1. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we tell the story behind an Oscar-winning classic and curious phrase.
  2. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about “Seventh Day Baptists.”
  3. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we look at an exemplary Puritan: Richard Baxter.
  4. The wicked and arrogant think they can prey upon the poor with impunity. Not so. Chad meditates on God hiding himself, it seems especially in times of trouble. Lament, interrogation of God and David’s frustration help us to see that though the work dis full injustice, God is closer than we think, and God invites us to cry and complain to Him. Izzi Ray sings “Why”
  5. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head back to 1965 and the death of Christendom (sort of).
  6. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head back to Egypt, to modern Nigeria and the martyrdom of Elijah Yisa.
  7. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to Egypt to learn about Clement of Alexandria and his impact on the church.
  8. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about Christianity in the early American Colonies.
  9. Sober Up, He’s Coming! In this episode of the Banned Books podcast, we read Aelfric’s Advent homily while discussing decorating churches for Christmas, the importance of symbolism for the Christian faith, what a tide is, and why the books Genesis and Revelation reference everything regarding faith and life.
  10. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we tell the story of the enigmatic filmmaker Terrence Malick and his “profoundly Christian vision.”