Epic An AroundtheWorld Journey thr..., Tim Challies
Epic An AroundtheWorld Journey thr..., Tim Challies
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Epic: An Around-the-World Journey through Christian History

Author: Tim Challies

Narrator: Josh Childs

Unabridged: 5 hr 21 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 03/31/2020


Synopsis

33 fascinating objects. 1 amazing story. Join author and pastor Tim Challies as he embarks on a three-year journey spanning multiple continents and some of the most unusual places in the world. Tim introduces you to thirty-three carefully selected objects that help you understand the long and complicated history of Christianity in a unique and creative way.Beginning with Jesus and the early church, Challies looks at:The importance of graffiti on an ancient jail cellThe creedal significance of a carving on a museum statueThe enduring importance of ancient manuscripts and booksAnd much more!Along the way, you’ll discover the story you're already a part of.Epic features:An epic journey: 24 countries, 6 continents, 75 flights, 80 museumsBeautiful full-color book design featuring the objects and Tim's journeyThe complete experience: a 10-episode documentary is also available, taking you on location and providing an immersive experience for understanding the history of Christianity"Together we will listen to these voices of the past tell us the epic story of what God has done and continues to do in our world today." - Tim Challies

About Tim Challies

A pastor, noted speaker, and author of numerous articles, Tim Challies is a pioneer in the Christian blogosphere. Tens of thousands of people visit Challies.com each day, making it one of the most widely read and recognized Christian blogs in the world. Tim is the author of several books, including Visual Theology, Epic: An Around-the-World Journey through Christian History, and his latest ECPA award-winning book, Seasons of Sorrow: The Pain of Loss and the Comfort of God. He and his family reside near Toronto, Ontario.


Reviews

I ordered this book to be shipped to me, with the video companion, as soon as it became available. Through homeschooling, it came to my attention that outstanding Church History resources for students are severely lacking. Although Simonetta Carr’s Christian Biographies for Young Readers provides pe......more

Goodreads review by Amber

Objects tell a story. An old low German Bible, pieces of sea glass, and an arrow head; Tanzanian fabric that hang as curtains, a small Zanzibari wood chest, a stuffie that slept with my daughter all three months we were in hospital. These objects sit on my shelves and around my home, reminding me of......more

A great overview of Christian history through the eyes of historical artifacts. This book feels under-appreciated- a fantastic and creative take on the history of our church! Would have loved a few more chapters on pre-reformation history.......more