They started out as average, unexceptional men of their time: fishermen, farmers, local magistrates. But their dedication to a prophetic Jewish preacher in the backwaters of the Roman Empire transformed them into revolutionaries and, in the process, changed the world itself in ways that would reverberate across time for two thousand years.
Under the rule of Roman oppressors, a small group of early Christians must stay true to their faith no matter the cost.
Introduce children to the story of Augustine, who rejected fame and fortune to become a voice for truth.
In this major two-part BBC documentary series, beloved actor David Suchet, best known for his role as Detective Hercule Poirot on PBS’ Masterpiece Mystery, goes on a compelling journey in search of Simon bar Jonah, better known as St. Peter.
This young mother, along with other new believers, held firm in her faith against the Roman Empire and paid the ultimate price with her life.
It is the year AD 203 in Carthage, North Africa. Perpetua, an affluent young mother, is charged with converting to Christianity and is sent to prison. But her freedom can be secured easily. All she has to do is offer one pinch of incense in honor to the Roman gods. What will her decision be? This episode of Torchlighters: Heroes of the Faith presents one of the most influential, true stories of the Early Church.
This set of five DVDs includes Paul's Road to Damascus, Ancient Bible Destinations of Greece, In the Footsteps of St. Peter, The Story of the Twelve Apostles, and The Seven Churches of Revelation Rediscovered.