1. On this episode of Preaching the Text, Steve Paulson discusses the story of John the Baptist in prison.
  2. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head back to the 4th century to remember a pagan emperor who inspired the growth of the church.
  3. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the 20th century’s most famous monk: Thomas Merton.
  4. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the mailbag to answer some miscellaneous questions.
  5. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the festival of St. Nicholas and how it became associated with Christmas.
  6. The lawless teachers that Jude rebukes are put in their place, and the church is reminded of the way in which God would have them persevere in the faith.
  7. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the desert monastery of Mar Saba.
  8. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember one of the most popular medieval saints and the namesake for the jewel of the California coast.
  9. Today, on the Christian History Almanac, we remember a modern Christian Martyr from Iran: Hossein Soodmand.
  10. In this episode of Preaching the Text, Steven Paulson discusses the significance of John's baptism for repentance and the forgiveness of sins.