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Reformation and Counter Reformation

Church HistorySteve Gregg
In this talk, Steve Gregg discusses the Reformation and Counter Reformation in Europe during the 16th century. He highlights the attempted reforms of the Roman Catholic Church and the rise of Protestantism, especially in the Netherlands and Scotland. He also discusses the influence of figures such as John Calvin and the impact of the Jesuits in promoting Roman Catholicism and resisting Protestantism. Throughout the talk, Gregg emphasizes the lasting effects of these movements on religious piety and the internal godliness of believers.
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