COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel copertina

COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel

COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel

Di: That’s Jesus Channel / Bob Baulch
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COACH: Church Origins and Church History is a Christian podcast from Bob Baulch that explores how the church grew, suffered, worshiped, and changed the world — one generation at a time. Hosted by a passionate Bible teacher with a heart for truth and revival and research, COACH brings history to life with verifiable sources, captivating stories, and deep theological reflection. From Roman persecution to forgotten revivals, every episode is a fresh look at how God’s people lived and died for the gospel — and what it means for us today. No fluff. No fiction. Just powerful, proven history that strengthens your faith.

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  • 0103 - DEEP DIVE of Episode 15 - 304 AD - Crispina's Martyrdom Divides and Church

    0103 - DEEP DIVE of Episode 15 - 304 AD - Crispina's Martyrdom Divides and Church
    Feb 4 2026
    Deep Dive: 304 AD – Crispina Defies Persecution – A North African Mother Stands Against Rome and Seals Her Faith With Martyrdom (Revisiting Ep 15) Description: In 304 AD, a wealthy noblewoman named Crispina faced a terrifying choice during the harsh persecutions of Emperor Diocletian. Living in the North African city of Thagora, she was arrested and ordered to offer incense to the Roman gods. The main conflict of this episode centers on her brave refusal to save her own life by denying her faith, even when she had wealth, status, and children to protect. The story follows her trial before the Roman proconsul Annius Anullinus, who tried to force her to compromise. Key moments include the judge’s attempt to shame her by ordering her head to be shaved and her powerful response that she feared God more than men. The episode concludes with her sentencing and execution by the sword, showing how her quiet strength inspired the early church in Africa to remain faithful during its darkest days. Crispina’s story forces us to ask if we would have the courage to stand for Jesus when our culture pressures us to just fit in. Her example teaches us that true faith is often proven under pressure, and we invite you to subscribe and join us as we explore more powerful stories from the first 500 years of church history on the COACH podcast. Church history, Roman Empire, Christian martyrs, Diocletian persecution, North African Christianity, St. Crispina, early church, Christian courage, faith under pressure, Roman trial #ChurchHistory #Christianity #COACH #DeepDive #Martyrs #RomanEmpire #Faith #NorthAfrica Links: Podcast Website: That's Jesus YouTube Channel: That's Jesus Channel
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    35 min
  • FASTING DAY 17 - The Reformers Take on Fasting

    FASTING DAY 17 - The Reformers Take on Fasting
    Feb 4 2026
    Title: FASTING DAY 17: The Reformers – Why Luther Hated Mandatory Fasting Description: By the 1500s, the Catholic Church taught that fasting was required to avoid sin and earn merit, a claiming Martin Luther rejected as "godless" and "tyrannical." In Day 17 of our history series, we trace the Protestant Reformation's complex battle over fasting. We see how leaders like Luther and Calvin fought to shift the practice from a mandatory law for salvation to a voluntary discipline for prayer and repentance [Source 8: 55-56]. The story takes a surprising turn with John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, who swung the pendulum back toward strict discipline. We examine why Wesley refused to ordain any minister who didn't fast every Wednesday and Friday, believing it was essential for spiritual power [Source 8: 57]. We also look at the "Via Media" (middle way) of the Anglican Church, which kept fasting days but removed the idea that they earned God's favor [Source 8: 57]. This episode helps you understand why your 21-day fast is voluntary and why that distinction matters for your soul. It challenges us to check our motives: are we trying to earn God's love through hunger, or are we simply clearing the way to seek His face? Join us to learn the freedom of biblical fasting [Source 8: 58]. Keywords: Martin Luther, John Calvin, John Wesley, Protestant Reformation, mandatory fasting, works righteousness, spiritual disciplines, history of fasting, voluntary fasting, Methodist history. Hashtags: #ChurchHistory #Christianity #COACH #DeepDive #Reformation #MartinLuther #JohnWesley #FastingHistory
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    13 min
  • FASTING DAY 16 - DANGER! EXTREME FASTING

    FASTING DAY 16 - DANGER! EXTREME FASTING
    Feb 2 2026
    FASTING DAY 16: Extreme Fasters – When Devotion Becomes Dangerous Description: Simeon Stylites lived on top of a 50-foot pillar for 47 years. Every Lent, he reportedly fasted 40 days without food or water. Catherine of Siena, a Doctor of the Church, eventually ate nothing but the daily Eucharist until she died of starvation at age 33. In Day 16, we explore the dark side of fasting history: "anorexia mirabilis" (miraculous anorexia) and the moment when spiritual devotion crosses the line into self-harm [Source 8: 52-53, 376, 380]. We examine the stories of the Desert Fathers who ate only lentils and the medieval mystics who measured holiness by how much they could punish their bodies [Source 8: 53, 382]. We discuss why these extreme examples were held up as models of holiness for centuries, creating a dangerous standard where "more is better" [Source 8: 54, 383]. We also look at the biblical correction in 1 Timothy 4, which reminds us that God created food to be received with thanksgiving [Source 8: 386]. This episode is a necessary warning for modern believers. It challenges us to check our motives: is our fasting driven by a desire for God, or a need for control and pride? [Source 8: 384]. Join us to learn the warning signs of unhealthy fasting and why God wants your heart, not your destruction [Source 8: 54]. Keywords: Simeon Stylites, Catherine of Siena, anorexia mirabilis, extreme fasting, Desert Fathers, religious eating disorders, asceticism, history of fasting, fasting dangers, 1 Timothy 4.
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    13 min
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