The Word Unveiled - Christianity in the Roman World: Part 1

The Word Unveiled - Thomas à Kempis and the Imitation of Christ

In this episode of the Word Unveiled, host Gordon Peck takes us on a fascinating journey back to the late Middle Ages to explore the backstory and impact of the most published book in history next to the Bible: The Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis. Dive into the historical turmoil of the 1400s, including: the political manipulation of the Church that left believers searching for deeper, personal spiritual stability and how the horrors of the plague gave rise to a call for true inner conversion. #twu #thewordunveiled #thomasakempis

The Word Unveiled - Christianity in the Roman World: Part 7

In the grand finale of this seven-part series, Christianity in the Roman World, Gordon Peck explores the transformative 4th and 5th centuries. Discover how the Church rose from the ashes of a collapsing Roman Empire to guide Western civilization through the leadership of St. Jerome, St. Ambrose, St. Augustine, and Pope St. Leo the Great! #twu #thewordunveiled #christianityinrome

The Word Unveiled - Christianity in the Roman World: Part 6

In part six of our seven-part series, Christianity in the Roman World, host Gordon Peck takes us deep into the monumental shifts of the 4th century A.D. With the rise of Emperor Constantine, the age of brutal Christian persecution comes to an end—but a new internal battle for the heart of the Church begins. #twu #thewordunveiled #christianityinrome

The Word Unveiled - Christianity in the Roman World: Part 5

In this episode of The Word Unveiled, Gordon explores the balance between Roman history and early Church milestones. See how political debates, persecutions, and structural transformation challenged early Christians. #twu #thewordunveiled #christianityinrome

The Word Unveiled - Christianity in the Roman World: Part 4

In this fourth episode of Christianity in Rome, Gordon Peck dives into the history of the Church moving beyond the borders of Judea, the different leaders and Martyrs that have appeared and inspired others, and the growth of the Church despite the impact of persecution on communities across the Empire. Tune in and listen now! #twu #thewordunveiled #christianityinrome