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Following the Fathers is your modern gateway into the amazing wisdom of the early church fathers. We start by looking at Saint Antony and move through his life and the practices and wisdom that were most transformative for him. Join hosts Ben Petersen, Jason Smith, and Ben Clarke as we follow the fathers of the faith and let them be our mentors on our own journeys as disciples of Jesus.
Unknown Host hosts Following the Fathers, a religion show with 16 episodes published.
In this episode, we continue our journey through St. Augustine’s Confessions , exploring the profound story of his conversion and the transformation of his heart. Beginning with the conversion of the Roman philosopher Vi
In this episode, we continue our journey through Augustine's Confessions by exploring Book VIII, sections 1-4, and the remarkable conversion story of Victorinus. Once a celebrated rhetorician and defender of paganism, Vi
In this episode, we turn to Book VII of Augustine's Confessions-the moment where Augustine's mind begins to catch up to the truth his heart has been resisting. After years of wrestling with Manichaeism, materialist assum
In this episode, we dive into Book VI of Augustine's Confessions, where the struggle between spiritual longing and worldly ambition comes into sharp focus. Joined by friends, we explore Augustine's complex relationships.
In this episode, we explore Books 4 and 5 of Augustine's Confessions , where grief, ambition, and the slow unraveling of false belief begin to prepare Augustine for a deeper encounter with truth. Join us as we reflect on
In this episode, I sit down with Garrett Berk to explore a paper that he wrote on Augustine and the Pelagian controversy. Together, we delve into the historical backdrop of this pivotal conflict in the early church, exam
In this episode of Following the Fathers, we dive into Book III of Augustine's Confessions , where Augustine begins his studies in Carthage and finds himself pulled deeper into worldly desires and philosophical questions
In this episode of Following the Fathers, we dive into Book II of the Confessions by St. Augustine. In this Book, Augustine reflects on the reckless passions of his youth. We explore his famous account of stealing pears-
In this episode of Following the Fathers, we dive into Book I of the Confessions by St. Augustine. We explore Augustine's reflections on his early childhood, his understanding of God, and his deep longing for truth-even
Summary: In this conversation, Dr. Gary Ferngren discusses the Christian view of history, providence, suffering, and the power of prayer. He emphasizes that God is in control of history and that suffering can be used by
Summary: In this episode of Following the Fathers, the hosts interview Dr. Gary Ferngren about a Christian view of history. They discuss the origins of history, the role of providence, and the Christian perspective on hi
Summary: This conversation discusses the Didache, an ancient Christian manual on morals and church practice. It explores the origins of the Didache and its significance in early church theology and practice. The conversa
In this episode Ben Petersen interviews Dr. Donald Fairbairn, an expert on early church history and the Robert E. Cooley Professor of Early Christianity at Gordon Conwell Seminary. They discuss the origins of his interes
Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the life of St. Anthony by Athanasius. They explore the themes of humility, the importance of solitude, and overcoming the evil one. They emphasize the need for Christians to cu
This episode of Following the Fathers explores the life of St. Anthony as written by Athanasius. The conversation delves into topics such as spiritual warfare, the significance of the sign of the cross, and the importanc
Welcome to Following the Fathers, your gateway into the captivating world of early church history. In our debut episode, we embark on a journey through the life of one of Christianity's most revered figures: Saint Antony
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