Church History - Episode 16: Nicaea | Pastor Lance Ralston

About this sermon

In our 16th episode of Church History, Pastor Lance takes a close look at the first ecumenical council, The Council of Nicaea. From the controversies and heresies it intended to deal with, to the Nicene Creed that came out of it, Pastor Lance explains it all. The Arian Controversy, Donatism, Bishop Eusebius of Caesarea, Athanasius, Bishop Eusebius of Nicomedia, and the homoousios vs homoiousios debate are each given the spotlight in this comprehensive yet entertaining exploration of Christianity's rich history. What are your thoughts on this period in Church History? Let us know in the comments! 🏛️ Watch the full Church History series playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QIfO0mxbX4I3CQ9O97gcxP_uKMFPgNf 📖 For extensive commentary on the entire Bible, in 10+ languages, visit the Enduring Word website: https://enduringword.com/ Pastor Lance Ralston founded and lead-pastored Calvary Chapel Oxnard, California for nearly 40 years. In addition to serving on the Executive Board for Enduring Word, he is an author, holds a Master's degree in Biblical Studies and Ministry, and leads the Communio Sanctorum podcast, which delivers engaging & scholarly journeys into Church History without the slant of Academia. Discover more at: 🎧 Communio Sanctorum: https://www.sanctorum.us/ 📺 Pastor Lance's channel: @INTOHISIMAGE ⛪️ CC Oxnard: https://calvaryoxnard.org/ 📝 Read '𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙋𝙤𝙨𝙩,' Enduring Word's new devotional, thinkpiece, and Christian living blog authored by renowned pastors and Bible teachers: https://post.enduringword.com/ 📲 Download the Enduring Word app today! iPhone: https://apple.co/3X1sryZ Android: https://bit.ly/3ixdC8f #bible #christian #faith #churchhistory #gnosticism #history

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