Synopsis
The history of the church is amazing! When Christians study it, they are continually revived, encourages, and challenged. In The Story of the Church, a complement to The Essential Bible Reference Library, readers follow the church from the beginning, through all of its failures as well as successes. Despite succumbing to the pressure of culture, the church has both survived and thrived. Sure to appeal to a wide range of audiences.
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About the Author
Robert G. Clouse is professor of history at Indiana State University and has served as president of the Central Renaissance Conference.
Richard V. Pierard is professor of history at Gordon College and has authored numerous historical books.
Edwin M. Yamauchi is professor of history at Miami University (Ohio), and consulting editor for Christianity Today. He has written more than a dozen scholarly texts over twenty-five years.
From the Back Cover
The Essential Bible
The Story of the Church
Packed with intriguing, easy-to-understand information. This fascinating resource from three world-renowned scholars will provide insight into the history of the church from its foundation to the church of the 21st century. It includes:
· Dozens of full-color photographs, maps, and drawings
· Details on the growth of the early church despite persecutions, rival religious groups, and a hostile pagan society
· Sections on government, missionaries, and reforms that influenced the church
ROBERT G. CLOUSE (B.D., Grace Theological Seminary; M.A., Ph.D., University of Iowa) is professor of history at Indiana State University.
RICHARD V. PIERARD (B.A., M.A., California State University; Ph.D., University of Iowa) is professor of history at Indiana State University
EDWIN M. YAMAUCHI (M.A., Ph.D., Brandeis University) is professor of history at Miami University (Ohio) and a senior editor for Christianity Today
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