Joseph Islands
Date: February 26, 2023 (Adult Sunday School)
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Learn about Joseph Islands, an indigenous missionary among the Creeks Indians.Richard Clearwater
Date: January 29, 2023
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Richard Clearwater ran away from home at the age of fifteen to live the life of a prodigal son. He was brought back to the proper way of life and later attended college to the surprise of his family and friends. Clearwater earned several doctorate degrees and completely turned his life around. His later contribution to the Christian-Baptist community is still impactful today due to his strong stance on the word of God and unwavering faith.Esther (Yerger) Hamilton
Date: January 15, 2023
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Learn about Esther Yerger, a single missionary to the Philippines who married John Hamilton after both had a harrowing experience during World War II. She is the author of the book Ambassador in Bonds which tells her story.
Civil War Revivals
Date: December 18, 2022 (Adult Sunday School)
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Learn about the "Great Revival" in 1864 and 1865 during the Civil War. The Book Christ in the Camp, by J. William Jones, chronicles the events.
The Battle of New Orleans
Date: November 13, 2022 (Adult Sunday School)
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Martin Luther
Date: October 30, 2022 (Adult Sunday School)
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Listen to the story of Martin Luther and his additions to Christian history.
The Story of the Star-Spangled Banner
Date: October 16, 2022
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
The story of the British bombardment of Fort McHenry in Baltimore, Maryland during the War of 1812. They young lawyer Francis Scott Key witnessed the event and wrote the Star-Spangled Banner in honor of the brave and miraculous stand of the fort.Thomas Kerr
Date: August 28, 2022 (Adult Sunday School)
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
This week we will look at a personal story of Thomas Kerr, who once was the pastor of First Baptist Church of Rockford, Illinois, but changed to follow humanistic and Unitarian doctrine.John Clarke – Part – 2
Date: July 24, 2022 (Adult Sunday School)
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Today we will continue our look at the life of Dr. John Clarke.John Clarke
Date: July 17, 2022 (Adult Sunday School)
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Today we will look at the man, Dr John Clarke. We will see how he was seeking religious liberty in the New World. Ultimately, this search for religious liberty would see the start of the colony of Rhode Island.
The Declaration of Independence
Date: July 3, 2022
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
On the eve of our Nation's birthday, we will look at the Declaration of Independence.Memorial Day
Date: May 29, 2022
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Take time this Memorial Day and pay respects to our honored dead.Burmese Missions
Date: May 22, 2022
Bible Text: | Brian Rinehart
Series: Baptist History
On today's episode of Baptist History, we will explore a group of Burmese people who fulfilled the Great Commission. One man's surrender to go to an un-reached people group opened the door for more missionaries to follow. What followed, was a great work done for the cause of Christ!James Voler
Date: May 15, 2022
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Listen along as we explore the story of James Voler.John Clough
Date: April 24, 2022
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Listen along as we explore the life and ministry of John Clough in India.John Jasper
Date: April 10, 2022
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Today we will discuss the life and ministry of John Jasper. Born a slave and living in sin, John was miraculous saved because of his mother's faithful prayers and God's conviction. Listen along as we explore the life and ministry of John Jasper.George Leile
Date: February 27, 2022
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Born a slave, given his freedom, George Leile was used of God to reach many slaves in the Thirteen Colonies. Later, he was also influential in missions back to on African Continent. Listen along as we discuss the ministry of George Leile.Robert Jordan (Part 2)
Date: January 30, 2022
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Robert Jordan was a rough youngster who fought in World War II. He was a bitter, abusive, alcoholic bully who experienced love - God's love from a preacher who was willing to take his time to witness and disciple him. (Click for Part 1 here) Robert was saved after attending revival services. He attended ministry training and pastored Calvary Baptist Church and started Calvary Baptist Seminary in Lansdale, PA. Under his ministry, the church started over 50 other churches. Watch Dr. Jordan's testimony here. Listen to one of his sermons here.Robert Jordan (Part 1)
Date: January 16, 2022
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Robert Jordan was a rough youngster who fought in World War II, a bitter, abusive, alcoholic bully who experienced love - God's love from a preacher who was willing to take his time to witness and disciple him.
The Miracle of a Summer Fog
Date: January 9, 2022
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Learn about the miracle of George Washington and the Continental Army's escape from Long Island, New York in 1776 During the American war for Independence.Early American Baptist Battles
Date: December 19, 2021
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Learn about Shubal Stearns and the Sandy Creek Baptists who were scattered after the Battle of Alamance in North Carolina in 1771. The governor, William Tryon would later fight against Washington during the American Revolution.
George Washington (Part 2)
Date: December 12, 2021
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Learn about George Washington, the man God blessed and used to command the continental army during the American Revolution.Elijah Baker
Date: November 28, 2021 (Sunday AM)
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
Series: Baptist History
Meet Elijah Baker, a preacher during the American Revolution who would not stop preaching, both in prison and on a prison ship.
Mayflower Miracles Part 2
Date: August 29, 2021
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
This week, we will pick up with our series, Miracles in American History. We will look at God's miraculous leading and protection through the Pilgrims journey coming to the New World. Through hardship and loss, God preserved the small group of Pilgrims. Listen along as we explore God's leading and direction through American History.
Mayflower Miracles
Date: August 22, 2021
Bible Text: | Steve Brady
This week, we will pick up with our series, Miracles in American History. We will look at God's stirring up of the Separatists or Pilgrims. They were seeking to live according to the Bible without government control. Listen along as we explore God's leading and direction through American History.
Cornelis Aertz de Man
Date: August 15, 2021
Bible Text: | Archie Parrish
Series: Baptist History
This week we will look at a young man martyred for his faith. The time frame was early 1500s. Charles the V was the Holy Roman Emperor. The Protestant Reformation was getting under way, but Anabaptists were under continued persecution. One young man Cornelis Aertz de Man came to know Lord as his Savior. Listen along as we tell the this young man's story, whose life was taken for his faith in Christ.
Allen Freeman
Date: August 8, 2021
Bible Text: | Archie Parrish
Series: Baptist History
This week we will look at the ministry of Allen Freeman. Freeman started the first Baptist church in Chicago's early days. In context, the War of 1812 had just past and Adoniram Judson left for India. Listen along as we explore the short ministry of Allen Freeman in and around Chicago.