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COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 25 BONUS - Modern Fasting - Recovery or Distortion
BONUS DAY 25: Modern Fasting – Recovery or Distortion? Description: Is the modern church recovering biblical fasting, or are we just baptizing diet culture? In this final bonus episode, Bob Baulch tackles the biggest controversies surrounding the modern fasting movement. We ask the hard questions: Is "Intermittent Fasting" (16:8) a spiritual discipline or just a weight-loss trend? Is a "Technology Fast" actually fasting, or just a digital break? We explore why giving up food must always be paired with prayer to be spiritual, otherwise, it is simply dieting [Source 8: 544-545]. We also confront the commercialization of the "Daniel Fast," exposing how companies ex...
2026-02-11
25 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0105 - DEEP DIVE of Episode 16 - 410 AD - Augustine and the Sack of Rome
Title: Deep Dive: 410 AD – Augustine and the Sack of Rome (Revisiting Ep 16) Description: In 410 AD, the invincible city of Rome was sacked by the Visigoths, shocking the ancient world and causing a massive crisis of faith. This episode explores how Augustine of Hippo responded to the panic when pagan leaders began blaming Christians for the disaster. We discuss the terror of the invasion after 800 years of safety and the pagan accusation that the old gods were angry. The story highlights Augustine’s masterpiece, The City of God, and his famous teaching on the "Two Cities"—the City of Man and the Ci...
2026-02-11
32 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 22 BONUS - The Complete Fasting Recap and What We Missed
BONUS DAY 22: The Complete Fasting Recap + What We Missed Description: You made it through the 21 days! But we aren't done yet. In this special bonus episode, Bob Baulch provides a rapid-fire recap of the entire journey—from the shocking truth that God only commanded one fast (Day 1) to the hilarious medieval loopholes of beaver tails and barnacle geese (Day 14). We consolidate 2,000 years of history into one comprehensive session, reviewing the biblical patterns, the warnings against spiritual pride, and the practical safety protocols every faster needs [Source 8: 474-486]. But we don't just look back; we also open the "Lost Files" to...
2026-02-08
24 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 21 FINALE - Fasting Today - Bringing Ancient Wisdom into Modern Practice
FASTING DAY 21: Fasting Today – Bringing Ancient Wisdom into Modern Practice Description: You have made it. After 21 days of denying your flesh and seeking God, how do you carry this discipline forward? In this season finale, Bob Baulch synthesizes 2,000 years of fasting history into a practical roadmap for the future. We revisit the "Real Rule" of Isaiah 58—that true fasting must result in compassion, generosity, and justice [Source 8: 73, 463]. We explore the "Three-Fold Cord" of Matthew 6, where Jesus links giving, praying, and fasting as the engine of Christian life. Jesus assumes His followers will do all three, and they work together; fast...
2026-02-07
14 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 20 - How to Fast Safely - Avoiding the Hospital
FASTING DAY 20: How to Fast Safely – Avoiding the Hospital Description: Fasting can be spiritually powerful, but it can also be medically dangerous if done incorrectly. As we approach the end of the 21 days, we must talk about safety. In Day 20, Bob Baulch covers the critical medical wisdom every faster needs. We discuss who should NEVER fast—including children, pregnant women, diabetics, and those with a history of eating disorders—and why God does not require us to harm our health to prove our devotion [Source 8: 67-68, 440-442]. We also tackle the life-threatening danger of "Refeeding Syndrome" for those breaking extended fasts...
2026-02-06
14 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 15 - Does Chocolate Break A Fast
Title: FASTING DAY 15: Does Chocolate Break a Fast? (The 100-Year Debate) Description: When chocolate arrived in Europe from the Americas in the 1500s, it caused a massive theological crisis for the Catholic Church that lasted over a century. At the time, Christians faced over 100 mandatory fast days a year where solid food was forbidden, but liquids were allowed [Source 8: 48, 361]. This led to a fierce debate that divided popes and theologians: Was this thick, rich cocoa beverage a food that broke the fast, or a drink that was permitted? In Day 15 of our history series, we explore how a delicious new...
2026-02-01
11 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0101 - DEEP DIVE of Episode 14 - 190 AD - Susanna and Concubines and Criminals and Catacombs
Deep Dive: Susanna and Purity and Defiance (Revisiting Ep 14) Description: This COACH Deep Dive explores the fascinating backstory of Episode 14, where early Christians in 190 AD painted the story of Susanna on their catacomb walls. While the original episode focused on Susanna’s defiant refusal to sin, this discussion uncovers the complex and often ironic reality of the church during the reign of Emperor Commodus. We look at how a community dedicated to moral purity actually survived because of the political influence of Marcia, a Christian concubine living in the Emperor's palace. We dig into the "Marcia Paradox," showing how God us...
2026-01-31
34 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 14 - Looking For A Loophole
FASTING DAY 14: Beaver Tails & Barnacle Geese – The Medieval Art of Loopholes Description: By the Middle Ages, the Catholic Church mandated fasting for over 100 days a year. Meat was forbidden during these times, but fish was allowed. This led to some of the most creative (and ridiculous) biology in history as people tried to find loopholes in the rules [Source 8: 44, 343-345]. In Day 14 of our history series, we take a humorous look at how desperation for food led theologians to classify beavers, geese, and giant rodents as "fish." We explore the medieval belief that "Barnacle Geese" hatched from driftwood barnacles (making th...
2026-01-31
11 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 13 - Fasting as Spiritual Warfare
FASTING DAY 13: A Weapon for the Valiant – Fasting as Spiritual Warfare Description: While yesterday we looked at fasting as internal cleansing, today we look at fasting as external combat. The early church did not view fasting as a passive activity; they saw it as aggressive spiritual warfare. In Day 13 of our history series, we explore why early leaders like St. Basil called fasting "a weapon for the valiant" and a "gymnasium for athletes." We see how they viewed fasting as essential training to strengthen the spirit against the attacks of the devil. We examine the teachings of St. Leo the Gr...
2026-01-30
12 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0100 - 1529 AD - The Start of Protestantism Has an Odd Beginning
0100 - 1529 AD – The Start of Protestantism Has an Odd Beginning CHUNK 00 — TITLE, SUMMARY, KEYWORDS, HASHTAGS, CTA Description: On April 19, 1529, at the Imperial Diet in Speyer, Germany, six Lutheran princes and representatives from fourteen free cities faced a devastating decision. The majority voted to revoke the religious toleration granted three years earlier and to enforce the Edict of Worms, which outlawed Lutheran reforms. Rather than submit quietly, these leaders formally protested, issuing a legal document called a protestatio that declared no civil or church majority could bind their consciences against Scripture. The protest was recorded, filed, and ignored by t...
2026-01-30
17 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0099 - DEEP DIVE of Episode 13 - 144 AD - Marcion and the Dangerous Edit
Deep Dive: 144 AD – Marcion's Dangerous Version of the Bible (Revisiting Ep 13) Description: In 144 AD, a wealthy shipowner named Marcion of Sinope challenged the early church by rejecting the Old Testament and creating his own edited version of the Bible. This COACH Deep Dive is an AI-generated discussion that revisits the research behind Episode 13 to explore Marcion’s "dangerous edit" and the crisis that forced Christians to officially define the New Testament canon. We analyze the historical facts behind his attempt to separate the Creator God of the Jews from the Father of Jesus. We go beyond the main story to look...
2026-01-29
30 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 12 - Church Fathers Define True Fasting
FASTING DAY 12: "You Eat Your Brother" – The Church Fathers on Hypocrisy Description: If you stop eating food but keep attacking people with your words, are you actually fasting? In Day 12 of our history series, we explore the stinging critiques from early church leaders who believed that "real" fasting is about changing your heart, not just your diet. We look at why the most respected teachers in early Christianity agreed that fasting without character growth is worthless. We examine the famous warning from St. Basil the Great: "You do not eat meat, but you eat your brother." We al...
2026-01-29
12 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0098 - 1377 AD - Pope Gregory XI Returns to Rome
0098 - 1377 AD - Pope Gregory XI Returns to Rome from Avignon - Choosing Spiritual Maturity Over Comfort Description: For nearly seventy years, the popes lived in Avignon, France, leaving Rome to fall into ruin and neglect. This period, known to some as the Babylonian Captivity, disconnected the leadership of the church from its historic roots. Pope Gregory XI, a scholar who preferred peace to conflict, faced immense pressure to remain in the safety of France. However, a young laywoman named Catherine of Siena began writing him urgent letters calling for courage. She insisted that his duty was to the...
2026-01-29
12 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 11 - The Montanists and When Fasting Becomes a Cult
FASTING DAY 11: The Montanists – When Fasting Becomes a Cult Description: Around 160 AD, a self-proclaimed prophet named Montanus began teaching that the church had become too lazy. He claimed to receive new messages from the Holy Spirit that demanded stricter rules. In Day 11 of our history series, we explore how this movement, known as Montanism, tried to make extreme fasting mandatory for all Christians. We look at their requirement for xerophagia ("dry eating"—only bread and vegetables) and how they judged anyone who didn't follow their strict standards. We also examine the shocking story of Tertullian, one of the most brilliant earl...
2026-01-28
13 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0097 - DEEP DIVE of Episode 12 - 215 AD - The Fire That Did Not Burn - Origen and the Alexandria Riots
Deep Dive: 215 AD – The Fire That Didn't Burn (Revisiting Ep 12) Description: Was the great theologian Origen actually a criminal under Roman law? In this COACH Deep Dive, we explore the "shadow history" of 215 AD, including the secret laws and massive writing teams that shaped his life. This COACH Deep Dive explores the hidden history of Origen of Alexandria during the violent year of 215 AD. While the original episode told the inspiring story of his escape from a Roman massacre, this AI-generated discussion reveals the dangerous legal and political secrets that didn't make it into the main script. We look be...
2026-01-27
37 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 10 - How Lent Went From Maybe a Few Days to 40 Days Mandatory
FASTING DAY 10: How Lent Became Mandatory (The History of the 40 Days) Description: In 180 AD, Christians fasted anywhere from one day to 40 hours before Easter. By 400 AD, the 40-day season of Lent was mandatory, and St. Augustine declared that "we sin if we do not fast." In Day 10 of our history series, we trace the evolution of Lent from a diverse, voluntary practice to a strict legal requirement. We look at the letter from St. Irenaeus regarding the early variety in fasting, the Council of Nicaea's mention of 40 days, and the Council of Laodicea's command for "dry eating." We also examine...
2026-01-27
13 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 09 - Station Days - Standing Guard Against the Devil
FASTING DAY 9: Station Days – Standing Guard Against the Devil Description: Early Christians didn't just call it "fasting"—they called it stationes, a Roman military term that means "standing guard." In Day 9 of our history series, we explore how the early church viewed fasting as active spiritual combat rather than just passive hunger. We look at why they treated their weekly fasts like soldiers standing watch at a guard post. We explain the history of "Station Days," where believers fasted on Wednesdays and Fridays until the "ninth hour" (3:00 PM). We look at why they chose that specific time—to mark the moment...
2026-01-26
11 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0096 - 40 AD - Emperor Caligula Orders His Statue Installed in the Jerusalem Temple - Trusting Jesus When His Protection Doesn't Look Like Protection
40 AD - Emperor Caligula Orders His Statue Installed in the Jerusalem Temple - Trusting Jesus When His Protection Doesn't Look Like Protection Description: Around the year 40 AD, Emperor Caligula issued a command that threatened to ignite a catastrophic conflict decades before the actual Jewish revolt: a colossal gilded statue of himself, dressed as Jupiter, was to be erected inside the Temple sanctuary in Jerusalem. The Roman governor of Syria, Petronius, was tasked with enforcing the order by military force if necessary. When vast crowds of Jewish protesters gathered unarmed near Petronius's camp on the Galilean coast, they did something...
2026-01-26
14 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 08 - The Didache – Christianity's Oldest Fasting Manual
FASTING DAY 8: The Didache – Christianity's Oldest Fasting Manual Description: Around 50–120 AD, the early church produced its first instruction manual: The Didache (pronounced "DID-uh-kay"). In Day 8 of our history series, we open this ancient document to find a surprising command: "Let not your fasts be with the hypocrites." We trace the historical shift from the Jewish fasting days (Monday and Thursday) to the unique Christian fasting days (Wednesday and Friday). We explain the theology behind this change. Early believers chose Wednesday to remember Judas's betrayal and Friday to remember the Crucifixion, turning their weekly fasts into a remembrance of the Gospel. We a...
2026-01-25
12 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0095 - DEEP DIVE of Episode 11 - 112 AD - Pliny's Dilemma - Economics of Persecuting Christians
Deep Dive: 112 AD – Pliny's Dilemma (Revisiting Ep 11) Description: This COACH Deep Dive explores the fascinating research behind Episode 11, where Roman Governor Pliny the Younger faced a strange new problem: Christians. While the original episode told the story of his famous letter to Emperor Trajan, this AI-generated discussion digs into the details that didn't make the final cut. We analyze why Pliny was actually sent to Bithynia—not to hunt heretics, but to fix a broken local economy—and how the Christians accidentally got in the way of his audit. We discuss the findings regarding the torture of two female slaves known...
2026-01-24
32 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 07 - Jesus’s 40 Days - Temptation in the Wilderness
FASTING DAY 7: Jesus’s 40 Days – Temptation in the Wilderness Description: Before Jesus performed a single miracle or preached a sermon, He fasted for 40 days. In Day 7 of our fasting history series, we explore why the Holy Spirit led Jesus into the wilderness and what actually happened there. We analyze why Scripture says He was "hungry" but does not mention thirst, implying a water-only fast rather than a supernatural absolute fast. We examine the three specific temptations Satan used to attack Jesus: turning stones to bread (appetite), jumping from the temple (spectacular proof), and worshipping Satan (power). We see how Jesus coun...
2026-01-24
13 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0094 - 1501 AD - Pope Alexander VI Grants Spain Control of Tithes in the Americas
0094 - 1501 AD - Pope Alexander VI Grants Spain Control of Tithes in the Indies - When Funding Shapes the Church's Voice Description: In 1501, Pope Alexander VI issued a papal concession granting King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella the right to collect all tithes from the Indies, redirecting the financial lifeblood of the colonial church to the Spanish crown. This concession built on earlier bulls from 1493 that had granted Spain territorial rights and charged the monarchs with evangelizing the New World. The arrangement allowed Spain to recover the costs of its missionary enterprise by collecting tithes from colonists, estates, and emerging...
2026-01-23
14 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 06 - When Jesus Confronted Religious Fasting
Title FASTING DAY 6: When Jesus Confronted Religious Fasting Description Jesus didn't reject fasting; He rejected fake fasting. In Day 6, we examine Jesus's three major teachings on the subject. We look at Matthew 6, where He instructs disciples to "wash their faces" and fast in secret to avoid the "hypocrite's reward" of human applause. We analyze the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector (Luke 18), where a man who fasted 104 times a year was rejected by God because of his pride. Finally, we explore the "Bridegroom Theology" of Matthew 9, where Jesus explains that Christian fasting is not a...
2026-01-23
12 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0093 - DEEP DIVE of Episode 10 - 36 AD - Pilates Fall: The Prefect Who Couldn't Escape the Cross
D eep Dive: Pilate's Fall Description: Welcome to the COACH Deep Dive, where we analyze the historical research behind Episode 10, "Pilate's Fall." In this session, we go beyond the narrative of the original episode to discuss the massive geopolitical shifts of 36 AD. Host Bob Baulch has provided extensive notes on the "Imperial Fracture," a period of instability that allowed the high priests to seize more power. We discuss how the Roman legate Vitellius used the high priest’s sacred vestments as a diplomatic bargaining chip to keep the peace after Pilate’s disastrous exit. This discussion also tackles the...
2026-01-22
28 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 05 - The Pharisees: How Fasting Became a Competition
FASTING DAY 05 - "The Pharisees: How Fasting Became a Competition" Title FASTING DAY 5: The Pharisees – How Fasting Became a Competition Description By the time of Jesus, the religious landscape had shifted dramatically. The Pharisees, a group originally dedicated to holiness, had turned fasting into a competitive sport. While God only commanded one fast day a year, the Pharisees were fasting 104 extra days annually—every Monday and Thursday without fail. In Day 5, we investigate the history of the Pharisees and why they chose those specific days (hint: they were Jerusalem's market days, ensuring the maximum number of people woul...
2026-01-22
11 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0092 - 1415 AD - Jan Hus Burned at Constance After Broken Safe Conduct - Trusting Jesus Without Guarantees
1415 AD - Jan Hus Burned at Constance After Broken Safe Conduct - Trusting Jesus Without Guarantees Description: In 1415, Jan Hus, a Czech priest and Scripture teacher, traveled to the Council of Constance under imperial safe conduct to defend his teachings on the authority of Scripture and church reform. Despite the promise of protection, he was arrested, imprisoned, tried for heresy, and condemned when he refused to recant views he believed were grounded in God's Word. On July 6, 1415, Hus was burned at the stake outside Constance. Witnesses reported that he sang hymns, prayed for his enemies, and commended...
2026-01-21
12 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 04 - The Impossible Fasts - Moses and Elijah
FASTING DAY 04 - The Impossible Fasts - Moses and Elijah Title FASTING DAY 4: The Impossible Fasts – Moses & Elijah's 40 Days Description Moses and Elijah are the two greatest figures of the Old Testament, and they share a mind-blowing connection: they both fasted for 40 days and 40 nights without food or water. In Day 4, we dive into the medical reality of these events. While a human can survive weeks without food, the body shuts down after only a few days without water. This means the fasts recorded in Exodus 34 and 1 Kings 19 were not just acts of discipline—they were supernatural mira...
2026-01-21
13 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0091 - DEEP DIVE of Episode 9 - 70AD - Matthew's Gospel – A Scribe's Answer To Crisis
Title: Deep Dive: 70 AD – Matthew's Gospel – A Scribe's Answer To Crisis Description: Join us for a Deep Dive into the history behind the Gospel of Matthew and the crisis of 70 AD. We explore how the destruction of the Jerusalem Temple forced early Christians to redefine their faith and identity. This discussion looks at how Matthew, a former tax collector, wrote a "survival manual" for believers living in the shadow of the Roman Empire. We examine new research details that didn't make it into the original episode, such as the "Fiscus Iudaicus" tax controversy. We also discuss the historical evidence for the...
2026-01-21
29 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 03 - Four Times the Bible Says - They Fasted
Title FASTING DAY 3: 4 Biblical Reasons to Fast – Grief, Crisis, Seeking, Repentance Description The Bible never gives us a detailed "how-to" manual for fasting, but it clearly shows us when and why people fasted. In Day 3, we analyze the four distinct patterns of voluntary fasting found throughout the Old Testament to help you identify the purpose of your own fast. We look at Grief Fasts, where David fasted for his dying child and for the death of King Saul. We examine Crisis Fasts, where leaders like Esther and Jehoshaphat called the entire nation to stop eating because they fa...
2026-01-21
16 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0090 - 170 AD – The Earliest Chronological Gospel Success - Tatian Compiles the Diatessaron - Going Deeper Than What Feels Easy
170 AD – The Earliest Chronological Gospel Success - Tatian Compiles the Diatessaron - Going Deeper Than What Feels Easy Description: Around 170 AD, Tatian the Syrian returned home after studying under Justin Martyr in Rome. Faced with the challenge of four different gospel accounts that could confuse new believers in the Syriac-speaking world, Tatian undertook a massive editorial project. He wove Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John into a single continuous narrative called the Diatessaron, meaning "that which is through four." For centuries, this harmony became the primary way many Syriac-speaking Christians encountered the gospel story. Teachers used it for in...
2026-01-21
17 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 02 - The Fasts That Broke Gods Heart
FASTING DAY 2: Four Fasts That Broke God's Heart Description After the Babylonian empire destroyed Jerusalem and burned Solomon's Temple in 586 BC, the Jewish people were devastated. In their grief, they established four new annual fast days to commemorate the tragedy: the breaching of the walls, the burning of the Temple, the murder of the governor, and the beginning of the siege. These were human-made fasts born out of genuine trauma. But seventy years later, when the people asked God if they should continue these fasts, God answered with a devastating question in Zechariah 7: "When you fasted... was...
2026-01-19
13 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 01 - The Shocking Truth: God Only Commanded ONE Fast
Video Description [The Hook] If you grew up thinking fasting was a frequent, mandatory requirement in the Bible, you’re about to be surprised. In the entire Old Testament—all 39 books, all the laws—God only commanded His people to fast on one specific day per year. [The Content] In Day 1 of our 21-Day Fasting History series, we examine Leviticus 16 and the "Day of Atonement" (Yom Kippur). We unpack the Hebrew phrase anah nephesh ("afflict your soul") and explain why this single day was the only time God said, "You MUST fast." We also explore the massive implication of this fact...
2026-01-18
15 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
FASTING DAY 00 - What IS Fasting? (And What It's NOT) | 21-Day History Series
FASTING DAY 00 - What IS Fasting? (And What It's NOT) | 21-Day History Series Video Description [The Hook] Before we dive into 2,000 years of history—from the Early Church Fathers to medieval loopholes—we have to answer the most fundamental question: What actually is fasting? (Hint: If it doesn't cost you something or move you toward prayer, you might just be dieting.) [The Content] In Day 0 of our 21-Day Fasting History series, we define "Biblical Fasting" and expose the common counterfeits. We dig into the original Hebrew concept of anah nephesh ("humbling the soul") to understand why fasting is about reor...
2026-01-18
32 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0089 - Deep Dive of Episode 8 - 64 AD – Nero's Torches Ignite Rome – Christians Burn to
Title: Deep Dive of: Ep.0008 64 AD – Nero’s Torches Ignite Rome – Christians Burn to Death in the First Great Persecution of the Church Description: Join us for an AI-generated Deep Dive into the research behind Ep.0008. We explore the extra notes Bob Baulch gathered on Nero, the Great Fire, and the first persecution of the church. We break down what is historical fact and what is legend regarding the martyrs, the "human torches," and the Roman legal charges against believers.
2026-01-17
27 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0088 - 1801 AD - The Cane Ridge Camp Meeting - When One Event Plants Many Seeds
1801 AD - The Cane Ridge Camp Meeting - When One Event Plants Many Seeds Description: In August 1801, somewhere between ten thousand and twenty-five thousand people gathered in Bourbon County, Kentucky for a camp meeting that would become a defining moment in American Christian history. Over six days, witnesses reported extraordinary spiritual and physical phenomena—people falling, shaking, experiencing visions, and children boldly exhorting crowds about sin and salvation. Unlike the diffuse First Great Awakening that had spread across the colonies decades earlier, Cane Ridge was concentrated, dateable, and massive in scale. Ministers from different denominations preached simultaneously fr...
2026-01-16
28 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0087 - Deep Dive of Episode 7 - 432 AD - Patrick’s Mission to Ireland - Bringing Christ Beyond Rome’s Borders
Title: Deep Dive of: Ep.0007 432 AD – Patrick’s Mission to Ireland – Bringing Christ Beyond Rome’s Borders and Lighting a Celtic Flame That Would Last Centuries Description: Welcome to the COACH Deep Dive. This is an AI-generated discussion built around a previously released COACH podcast episode dealing with Patrick's Mission to Ireland. It was created by Bob Baulch from the That’s Jesus Channel. In this episode, we separate the man from the myths. We explore the true story of Patrick’s kidnapping, his escape, and his bold return to evangelize Ireland. We also fact-check popular legends about snakes, shamrocks, and his orig...
2026-01-15
33 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0086 - 1227 AD - The Bible Gains Chapter Divisions - Making Scripture Easier to Navigate Together
1227 AD - The Bible Gains Chapter Divisions - Making Scripture Easier to Navigate Together Description: In the early thirteenth century, the Bible existed without the chapter divisions modern readers take for granted. Stephen Langton, Archbishop of Canterbury and a trained biblical scholar, worked with the Latin Vulgate to introduce a consistent system of chapters across the biblical books. His goal was not to change Scripture, but to make it easier to locate, reference, and teach. Before this development, finding specific passages required deep familiarity or lengthy searching through unbroken text. Langton studied the flow of biblical writings...
2026-01-14
18 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0085 - Deep Dive of Episode 6 - 405 AD – Jerome's Bible Revolution – Translating Truth Into Latin and Shaping the Western Church's Scripture for a Thousand Years
Original Episode Link: https://thatsjesuschannel.podbean.com/e/jeromes-bible-revolution-translating-truth/ Title: Deep Dive of: Ep.0006 405 AD – Jerome’s Bible Revolution – Translating Truth Into Latin and Shaping the Western Church’s Scripture for a Thousand Years Description: Did you know that a church riot once started because a translator changed the word "gourd" to "ivy"? In this Deep Dive, we explore the hidden research behind COACH Episode 6. We look at the real story of Jerome, who didn't just move to Bethlehem for peace and quiet—he was actually expelled from Rome after a tragic scandal involved one of his students. ...
2026-01-13
38 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0084 - 180 AD - The Muratorian Fragment and the Emerging New Testament Canon
180 AD - The Muratorian Fragment Lists Trusted Christian Writings - Learning Where Our Trust Is Anchored Description: Around 180 AD, a Christian writer in the western Roman Empire compiled a list of writings that churches recognized as trustworthy and authoritative. Known today as the Muratorian Fragment, this damaged but significant text offers one of the earliest surviving snapshots of how Christians understood which books belonged in their sacred Scriptures. The fragment affirms the four Gospels, Acts, and a collection of Paul's letters while also noting which writings were disputed, rejected, or reserved for private reading. It reflects a...
2026-01-13
18 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0083 - Deep Dive of: Episode 5 250 AD – The Catacombs of Faith – Rome’s Hidden Worship
Title: Deep Dive of: Ep.0005 250 AD – The Catacombs of Faith – Rome’s Hidden Worship and the Strength Christians Found When the Empire Turned Against Them Description: Join us for a Deep Dive into the research behind Ep.0005 of COACH: Church Origins and Church History. Based on notes from Bob Baulch of the That’s Jesus Channel, this AI-generated discussion goes beyond the story to look at the hard evidence. We examine the 95% certainty rating of Decius’s decree, the discovery of actual "libelli" certificates in Egypt, and the symbols of hope painted on catacomb walls. Thematic Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome to the COACH Deep D...
2026-01-10
32 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0082 - 1741 AD - Jonathan Edwards Preaches Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God - Taking Jesus' Warnings Seriously Today
1741 AD - Jonathan Edwards Preaches Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God - Taking Jesus' Warnings Seriously Today CHUNK 00 — METADATA 1741 AD - Jonathan Edwards Preaches Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God - Taking Jesus' Warnings Seriously Today Description: In 1741, during the height of the Great Awakening, a small farming town in Enfield, Connecticut, gathered for what seemed like an ordinary church service. Jonathan Edwards, a quiet and methodical pastor from Northampton, stood before the congregation and read a sermon he had already preached elsewhere. The message drew from Deuteronomy and warned of hu...
2026-01-09
18 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0081 - Deep Dive of Episode 4 - 150 AD – The Rule Before the Book
Title: Deep Dive of: Ep. 4 150 AD – The Rule Before the Book – Faith That Traveled Faster Than Scripture and United Believers Before a Bible Existed Description: Join us for an AI-generated Deep Dive into the research behind the "Rule of Faith." Hosted by Bob Baulch’s COACH podcast, this discussion goes beyond the original episode to rate the historical facts and explore the tensions of the second century. We uncover how the church survived without a finished Bible through oral tradition and memorized creeds
2026-01-08
26 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0080 - 525 AD - Dionysius Exiguus Creates Anno Domini Dating - Does Our Time Actually Belong to Jesus?
525 AD - Dionysius Exiguus Creates Anno Domini Dating - Does Our Time Actually Belong to Jesus? 525 AD - Dionysius Exiguus Creates Anno Domini Dating - Does Our Time Actually Belong to Jesus? Description: In 525 AD, a humble monk named Dionysius Exiguus was tasked with building Easter tables to help the Church celebrate resurrection on the right day. For over two centuries, many churches had been counting years from the reign of Diocletian—the emperor who unleashed the Great Persecution in 303, killing countless believers and burning scriptures. Dionysius refused to continue binding the Church's sacred cycles to the me...
2026-01-07
19 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0079 - Deep Dive of Episode 3: 312 AD – Constantine’s Vision That Changed History – From Battle to Baptism
Original Episode: https://thatsjesuschannel.podbean.com/e/constantines-vision-that-changed-history/ 0079 - Deep Dive of Episode 3: 312 AD – Constantine’s Vision That Changed History – From Battle to Baptism Deep Dive of: Ep.0003 312 AD – Constantine’s Vision That Changed History – From Battle to Baptism, a Turning Point That Tied Church and Empire Together Description: Did a Roman Emperor really see a cross in the sky that changed the world forever? Join us for this AI-generated Deep Dive into the research behind Constantine’s famous vision in 312 AD. We go beyond the main episode to look at the "Historical Authenticity" ratings of the...
2026-01-06
28 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0078 - 210 AD - Tertullian Witnesses Spiritual Gifts Then Drifts into Montanism - When Being Right About Gifts Costs You Unity
210 AD - Tertullian Witnesses Spiritual Gifts Then Drifts into Montanism - When Being Right About Gifts Costs You Unity Description: In 210 AD, Tertullian of Carthage described spiritual gifts like tongues, prophecy, and visions as normal realities in his church, documenting them with the same matter-of-fact tone he used for everything else. Three years later, in a different work challenging a heretic, he declared that all these signs of the Spirit were still active without any difficulty. But by the early 210s, Tertullian began aligning with Montanism, a movement claiming the Holy Spirit was bringing new prophetic revelations...
2026-01-05
21 min
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0077 - Deep Dive of 0002 - 203 AD - The Historical Reality of Perpetua & Felicitas
Original Episode: https://thatsjesuschannel.podbean.com/e/perpetuass-vision-in-prison/ Deep Dive: The Historical Reality of Perpetua & Felicitas (203 AD) | COACH Research Analysis Description: What happens when a nursing noblewoman and a pregnant slave defy the Roman Empire together? Welcome to this COACH Deep Dive, an AI-generated discussion that goes behind the scenes of Ep.0002 - 203 AD – Perpetua’s Vision in Prison. While the original episode tells the moving narrative of Vibia Perpetua and Felicitas, this Deep Dive explores the historical research, context, and tensions that didn't make it into the final script,. Based on the research notes of host Bob Baulch from the T...
2026-01-03
22 min
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0076 - 1621 AD - Three Days of Feasting Between Plymouth Settlers and the Wampanoag
Description: In the autumn of 1621, English settlers at Plymouth Colony had barely survived their first brutal winter, burying nearly half their number to disease and starvation. Through the help of the Wampanoag [wom-puh-NO-ag] people, led by Ousamequin [oo-sah-MAY-kwin] (Massasoit [mass-uh-SOYT]), and especially Squanto—a translator who taught them to plant corn and navigate their new land—the settlers managed to bring in a harvest. When the Wampanoag [wom-puh-NO-ag] arrived with deer, the English welcomed them to stay. For three days, the two groups feasted together on venison, fowl, and corn, competing in games and sharing food despite language barriers. No s...
2026-01-02
13 min
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0075 - Deep Dive of 0001 - 107 AD – Ignatius’ Brave Journey to the Lions
Original Episode: https://thatsjesuschannel.podbean.com/e/ignatius-brave-journey-to-the-lions/ Podcast Show Notes Title: Deep Dive: 107 AD – Researching Ignatius of Antioch Description: Welcome to the COACH Deep Dive, an AI-generated discussion built around the research and context of Bob Baulch’s episode on Ignatius of Antioch. In this session, we dig into the historical notes that didn't make it into the main narrative. We explore the critical role of Antioch as a hub for early Christianity and the intense pressure believers faced to sacrifice to Roman gods as a test of civic loyalty,. We also discuss the profound theology of Ignatius, who wrote...
2026-01-01
24 min
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0074 - 33 AD – Jesus Gives Thanks in the Face of Trouble – Having Gratitude in Hard Seasons
33 AD – Jesus Gives Thanks in the Face of Trouble – Having Gratitude in Hard Seasons Jesus gathered with His disciples for His final Passover meal in a borrowed upper room prepared earlier that day. The city was crowded for the feast, and the traditional elements of the meal were ready. In those last hours, Jesus broke bread and gave thanks even as betrayal sat at the table. The narrative reflects how He redefined bread and cup around His own sacrifice. Modern churches know the weight of conflict, wounded trust, and unresolved tension. Communities often navigate disappointment and strained rela...
2026-01-01
15 min
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0073 - 723 AD - Boniface Cuts Down the Sacred Oak - and Builds a Christian Landscape
723 AD – Boniface cuts down the sacred oak tree – and builds a Christian landscape In 723 AD, Boniface entered the region of Hesse (HESS-uh) and confronted one of its most enduring symbols—the sacred oak long associated with Donar (DOH-nar).The tree had served as a center of ritual, tradition, and communal identity for generations. When Boniface publicly announced he would cut it down, the moment drew a large crowd expecting divine retaliation. Instead, the oak fell, and the silence that followed reshaped how many viewed the old gods. Boniface then used the timber to build a chapel, transforming a form...
2025-12-31
14 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0072 - 403 AD – Eudoxia Shatters Church Unity – When Power Breaks the Peace
403 AD – Eudoxia Shatters Church Unity – When Power Breaks the Peace Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package (one seamless paragraph): A powerful empress forces out a bishop, shattering church unity in Constantinople. When Empress Eudoxia clashed with Bishop Chrysostom, political pressure and spiritual tension tore through Constantinople. This episode follows how influence, pride, and public unrest reshaped church-state boundaries and left a lasting mark on Christian leadership. Eudoxia's rise in the Eastern Roman Empire reshaped both palace and church. Her growing influence collided with the arrival of Bishop John Chrysostom, known for preaching humility and calling beli...
2025-12-29
12 min
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0071 - 1818 AD - Silent Nights First Performance by Mohr and Gruber
1818 AD - Joseph Mohr and Franz Gruber Create Silent Night on Christmas Eve - Trust God with What You Offer Without Managing the Outcome Description: In 1816, Father Joseph Mohr wrote a simple six-verse Christmas poem while serving in the countryside near Salzburg, Austria, in the aftermath of the Napoleonic Wars. On December 24, 1818, Mohr brought the poem to Franz Xaver Gruber, the local schoolteacher and church organist, and asked him to compose a melody that could be sung with guitar accompaniment at Midnight Mass that same evening. Gruber composed the music in a matter of hours, and the...
2025-12-26
12 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0070 - 1647 AD - How Banning Christmas Started the Plum Pudding Riots
1647 AD - How Banning Christmas Started the Plum Pudding Riots Description: By the late medieval period, Christmas had grown into an elaborate season marked by feasting, music, and long pauses from work, blending Christian worship with folk customs. By the early sixteenth century, reform-minded Christians began questioning these traditions, asking whether Scripture alone should determine worship practices. In seventeenth-century England, Puritan-controlled Parliament abolished Christmas observance by law, ordering shops to remain open and forbidding special church services on December 25. Across the Atlantic, Massachusetts outlawed Christmas celebrations in 1659, fining anyone found feasting or skipping work. Ordinary people resisted...
2025-12-25
20 min
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0069 - 1223 AD - Francis of Assisi Creates the First Living Nativity at Greccio - Stop Watching and Start Participating
1223 AD - Francis of Assisi Creates the First Living Nativity at Greccio - Stop Watching and Start Participating Description: In 1223, Francis of Assisi walked up a hillside in the Italian town of Greccio with an unusual request for Christmas. For most of his life, Francis had heard the story of Christ's birth told in Latin—beautiful, sacred, but distant for those who could not read or understand the language. Francis wanted people to see the Incarnation, not just hear about it. He asked a local nobleman to prepare a cave with a manger, hay, and real animals so...
2025-12-24
16 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0068 - 452 AD – Leo defines the Incarnation in a Christmas Sermon – and we find courage to walk forward when life shakes beneath us
452 AD – Leo defines the Incarnation in a Christmas Sermon – and we find courage to walk forward when life shakes beneath us The year 452 AD brought Rome to a moment of fear, instability, and deep uncertainty—and into that world, Leo stepped forward with a Christmas sermon that shaped Christian understanding for centuries. His message was simple but profound: Christ is fully divine and fully human, and God has drawn near to real human life. This episode explores how Leo's teaching grounded believers who were living through political collapse and personal hardship. It also shows why his words contin...
2025-12-22
16 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
NEW Deep Dive Episodes Coming to COACH Podcast! (Extra Research & Context)
Hi, I'm Bob Baulch with the That's Jesus channel and the coach podcast. Church Origins and church History podcast. And I have a new, a new direction that I'm going in 2026. Not actually new direction, but I'm just going to be adding some things onto my YouTube channel and my podcast. And that is this. So I've been coming out with, three episodes a week for quite some time. Sometimes I miss an episode here and there, but, on Mondays my episodes typically are between 0 and 500 AD. Wednesdays there between 500 and 1500 AD. And on Fridays they're between 1500...
2025-12-22
03 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0067 - 1839 AD – Former Slave and Preacher John Jasper Gives Thanks Through the Storm
1839 AD – Former Slave and Preacher John Jasper Gives Thanks Through the Storm Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Hook: A former slave's song of gratitude rises above the thunder of prejudice and pain. John Jasper was born enslaved yet free in spirit. His message—"The Sun Do Move"—wasn't astronomy; it was awe. Through every storm, he thanked God. On July 25, 1839, Jasper met Christ in a Richmond tobacco factory and preached his first sermon that same day. Years before emancipation, gratitude became his rebellion and praise his survival. This episode explores how one man's faith in the storm...
2025-12-19
07 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0066 - 600 AD - The Birth of Gregorian Chant – Worship That Unites
600 AD – The Birth of Gregorian Chant – Worship That Unites Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Hook: Can a single melody unite a divided Church? Description: Pope Gregory I believed unity required more than right belief—it required shared worship. This episode traces how chant became the Church's universal language and how intentional worship still shapes faith and community today. Extended Notes: In 600 AD, the Church's songs sounded different in every region. Gregory the Great sought harmony through one disciplined voice of worship. From the papal choir school to the Carolingian reforms, a musica...
2025-12-17
15 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
Episode 0001 - Deep Dive - Ignatius Death March Defined The Church
This text, presented as an episode summary and transcript from a history podcast titled "COACH," focuses entirely on the life and legacy of Ignatius of Antioch, one of the Apostolic Fathers. The source traces the bishop’s grueling journey to martyrdom in Rome around 107 AD under Emperor Trajan, emphasizing how Ignatius viewed his death as a form of Eucharistic offering. Crucially, the text examines the seven letters Ignatius wrote while in chains, noting that these letters served as a final pastoral testament urging church unity and forcefully defending the full divinity and humanity of Christ against early heresies. These writings, wh...
2025-12-15
32 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0065 - 1743 AD – James Davenports Fire – When Zeal Outran Wisdom
1743 AD – James Davenports Fire – When Zeal Outran Wisdom Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package: A revivalist preacher sets New England ablaze—literally. In 1743, James Davenport's unchecked zeal led to bonfires of books, clothing, and chaos. His story reveals how spiritual passion, untethered from humility and discernment, can fracture churches and wound communities. This episode traces Davenport's rise, collapse, and repentance, challenging believers to consider how fervor can turn dangerous when certainty overshadows love. Make sure you Like, Share, Subscribe, Follow, Comment, and Review this episode and the entire COACH series. Keywords: James Davenport, Great...
2025-12-12
19 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0064 - 1231 AD – The Brothers Who Found Joy in Having Nothing
1231 AD – The Brothers Who Found Joy in Having Nothing Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package: Five years after Francis of Assisi died, his friends still walked the roads barefoot and thankful. They owned nothing, shared everything, and sang hymns for every crumb of bread. They called it perfect joy—finding peace not in plenty but in God's presence. Their gratitude was so real it made Europe stop and stare. Could people with nothing really be that content? This episode tells how their faith turned poverty into praise—and why their joy still challenges a world overfl...
2025-12-10
09 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0063 - 327 AD – Helena searches for the True Cross – Faith, Fact, and Holy Ground
327 AD – Helena searches for the True Cross – Faith, Fact, and Holy Ground Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Hook: An empress turns archaeologist, digging for the cross that changed the world. Description: Around 326-328 AD, Saint Helena began a historic excavation in Jerusalem [juh-ROO-suh-lem], searching for the True Cross beneath a pagan temple. Her quest defined pilgrimage and relic veneration for centuries. But did the Church gain faith—or lose focus? Extended Notes: Helena [heh-LAY-nuh], mother of Emperor Constantine [KON-stan-tyn], oversaw the demolition of Hadrian's [HAY-dree-uhn's] Temple of Venus to build the Church of the...
2025-12-08
13 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0062 - 1947 AD - Scrolls Found - God's Word Endures in Faithful Hearts Today
1947 AD - Scrolls Found - God's Word Endures in Faithful Hearts Today Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package: In 1947, a Bedouin shepherd searching for a goat near Qumran tossed a stone into a cave, shattering jars that hid the Dead Sea Scrolls. These ancient manuscripts preserved Scripture for nearly 2,000 years, proving God's Word endures unchanged and reminding believers that His promises never decay. The discovery included a near-complete Isaiah scroll matching modern Bibles with stunning accuracy, silencing skeptics and affirming God's faithfulness. These texts from before Christ, preserved in desert caves, are more than archaeology—th...
2025-12-05
13 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0061 - 814 AD – Charlemagne’s Death and His Impact on Church Structure
814 AD – Charlemagne’s Death and His Impact on Church Structure Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package: When Charlemagne died in 814 AD, an empire mourned—but the church he built stood taller than ever. Through reforms like the Admonitio Generalis, he established trained clergy, standardized worship, and a network of parish schools that shaped medieval Christianity. Bishops such as Theodulf of Orléans and scholars like Alcuin of York turned theology into infrastructure, rooting the gospel in discipline and learning. His vision outlived him, forming the backbone of Christian organization for centuries. This episode explore...
2025-12-03
12 min
Redemption Church
Jesus Is The Reason For Joy | 'Tis The Reason | Bob Baulch
What if joy isn’t something you feel… but Someone you meet? This week, as we open our Advent series “’Tis the Reason,” Bob Baulch reminds us that real joy isn’t found in perfect circumstances, it’s found in a perfect Savior. We look at the darkness Israel felt, the joy Jesus brought, and the joy we can still hold onto today. Whether you’re walking in celebration or carrying something heavy, this message will encourage your heart and point you to the kind of joy no one can take away. Lean in. Jesus is still the reason for joy.
2025-12-02
37 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0060 - 451 AD – The Council of Chalcedon – When Defining Jesus Divided the Church
451 AD – The Council of Chalcedon – When Defining Jesus Divided the Church Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package: Five hundred bishops met in 451 AD to solve the most important question the church would ever face: how can Jesus be fully God and fully human at the same time? Their answer — the Definition of Chalcedon — became the standard for Christians from Rome to Constantinople and, later, for Protestants too. But that clarity came at a terrible price: entire ancient churches in Egypt, Syria, Armenia, and Ethiopia refused the formula and walked away. Chalcedon gives us the church’...
2025-12-01
15 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0059 - 1517 AD — Luther Nails the 95 Theses — When Repentance Was Not for Sale
1517 AD — Luther Nails the 95 Theses — When Repentance Was Not for Sale Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package: In 1517, a German pastor watched his parishioners wave indulgence papers that claimed to erase sin—no confession, no change, just payment. They believed salvation came with a receipt. Johann Tetzel’s sales pitch promised freedom for souls the moment a coin clinked in the coffer. Martin Luther was a scholar, not a rebel, but he couldn’t watch people buy what Jesus died to give. On October 31, he wrote ninety-five complaints in Latin, mailed them to his archbisho...
2025-11-28
13 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0058 - 1141 AD – When the Church Condemned Logic – And Accidentally Launched a Thousand Classrooms – Logic, Faith, and the Birth of Debate
1141 AD – When the Church Condemned Logic – And Accidentally Launched a Thousand Classrooms – Logic, Faith, and the Birth of Debate CHUNK 0: Pre-Script SEO Framework SECTION 1 — Chunks 0, 1, 2 CHUNK 0: Pre-Script SEO Framework Full Title: 1141 AD – When the Church Condemned Logic – And Accidentally Launched a Thousand Classrooms – Logic, Faith, and the Birth of Debate Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package (one seamless paragraph): A teacher stands trial. The questions will not. In 1141, Peter Abelard faced judgment at a church council in France for training students to think with Scripture and the early teachers held in tension. So...
2025-11-26
15 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0057 - 155 AD – The Martyrdom of Polycarp in Smyrna – When Faith Meets Fire
155 AD – The Martyrdom of Polycarp in Smyrna – When Faith Meets Fire Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package: An aged bishop faces flames in a Roman arena. His offense? Refusing to curse Christ. Polycarp’s stand in Smyrna became the early church’s picture of courage under pressure. After eighty-six years of following Jesus, could he deny Him now? His answer still ignites hearts that choose conviction over comfort. When culture rewards compromise, Polycarp’s witness burns bright—reminding believers that faith tested by fire is the faith that endures. Make sure you Like, Share, Subscrib...
2025-11-24
13 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0056 - 1347 AD – Black Death and the Response of the Church – When Ministry Costs Us Safety
1347 AD – Black Death and the Response of the Church – When Ministry Costs Us Safety CHUNK 0 – Pre-Script SEO Framework Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package: In 1347, ships from the East brought a disease that would kill nearly half of Europe within four years. Priests died twice as fast as others because they stayed to pray with the sick and bury the dead. The church struggled to survive and to make sense of suffering—but some found the courage to stay when everyone else ran. This episode asks what happens when faith has to choose b...
2025-11-19
13 min
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0055 - 100 AD – The Didache – When the Church Wrote Down How to Live
100 AD – The Didache – When the Church Wrote Down How to Live Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package: Around 100 AD, small Christian communities were scattered and unorganized. No fixed New Testament. No central oversight. False apostles wandered from house to house demanding food and money. Someone finally wrote a field manual—a document later called The Didache—to help churches survive. It explained how to test teachers, choose leaders, and live out faith in a world without rules. Lost for fifteen centuries and rediscovered in 1873, it revealed how early believers turned chaos into order. Their story...
2025-11-17
13 min
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0054 - 1770 AD – John Wesley’s Methodist Societies Flourish in England – How Accountable Community Sparked Revival
1770 AD – John Wesley’s Methodist Societies Flourish in England – How Accountable Community Sparked Revival CHUNK 0 – Pre-Script SEO Framework (Non-Spoken) Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Hook (≤150 chars): In 1770, Wesley’s classes and bands ignited revival through holiness, accountability, and lay preaching. Description (≤400 chars): By 1770, John Wesley’s Methodist societies reshaped England’s spiritual life. Through field preaching, disciplined class meetings, and lay leadership, ordinary believers pursued holiness together. Opposition rose, but revival spread. This episode explores how accountable community fueled growth — and how Wesley’s model still challenges churches today. Extended Notes (≤650...
2025-11-14
13 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0053 - 395 AD – Augustine Cleans House When Trust Broke and the Church Had to Prove Its Integrity
395 AD – Augustine Cleans House: When Trust Broke and the Church Had to Prove Its Integrity Website: ThatsJesus.org Metadata Summary: In 395 AD, the church of Hippo was bleeding trust. Offerings were untracked, suspicions were rising, and a young bishop-in-training named Augustine had to confront a crisis that could shatter faith itself. This episode unpacks how financial reform became spiritual revival—and why modern churches still wrestle with the same temptation to hide the books. Keywords: Augustine of Hippo, Valerius of Hippo, church finance, accountability, North Africa Christianity, Donatist controversy, Christian stewardship, financial transparency
2025-11-08
14 min
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0052 - 1819 AD - Mary Mason's Missionary Society - From Tracts to TikTok, the Timeless Call to Faithful Evangelism
1819 AD - Mary Mason's Missionary Society - From Tracts to TikTok, the Timeless Call to Faithful Evangelism Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package: In 1819, Mary Mason did what women weren't supposed to do—she organized. As First Directress of the New York Female Missionary Society, she mobilized laywomen to fund missions, distribute tracts, and spread the gospel. Her generation used paper and postage; ours has TikTok and podcasts. The question is the same: are we sharing sound doctrine or just noise? Mason's tracts were vetted for sound doctrine. Much of today's viral content isn't. Th...
2025-11-08
15 min
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0051 - 1049 AD Pope Leo IX Reforms Expose Sexual Corruption, Immorality, and Buying and Selling of Church Offices
1049 AD Leo IX’s Papal Reforms Ignite Church Renewal Published 2/18/2026 50-Word Description In 1049 AD, Pope Leo IX began a determined campaign to cleanse the church of simony and moral corruption. Through traveling synods, enforcement of clerical celibacy, and removal of unfit bishops, he set a precedent for reform. His leadership prepared the way for the sweeping Gregorian Reform of the 11th century. 150-Word Description In 1049 AD, Pope Leo IX launched a bold campaign to purify the church, confronting simony, clerical immorality, and corrupt leadership. Traveling to Reims and Pavia, he held synods, deposing bi...
2025-11-05
17 min
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0050 - 411 AD – Synesius of Cyrene Refuses to Renounce His Marriage – When Conviction Outweighs Conformity
411 AD – Synesius of Cyrene Refuses to Renounce His Marriage – When Conviction Outweighs Conformity CHUNK 0 – Pre-Script SEO Framework Full Title: 411 AD – Synesius of Cyrene Refuses to Renounce His Marriage – When Conviction Outweighs Conformity Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package: Hook (≤150 chars): When obedience to Jesus meant saying no to the Church. Description (≤400 chars): Between 410 and 411 AD, bishop-philosopher Synesius of Cyrene refused to abandon his wife at his ordination when pressures for clerical celibacy were increasing. His stand for conscience over conformity still challenges believers to choose truth above rule-keeping. Extended Notes (≤650 chars): Educated under Hypatia of Alexa...
2025-11-03
15 min
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0049 - 1704 AD - Ancestor Altars and Gospel Boundaries - The Papal Decision That Changed China's Christian Future
1704 AD - Ancestor Altars and Gospel Boundaries - The Papal Decision That Changed China's Christian Future CHUNK 0: Pre-Script SEO Framework Full Title: 1704 AD - Ancestor Altars and Gospel Boundaries - The Papal Decision That Changed China's Christian Future Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package: In 1704, Pope Clement XI condemned Chinese Christians for honoring their ancestors—and with that sentence, a century of hope began to crumble. For decades, Jesuit missionaries had accommodated Confucian rites, seeing them as cultural respect, not worship. But Rome saw idolatry. The papal decree sparked a cr...
2025-11-03
21 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0048 - 897 AD - How a Corpse Was Put On Trial - The Cadaver Synod Exposed Church Corruption
CHUNK 0: METADATA & ENGAGEMENT TITLE: 897 AD - How a Corpse Was Put On Trial - The Cadaver Synod Exposed Church Corruption WEBSITE: https://ThatsJesus.org HOOK: In 897, Pope Stephen VI staged an unprecedented trial: a dead predecessor seated in papal robes, charges read to a corpse. DESCRIPTION: The Cadaver Synod became a byword for abuse of power. This episode traces the trial, the backlash that followed, and what it reveals about corruption—and Christ's faithful care for His church. EXTENDED NOTES: Pope Formosus (891–896) became a pawn in factional warfa...
2025-10-29
12 min
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0047 - 320 AD - Forty Soldiers on a Frozen Lake - The Crown That Comes Through Suffering
CHUNK 0: Pre-Script SEO Framework Full Title: 320 AD - Forty Soldiers on a Frozen Lake - The Crown That Comes Through Suffering Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package: Forty Roman soldiers refused to deny Christ and were condemned to freeze naked on a lake. One broke. A pagan guard joined them. What happened next became legend—and still inspires believers facing impossible pressure today. In 320 AD, forty Christian soldiers in Sebaste, Armenia, faced the ultimate test: renounce Jesus or die slowly in the freezing cold. When one soldier abandoned the group for wa...
2025-10-27
17 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0046 - 1582 AD - Gregorian Calendar's Vanishing Ten Days - When Apocalypse Panic Tested Trust in God
1582 AD - Gregorian Calendar's Vanishing Ten Days - When Apocalypse Panic Tested Trust in God CHUNK 0: Pre-Script SEO Framework Full Title: 1582 AD - Gregorian Calendar's Vanishing Ten Days - When Apocalypse Panic Tested Trust in God Website: https://ThatsJesus.org Metadata Package: In 1582, ten days vanished—and Christians panicked when Pope Gregory XIII reformed the Julian calendar, leaping from October 4th to October 15th. The sudden jump fixed Easter's drift but sparked apocalyptic rumors across Catholic Europe. Preachers whispered of stolen time and the end of the world. Contracts blurred, fe...
2025-10-27
15 min
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0045 - 670 AD – England Becomes A Mission Force After Being A Mission Field
Full Title: 670 AD – England Becomes A Mission Force After Being A Mission Field Metadata Package: It’s 670 AD, and the islands once reached by missionaries from Rome and Ireland now send their own. From the quiet monasteries of England to the windswept coasts across the sea, believers carry Scripture and song — armed not with armies but with faith. This episode traces how the English church moved from receiving the gospel to sharing it, planting seeds that would one day grow into the great mission movements of Willibrord and Boniface. Extended notes explore how ordinary men and wo...
2025-10-08
15 min
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0044 - 190 AD Easter Divides the Dates but Unites the Faith Why The Prayer of Jesus for Oneness Still M
190 AD – Easter Divides the Dates but Unites the Faith - Why The Prayer of Jesus for Oneness Still Matters Metadata Package: In 190 AD, Christians faced a simple but sacred question — when to celebrate Easter. Some chose the Sunday that honored the day Jesus rose; others chose the date that matched Passover itself. Both wanted to honor the same Lord and the same resurrection. Leaders sought peace without compromise, unity without uniformity. This story shows how faithful believers disagreed deeply yet remained devoted to Christ — and why their struggle still echoes in every church today. Extended notes explore how John 17 connects Jesus’...
2025-10-06
16 min
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0043 - 1845 AD – Southern Baptists Divide - Morality Yields to Money and Mission Pressure
1845 AD – Southern Baptists Divide - Morality Yields to Money and Mission Pressure Metadata Paragraph: In 1845, Baptists in America faced a moral crossroads. When mission boards refused to appoint slaveholders as missionaries, southern leaders walked away and founded the Southern Baptist Convention in Augusta, Georgia. Their decision redefined missions for generations and revealed how culture can silence conscience. Extended notes examine the James E. Reeve controversy, the Triennial Convention’s collapse, and the moral and theological arguments used to justify slavery inside the church. Make sure you Like, Share, Subscribe, Follow, Comment, and Review this episode and the enti...
2025-10-06
20 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0042 - 93 AD – Josephus Confirms Early Believers Had Faith That Drew Attention - But Will Ours Do the Same
93 AD – Josephus Confirms Early Believers Had Faith That Drew Attention - But Will Ours Do the Same Metadata Package: Outsider historian Josephus couldn’t ignore the Christians. In the late first century, his writings gave Rome’s perspective on the Jewish world—and in the process, confirmed the visible presence of Jesus’ followers. This episode explores what Josephus recorded, why it mattered to first-century faith, and how his testimony still challenges us today. Extended notes unpack Josephus’ references to Jesus, his view of Christians, and how early believers could not help being noticed. Make sure you Like, Share, Subsc...
2025-10-05
10 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0041 - 1975 AD – The Willow Creek Church Saga: The Good - The Bad - The Ugly
1975 AD – Willow Creek Saga - The Good - The Bad - The Ugly From a rented movie theater with 125 dreamers to a weekly crowd that once topped 25,000, Willow Creek’s story is one of vision, innovation, and painful collapse. What fueled such astonishing growth — and what stripped it away? Extended notes trace the seeker-sensitive movement, Bill Hybels’s influence, and how the church’s rise and fall mirrors challenges all ministries face today. Make sure you Like, Share, Subscribe, Follow, Comment, and Review this episode and the entire COACH series. Keywords: Willow Creek, megachurch, seeker sensitive...
2025-10-04
17 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0040 - 1223 AD - The Pope Approves St Francis of Assisi's Rule – Making the Franciscan Order Legit
On Oct 1, 1223 AD - The Pope Approves St Francis of Assisi's Rule – Making the Franciscan Order Legit Published 10/01/2025 On October 1, 1223, Pope Honorius III approved Francis of Assisi’s Rule, giving official recognition to the Franciscan Order. This moment launched a movement of radical poverty and joy that confronted greed in medieval society and reshaped monastic life. Extended notes explore how Francis’ rejection of wealth still speaks to our consumer age, challenging us to find identity not in possessions but in Christ. Make sure you Like, Share, Subscribe, Follow, Comment, and Review this episode and the entire COACH series...
2025-10-02
10 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0039 - 1212 AD – The Children’s Holy Crusade To Battle - Once They Marched After Adults into War - Today They March After Adult Morals
1212 AD – The Children’s Holy Crusade To Battle - Once They Marched After Adults into War - Today They March After Adult Morals Published 9/24/2025 Metadata Children filled the roads of Europe in 1212, convinced that innocence and faith could reclaim Jerusalem. Known as the Children’s Crusade, thousands of boys, girls, and poor adults followed Nicholas of Cologne, marching barefoot and hungry across the Alps. They never reached the Holy Land, but their zeal reveals how children imitate what they see — then it was crusading war, today it is the morals and examples of adults. Extended notes explore t...
2025-09-24
11 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0038 - 460 AD– Writing Through Ruin: One Bishop Preserved Faith Amid Chaos, What Will History Say About the Story We Leave Behind
460 AD – Writing Through Ruin: One Bishop Preserved Faith Amid Chaos, What Will History Say About the Story We Leave Behind? Metadata In 460 AD, Hydatius of Aquae Flaviae finished his Chronicle, a desperate record of raids, famine, heresy, and fading empire. From Gallaecia, he captured what others ignored: bishops resisting invaders, signs in the sky, faith clinging to hope. This episode explores how one man's pen preserved collapse and conviction — and asks how our own records will be judged by future generations. Make sure you Like, Share, Subscribe, Follow, Comment, and Review this episode and the entire COACH seri...
2025-09-22
11 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0037 - 1745 AD - The Hymn Explosion - When Worship Began Teaching Doctrine in Song
1745 AD – The Hymn Explosion - When Worship Began Teaching Doctrine in Song Published 2025-09-19 (Friday: 1500–2000 AD) A hymn explosion in 1745 reshaped worship forever. The voices of Watts and the Wesleys helped shift congregations from psalms only to songs that carried doctrine in melody. Hymns became portable theology, teaching believers as much as sermons did. Extended notes trace how debates raged over whether hymns were novelty or necessity, how they spread across Methodist revivals and beyond, and why they still shape worship today. Make sure you Like, Share, Subscribe, Follow...
2025-09-20
11 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0036 - 1000 AD – Forecasting the Rapture Again and Again and Again – It Was Embarrassing Then And It Still Is Today
1000 AD – Forecasting the Rapture Again and Again and Again – It Was Embarrassing Then And It Still Is Today Published 9/18/2025 Families huddled at midnight in 999 AD, trembling at thunder and comets. Would the sunrise bring the end? Around 1000 and again in 1033, Europe braced for the apocalypse. Chronicles tell of omens, pilgrimages, and nobles donating estates to prepare for judgment. But when the dates passed, no fire fell — just disillusionment, reform, and a long line of failed prophecies. From Ademar’s visions to Cluny’s power, from Martin of Tours to Harold Camping, this story shows how the Church...
2025-09-19
31 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0035 - 346 AD – Defender of Nicene Faith Athanasius Returns and Inspires Courage to Hold Truth Today
346 AD – Defender of Nicene Faith: Athanasius’ Return Inspires Courage to Hold Truth Today Published 9/15/2025 Metadata Exile could not silence Athanasius. His return in 346 AD reignited the defense of Christ’s divinity. In 346 AD, Athanasius returned from exile, defying emperors and Arian critics to defend the Nicene Creed. His writings rallied monks, bishops, and believers to stand for Jesus’ true divinity. This episode explores how his persistence preserved orthodoxy—and how we, too, can remain faithful under pressure. Athanasius of Alexandria endured repeated banishments for his unshakable defense of the Nicene Creed. In 346 AD, his return—backed by Western bishops—reenergized resistance to...
2025-09-15
11 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0034 - 1863 AD – Dying Civil War Soldiers Hope in the Midst of War: Stay Ready With Scripture On Your Lips
1863 AD – Dying Civil War Soldiers: Hope in the Midst of War: Stay Ready With Scripture on Your Lips Metadata A dying soldier whispers his last prayer in a Confederate camp. In 1863, revival swept through Civil War tents as chaplains read Scripture and soldiers found peace with God before death. This episode weaves together accounts from Christ in the Camp and other sources, showing how suffering opened doors for faith and how believers pointed each other to Jesus in their final hours. Extended notes highlight how these composite stories reflect countless real testimonies across North and South. Make su...
2025-09-12
10 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0033 - 730 AD – John Defends Icons -Faithful Art Reflects Jesus’ Incarnation Today
730 AD – John Defends Icons: Faithful Art Reflects Jesus’ Incarnation Today Published 9/10/2025 Cold Hook 1:21 Show Intro 1:17 Narrative Foundation 1:50 Narrative Development 1:52 Climax & Impact 1:53 Legacy & Relevance 1:23 Reflection & Call 1:22 Outro 1:08 Metadata In 730 AD, John of Damascus, a monk near Jerusalem, defied Emperor Leo III’s ban on icons. His Three Treatises on the Divine Images argued that depicting Jesus affirmed His incarnation—God made visible. Icons weren’t idols but windows to Christ, like how family photos remind us of loved ones. His writings gav...
2025-09-10
12 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0032 - 225 AD – Hippolytus’ Apostolic Tradition Shapes Early Liturgy: Order Anchors Worship in Christ
225 AD – Hippolytus’ Apostolic Tradition Shapes Early Liturgy: Order Anchors Worship in Christ TIMESTAMPS (calculated at 127.5 WPM, rounded) Cold Hook: 00:00 Intro: 01:21 Foundation: 02:39 Development: 04:08 Climax/Impact: 06:09 Legacy & Modern Relevance: 08:19 Reflection & Call: 09:53 Outro: 11:30 Metadata Oil lamps flicker in a Roman house as believers prepare for baptism. Every word matters. In 225 AD, Hippolytus of Rome preserved the Apostolic Tradition, recording baptism, communion, ordination, and daily prayer. His guide anchored worship with clarity when persecution threatened chaos. It shaped liturgies East and West, showing that structure can protect devotion instead of stifling it. Hippolytus feared sloppy worship could harm...
2025-09-08
09 min
COACH: Church Origins and Church History courtesy of the That’s Jesus Channel
0031 - 1619 AD – Dort’s Clash Over Salvation: God’s Grace Makes Room Calvinism and Arminianism Today
1619 AD – Dort’s Clash Over Salvation: God’s Grace Makes Room Calvinism and Arminianism Today Published 9/12/2025 TIMESTAMPS [Cold Hook] 00:00 [Intro] 01:20 [Foundation] 02:46 [Development] 05:47 [Climax/Impact] 08:56 [Legacy & Modern Relevance] 12:16 [Reflection & Call] 14:50 [Outro] 17:29 📦 Metadata (One Paragraph) They thought the Bible was clear. But when believers gathered in 1619 to settle how salvation works—they found tension, not easy answers. In 1619, pastors and church leaders from across Europe met to settle a growing debate: how does salvation work? Some believed God decides everything. Others said we have a role in respondi...
2025-09-06
14 min
Redemption Church
Ephesians #7 | Finding Belonging In A World Divided w/ Bob Baulch
It never feels good to be on the outside looking in. It’s never fun to be left out and treated differently. Sadly, it’s a common feeling in the world. But, and thanks be to God there is a but, in Christ there are no outsiders. In him, we are one and neither life nor death could separate us from the eternal love of the God who unites us. In this sermon, Bob Baulch explains how God takes us from outsiders to family. He tells us how to walk in the truth that we are brothers and sisters in Chri...
2025-06-02
37 min
Redemption Church
Set Free Live Free #4 | Set Free From The Spirit Of Religion w/ Bob Baulch
"If you declare with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord", and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved." That's it. That's all it takes to be saved. Both in biblical times and today, people have tried to impose additional rules, obscuring the gospel and putting walls where God opened doors. In this sermon, Bob Baulch teaches on the spirit of religion and explains how it can hinder and even hurt God's people. He leave us with a warning...don't become bewitched by the spirit of religion.
2025-04-02
29 min
Redemption Church
The Spiritual Discipline of Sabbath w/ Bob Baulch
The Spiritual Discipline of Sabbath w/ Bob Baulch by Redemption Church
2024-06-20
22 min
IFPRI Podcasts
IFPRI Policy Seminar - May 30, 2012 - Bob Baulch
Presentation by Bob Baulch, Professor of Economics at Tan Tao University, at the IFPRI Policy Seminar, Why Poverty Persists: Poverty Dynamics in Asia & Africa, May 30, 2012, Washington DC. (http://www.ifpri.org/event/why-poverty-persists)
2012-05-31
22 min
IFPRI Podcasts
IFPRI Policy Seminar - May 30, 2012 - Bob Baulch
Presentation by Bob Baulch, Professor of Economics at Tan Tao University, at the IFPRI Policy Seminar, Why Poverty Persists: Poverty Dynamics in Asia & Africa, May 30, 2012, Washington DC. (http://www.ifpri.org/event/why-poverty-persists)
2012-05-31
22 min