On Today in Church His-Story (Episode 11) we trace the steps of a man who lived on the run. George Wishart was eventually captured and burnt at the stake, but not before leaving a lasting legacy of the power of preaching. A forerunner to the Scottish Reformation, Wishart preached the gospel with unflinching boldness and zeal. It was John Knox who served as his bodyguard carrying a sword for defense. It was also Knox who picked up the Sword of the Lord and continued preaching once Wishart was martyred. Learn why Wishart is a man worth emulating for preachers today.

On Today in Church His-Story (Episode 10) we consider a man whose race of life was exemplary. Eric Liddell was a Christian athlete turned missionary. His dedication and discipline in track and field translated to the same on the mission field. Listen to find out how his athleticism, as extradordinary as it was, paled in comparison to the way he lived his life in devotion to God and others.

On Today in Church His-Story (Episode 9), we learn of the ordination of a young man to the gospel ministry, namely Jonathan Edwards. But we also discuss an ordination sermon Edwards himself delivered. This sermon serves as a window into the heart of Edwards philosophy of ministry generally speaking, and his preaching particularly. Listen to find out the one burning passion that should motivate every gospel minister.

On Today in Church His-Story (Episode 8), listen to a brief clip of the first sermon Dr. John MacArthur preached as pastor of Grace Community Church. This sermon was preached 50 years ago today. MacArthur’s legacy of expositional preaching marks his faithful service in Christ’s kingdom. Discover how God used MacArthur, and how God’s Word never returns to Him void.

On Today in Church His-Story (Episode 7), we see a worn out John Calvin being carried to the pulpit to preach one last sermon before his death. Calvin’s relentless pursuit of sequential exposition from the pulpit at St. Peter’s in Geneva left a legacy of expository preachers that extends into our own day. Using Calvin’s pulpit ministry as our template, find out why sequential exposition is the most natural and powerful type of preaching.

On Today in Church His-Story (Episode 6), we learn about the irony surrounding humanist scholar Erasmas of Rotterdam. The intellect and boldness of Erasmus led him to translate a brand new version of the Latin Scriptures. Such was revolutionary. But Erasmus then warned Martin Luther about basing Luther’s German translation of Scripture on his own. Listen to find out why.

On Today in Church His-Story (Episode 5), we analyze a secret letter written by Pliny the Younger to Emperor Trajan. What seems like an exchange of gentlemanly correspondence turns out to be a scandalous plot to kill more Christians. Consider what this means for us today.

On Today in Church His-Story (Episode 4), discover how King James’ commissioning of the Authorized Version impacted the English language. Behind this historical phenomenon is a very important lesson for Christians today regarding the power of God’s Word.

On Today in Church His-Story (Episode 3), we find out that even great missionaries like David Brainerd are mortal. Brainerd’s journal entries provide inspiring spiritual encouragement to God’s people today. But on January 14, 1743, Brainerd writes some surprising words. They are dark words, but beneath them is light. Behind them is encouragement for your weary soul.

On Today in Church His-Story (Episode 2), we see a the modern effects of a scandal that rocked the 19th century. America’s most beloved pastor spoke powerfully to a generation disillusioned by the Civil War. Unfortunately, his public moral failure led to a common trend in the American church and culture that extends into our day. Consider how this event should shape our Biblical understanding of ministry, pastors, and sin.