beyond the bible ii: from faith to religion: the untold history of the early church

In the first century A.D., Jesus of Nazareth, known as the Messiah and the Son of the Living God, inspired a small group of followers to spread his Gospel message of redemption and salvation from Jerusalem to all nations. By the end of the first century, churches were established in nearly every city visited by the apostles, and Christianity soon emerged as the fastest growing religion in the world. In a captivating sequel to Beyond the Bible, Neil P. Harvey delves into the early history of the church, examining its formation through the eyes of contemporary believers and their adversaries. Beyond the Bible II is a fact-filled journey that provides a fresh perspective on the origins of Christian doctrine, the rise of the clergy, and the untold history of trial and conflict, promising to leave you amazed and fulfilled with new insights into the birth of Christianity.