Episodes

  • Brothers in Church History

    Brothers in Church History
    Jun 4 2025
    Behind several well-known names in church history stand faithful brothers whose stories are often untold. Today, Stephen Nichols shares how these men, though less recognized, played meaningful roles in the life of the church.

    Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/5-minutes-in-church-history-with-stephen-nichols/brothers-in-church-history/

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    5 mins
  • Missionary Kids in Stockbridge

    Missionary Kids in Stockbridge
    May 28 2025
    What was it like to grow up in a missionary home on the edge of the American frontier? Today, Stephen Nichols tells the story of Esther and Jonathan Edwards Jr., two of Jonathan Edwards’ children, and their unforgettable years in Stockbridge.

    Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/5-minutes-in-church-history-with-stephen-nichols/missionary-kids-in-stockbridge/

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    5 mins
  • Trending in the 18th Century

    Trending in the 18th Century
    May 21 2025
    What was trending in the 18th century? Today, Stephen Nichols walks through five key developments that shaped the church, including revival, hymnody, and the early sparks of global missions.

    Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/5-minutes-in-church-history-with-stephen-nichols/trending-in-the-18th-century/

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    5 mins
  • What Everyone Needs to Know about John Witherspoon

    What Everyone Needs to Know about John Witherspoon
    May 14 2025
    John Witherspoon was an integral figure in American Presbyterianism. Today, Stephen Nichols and Kevin DeYoung explore this Scottish pastor’s legacy as a theologian, patriot, and president of Princeton University.

    Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/5-minutes-in-church-history-with-stephen-nichols/what-everyone-needs-to-know-about-john-witherspoon/

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    5 mins
  • Deserted Island with Kevin DeYoung

    Deserted Island with Kevin DeYoung
    May 7 2025
    What would you read on a deserted island? Today, Stephen Nichols is joined by Dr. Kevin DeYoung to discuss five of his most treasured books—each reflecting his love for theology, church history, and pastoral ministry.

    Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/5-minutes-in-church-history-with-stephen-nichols/deserted-island-with-kevin-deyoung/

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    5 mins
  • Raymund Lull: Medieval Missionary

    Raymund Lull: Medieval Missionary
    Apr 30 2025
    Raymond Lull devoted his life to proclaiming the gospel to Muslims and Jews. Today, Stephen Nichols tells the story of this medieval missionary whose love for Christ led him to a ministry of study, debate, and bold witness.

    Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/5-minutes-in-church-history-with-stephen-nichols/raymund-lull-medieval-missionary/

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    5 mins
  • Meet Dr. Paul Brand

    Meet Dr. Paul Brand
    Apr 23 2025
    Raised in India and trained in London, Dr. Paul Brand combined medical skill with gentle compassion. Today, Stephen Nichols explores how this missionary doctor’s care for leprosy patients reflected the heart of Christ.

    Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/5-minutes-in-church-history-with-stephen-nichols/meet-dr-paul-brand/

    A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/

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    5 mins
  • The Zwickau Prophets

    The Zwickau Prophets
    Apr 16 2025
    In the early days of the Reformation, not all voices were united. Today, Stephen Nichols tells the story of the Zwickau Prophets, a group of radical preachers whose mystical and apocalyptic teachings clashed with Martin Luther’s commitment to Scripture alone.

    Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/5-minutes-in-church-history-with-stephen-nichols/the-zwickau-prophets/

    A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/

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    5 mins
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