Moving on from the previous episode where we look at the growing hostility of officials towards The Church, this 4th episode looks at the outbreak of persecution under various Emperors - from Nero in AD 64, to Diocletian in the early 4th century. We end with a brief lesson on how the Gospel makes God’s people counter-cultural, whatever that culture happens to be. Watch the Church History series playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QIfO0mxbX4I3CQ9O97gcxP_uKMFPgNf Pastor Lance Ralston is the founder and lead pastor of Calvary Chapel Oxnard, California. In addition to serving on the Executive Board for Enduring Word, he is an author, holds a Master's degree in Biblical Studies and Ministry, and leads the Communio Sanctorum podcast, which delivers engaging & scholarly journeys into Church History without the slant of Academia. Discover more at:

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