{"product_id":"9781527108004","title":"Redemption : The Church in Ancient Times","description":"By: Davis, Luke H. \u003cbr\u003e Format: Paperback \/ softback \u003cbr\u003e Published By: Christian Focus Publications Ltd \u003cbr\u003eDate of Publication: 11\/03\/22 \u003cbr\u003e ISBN13\\EAN\\SKU: 9781527108004 \u003cbr\u003e Dimensions in mm: 139 x 215 x 13 \u003cbr\u003e Description: 3 BC ?_\" 476 ADThe story of the ancient Church is one of a people who were finding their way over many years by the light that God shined forth for them. Today, we are looking back over the centuries with many more years of understanding but we stand on the shoulders of those who braved persecution, death, debate, and mystery on behalf of generations to come.   A?For the early church persecution was so intense that a number of Christians were martyred. Bishops such as Ignatius, Polycarp, and Cyprian were among them.   A?The Church produced many great writers, thinkers, bishops, and pastors to offer deep and practical guidance. Justin Martyr, Tertullian, Origen, Athanasius, Ambrose, John Chrysostom, Jerome, and AugustineA?The Risen Hope series is a narrative?_\"driven history of the Church. Introducing key people and events from the last two thousand years, readers will be captivated by the fascinating stories and engaging writing style. Risen Hope replaces the out?_\"of?_\"print History Lives series.   A?From the Apostle Peter at Pentecost in Jerusalem to St. Patrick on the shores of Ireland in the year 432 ?_\" the ancient church has much to teach the church of today.","brand":"Scotia Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42942812750007,"sku":"9781527108004","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/5629\/7143\/files\/9781527108004.jpg?v=1717491977","url":"https:\/\/www.scotiabooksonline.co.uk\/products\/9781527108004","provider":"scotia-books-online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}