Award-winning historian Justo Gonzalez bring to life the people, dramatic events, and theological debates that have shaped Protestantism, Catholicism, and Orthodoxy. You can remove the unavailable item(s) now or we'll automatically remove it at Checkout. From the monk Martin Luther, who dared to stand up to a corrupt pope, to the surprising spread and growing vitality of today's church in Africa, Asia, and South America, The Story of Christianity offers a complete and up-to-date retelling of this amazing history. With new information on the important contributions of women to church history as well as the latest information on Christianity in developing countries, Gonzalez's richly textured study discusses the changes and directions of the church up to the twenty-first century. (ISBN: 0061855898) 2 Course Requirements: ... substantive summary reflection(s), observations, constructive criticism(s), praise, and/or formal summary essays combined with student We appreciate your support while also desiring to keep your health and safety as our top priority. Not in United States? We are welcoming your orders through our website, or by calling the store at 802-476-3114. Thanks! This highly acclaimed text provides a vivid introduction to Christian history, from the apostolic church to the present day. Beginning with the Protestant Reformation of the sixteenth century, this fully revised and updated second volume of The Story of Christianity continues the marvelous history of the world's largest religion. Justo Gonzalez essentially wrote one very large volume on the history of Christianity and it has been broken into two parts to make it more accessible (I am including reviews for both works). Full E-book The Story of Christianity: Volume 2: The Reformation to the Present Day Review . From the monk Martin Luther, who … The title should be at least 4 characters long. Outline. vokon. Award-winning historian Justo Gonzalez bring to life the people, dramatic events, and theological debates that have shaped Protestantism, Catholicism, and Orthodoxy. "From its very beginning, the Christian message was grafted onto human history." 139 reviews This highly informative, narrative history covers the events, persons, external influences, and formative ideas of Christian history. This first volume takes us from the beginning of Christianity to just before the reformation. From Justo L. Gonzalez, author of the acclaimed three-volume History of Christian Thought, The Story of Christianity Volume II: The Reformation to the Present Day is the fully revised and updated second volume of The Story of Christianity. on January 20, 2021. You've successfully reported this review. González … 1 and from the Protestant Reformation to the mid-1900's in Vol. Beginning with the Protestant Reformation of the sixteenth century, this fully revised and updated second volume of The Story of Christianity continues the marvelous history of the world's largest religion. Beginning with the Protestant Reformation of the sixteenth century, this fully revised and updated second volume of The Story of Christianity continues the marvelous history of the world's largest religion. This book is an often required text book for church history classes at both the seminary and college level. Gonzalez’s astute scholarship, lucid prose, and impassioned focus tell the narrative history of Christianity, beginning with the Protestant Reformation of the sixteenth century and leading all the way up to present day. The Story of Christianity, One-Volume Edition. Church History, Volume Two is an account of the ups and downs, the triumphs and struggles, of the Christian movement. A brief summary of Christianity, complete with illustrations. Read "The Story of Christianity: Volume 1 The Early Church to the Dawn of the Reformation" by Justo L. Gonzalez available from Rakuten Kobo. Outline. Get 1 credit every month to exchange for an audiobook of your choice, Rakuten, global innovation & entertainment partner of FC Barcelona. You can read this item using any of the following Kobo apps and devices: Looks like you're in New Zealand. The Story of Christianity, Volume 1, is an informative, interesting, and consistently readable narrative history. Outline of Chapters 1 and 2 of Justo L. González, The Story of Christianity. This volume skillfully covers the growth of Christianity from the time of the apostles to the birth of the Reformation. The Story of Christianity, Volume 2 includes an analysis of the growth and maturation of Christianity in Europe and the United States as well as in Latin America -- an area that is increasingly vital to an understanding of Christianity's historical development, present situation, and future options. gewivulib. And it is almost impossible to sort out what facet had what influence. That is quite the task, covering many centuries and seeing radical changes in the church. Review of The Story of Christianity by Justo L. Gonzalez Author: Justo Gonzalez Pages: 880 Publisher: Prince Press Price: 15.99 Genre: History Quick Summary: Originally 2 volumes, this highly readable church history is now available in one volume. As is always the case, the history of Christianity is not a one-dimensional story. in the year 2000. "From its very beginning, the Christian message was grafted onto human history." The Story of Christianity: Volume 2 (Kobo eBook) By Justo L. Gonzalez. 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