English Reformation

What if the courage of one man could change the world? In 1415, Jan Hus was burned at the stake for challenging the corruption of the Catholic Church and standing by his convictions. His sacrifice ignited a movement, inspired the Reformation, and laid the groundwork for ideas that still shape our world today. What would you sacrifice for the truth? In a world dominated by corruption and fear, Jan Hus stood alone. A century before Martin Luther, this courageous Bohemian preacher challenged the Catholic Church’s authority, exposing its moral failings and advocating for equality, justice, ...

A collection of prayers from the history of the Evangelical-Lutheran Church from Luther to Loehe. The collection includes prayers by Johannes Bugenhagen, Georg C. Dieffenbach, Veit Dietrich, Matthias Flacius, Wilhelm Loehe, Martin Luther, Philip Melanchthon, Joachim Mynsinger, Johann G. Olearius, Johann Jacob Rambach, and the early agendas and prayer books of the Austrian, Brunswick, Hamburg, Lueneberg, Norwegian, Nuremberg, Pomeranian, Riga, Russian, Saxon, Schleswig-Holstein, and Swedish Evangelical-Lutheran churches.

Surely everyone has heard of Martin Luther. He condemned clerical abuses and defended his interpretation of Scripture, boldly declaring: “Here I stand; I cannot do otherwise.” Millions of Christians around the world admire Luther, and associate him with the noble ideals of reason, independence, and courage. But, how well do we really know this man, who is synonymous with the Reformation? Scripture tells us to remember our leaders and “consider the outcome of their way of life;” and Jesus said: “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another....

The Steps of the Life of Christ: A Journey of Transformation into the New Apostolic Reformation, The Steps of the Life of Christ invites you on an extraordinary journey through the transformative moments of Jesus’ life, as seen through the lens of the New Apostolic Reformation. This compelling exploration weaves together the powerful narratives of Christ’s ministry with contemporary insights from Pentecostal and Charismatic traditions, offering readers a fresh perspective on His timeless message. In this enlightening book, you will walk alongside Jesus, witnessing His miraculous works, ...

Unearth the Rise and Fall of England’s Most Ambitious Cardinal Step into the volatile world of the Tudor court, where power was fleeting, alliances were fragile, and ambition could lead to either glory or ruin. Cardinal Wolsey for Beginners: Henry VIII's Right Hand and His Downfall reveals the gripping tale of Thomas Wolsey, a man who defied his humble beginnings to become one of the most powerful figures in English history—until it all came crashing down. Meet the Mastermind Behind the Throne: Discover how Wolsey rose from the son of a butcher to become Henry VIII’s trusted advisor, ...

William Cobbett (1763-1835) had an interesting life as a soldier, fugitive, political prisoner, journalist, farmer, and in the end a member of Parliament. He began his political career in America and ended up becoming a Radical supporter in the UK. He advocated against the injustices he saw, saying he held "the politics of every normal person". He had a number of radical ideas and set-up a newspaper to publish his articles. This history book was published in installments in that newspaper between 1824 to 1826, when Catholic Emancipation was being ferociously debated.

Published to mark the 500th anniversary of the events of 1517, Reformation Divided explores the impact in England of the cataclysmic transformations of European Christianity in the 16th and 17th centuries.

What made an ordinary monk become a catalyst for the Reformation in Europe in the 1500s? What were the reasons lying behind his nailing of 95 theses against the practice of indulgences to the door of the Schlosskirche in Wittenberg in 1517? Why was Martin Luther's life in danger? How did his apparent kidnapping result in the first ever New Testament translated into the German language? Discover how a fresh understanding of the Scriptures not only transformed his own life but had a huge impact upon Europe.

The Apostolic Anointing: Discover the profound Wisdom and Divine Authority that comes from embracing the Apostolic Ministry. Are you ready to experience a transformative journey into the heart of the New Apostolic Reformation? In The Apostolic Anointing, you will discover the profound principles of apostolic ministry that are reshaping the landscape of Christianity today. This enlightening guide invites men, women, and families to delve deep into the dynamic world of Pentecostal and Charismatic faith, where the supernatural meets the everyday. Join the movement that is rekindling the fire ...

This gripping historical novel brings to life the challenges of the Reformation period of the 16th and 17 centuries, including the rise of John Calvin's Protestant ministry in Geneva, Switzerland. The book also delves into the plight of English kings and queens, rebellion, civil war, the Spanish Armada and the Puritan exile during this pivotal moment in history. The English Stillwell family find themselves at the forefront of this tumultuous era that is marked by extreme religious intolerance. As they attempt to navigate the treacherous religious landscape, they must confront the harsh ...

The works of Albrecht Durer include hundreds of fascinating details in printmaking and paint. As a critical artistic player in the the Northern European Renaissance, he still sails the flagship of outstanding images that reflect his talents in portraying the Protestant reformation… and he stayed a Catholic all of his life.

This book is Frederick Osborn's follow up to "The New Reformation: An Assessment of the New Apostolic Reformation from Toronto to Redding." In his first book on the NAR the author takes a broad overview of this movement. In "The Physics of Heaven: The Theology of the New Apostolic Reformation" the author turns his sights on the book written in 2012 by Judy Franklin & Ellyn Davis. Their book is endorsed by a number of recognized leaders of what has evolved into the New Apostolic Reformation movement in the 21st century church. Without a doubt, their book represents the foundations upon which...

Joel is the son of a English weaver in the town of Bromham, Wiltshire. He lived in one of the most dangerous periods of the Reformation, the late 17th Century. Economic and political pressures force Joel to leave his family and begin a new life in the New World. He is guided on this adventure by a force he does not fully understand. We follow Joel and his decendents across oceans, rivers, mountains and prairies on a long odyssey to the 20th century. The ending of the odyssey is at a very surprising place.

7 Heroes of the Faith is a brief glimpse into the lives of people who have had a profound influence for Christ in the world. Their stories of courage, faithfulness, sacrifice and perseverance will inspire all who seek to follow in the footsteps of Christ.

Are you concerned that the Church has compromised its original culture in order to be relevant and culturally acceptable? It's a common issue that has led to the Church becoming irrelevant in today's society. But there is a way to change this. In this insightful new book, you'll discover how a cultural shift in how we disciple people in their relationship with Christ can lead to long-term cultural change. The book argues that the Church has become a subculture within a culture that has no voice and offers little to those seeking spiritual guidance. Drawing on the concept of Kingdom ...

Martin Luther's posting of the 95 Theses to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg on October 31, 1517, is one of the most famous events of Western history. It inaugurated the Protestant Reformation and has for centuries been a powerful and enduring symbol of religious freedom of conscience and of righteous protest against the abuse of power. But did it actually really happen? In this engagingly written, wide-ranging, and insightful work of cultural history, leading Reformation historian Peter Marshall reviews the available evidence and concludes that very probably, it did not.

Welcome to a truly unique book, penned with a security pen on paper within the walls of a small cell in Florida, where Torben found himself imprisoned. Accusations of weapons smuggling and human trafficking were thrown around, yet no formal charges were made. In this book, Torben shares his real-life experiences as they occurred-from moments of deep despair to unexpected joy, recognizing God's hand even in his darkest hour.

There have been several different ways to interpret the teachings of Jesus on divorce and remarriage throughout Christian history. Six of these views are allowed to make their case, and are evaluated on how adequately they seem to explain key scriptures on this topic. The history of each of these views is also detailed, quoting the writings of theologians, and describing some of the historical drama surrounding these teachings. Get a broad overview of different perspectives on this topic, and of how they have played out over the centuries.

The doctrine of Justification by Faith is what separated the Protestants from the Roman Catholics five centuries ago. However, today many Protestants have no clear idea of the doctrine or the history of how it was recovered by Martin Luther. This book presents both of these in accessible terms. Please remember that this book is not meant for everyone! It is meant for Protestants alone. Roman Cathoics might find many portions less than pleasing.

In 1776, a short time after the Declaration of Independence was adopted, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams and Benjamin Franklin were assigned to design an official seal for the United States of America. Their proposed motto was “Rebellion to Tyrants is Obedience to God.” America then owed its existence to centuries of Christian political philosophy and provided a model for liberty copied by nations the world over. By the 21st century, we are precariously close to falling prey to the error that the state is, as Georg Hegel put it, “God walking on earth.” Is there still hope today for ...