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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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Enlightenment and Enrichment (Part 1)
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Steve Gregg provides a thought-provoking discussion on the Enlightenment and Enrichment in this historical context of Europe. Focusing on the Anabapti
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Reform in France and England
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In this historical overview, Steve Gregg discusses the Protestant Reformation in France and England. While Calvin's influence on French Protestantism
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