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10 Minutes in Church History

10 Minutes in Church History

By: Nathan Pali
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10 Minutes in Church History is a Christian history podcast that tells the true stories that shaped the Christian church after the New Testament.

Each short episode explores a real moment, person, movement, or turning point from church history, bringing to life the faith, courage, mistakes, and miracles that built Christianity across centuries. From the early church and Roman persecution to councils, reformers, missionaries, revivals, and modern movements, this podcast tells the story behind the story.

Designed for busy believers, students, and families, every episode delivers a clear, engaging 10-minute story that makes Christian history, church history, and the lives of faithful Christians easy to understand and meaningful to remember.

This isn’t a dry theology lecture or a dense academic show. It’s a narrative-driven, devotional-friendly journey through post–New Testament Christian history, showing how God worked through imperfect people, hard seasons, and ordinary faithfulness.

If you’re interested in church history, Christian biography, Christian heritage, faith stories, and learning how the past still shapes the church today—this podcast is for you.

10 Minutes in Church History Short stories. True faith. A very long journey.

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Episodes
  • The Complicated Life of Origen of Alexandria

    The Complicated Life of Origen of Alexandria
    Feb 15 2026

    In this episode, we explore the extraordinary life of Origen of Alexandria, a child prodigy and prolific ancient Christian author who, driven by intense zeal and literal interpretation of scripture, faced significant challenges and became a controversial figure in church history. We also uncover his groundbreaking contributions to biblical scholarship and theology, alongside the theories that sparked controversy.

    Chapters

    00:00 Who Was Origen?

    01:39 Early Life & Martyrdom Desire

    04:46 Asceticism and Personal Decisions

    08:10 Literary & Theological Contributions

    13:02 Fame, Jealousy, and Persecution

    16:18 Legacy and Contradictions
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    11 mins
  • 64 AD: The Night Rome Burned — And Christians Took the Blame

    64 AD: The Night Rome Burned — And Christians Took the Blame
    Jan 19 2026

    In July of 64 AD, the greatest city on Earth went up in flames. For six terrifying days, Rome burned — temples collapsed, neighborhoods vanished, and tens of thousands were left homeless. As panic spread, Emperor Nero faced a political nightmare: someone had to take the blame. In this episode, we explore the Great Fire of Rome, the rise of rumors surrounding Nero, and how a small, misunderstood religious group — the early Christians — became history’s most convenient scapegoat. This is the story of fear, power, propaganda, and the first great wave of Christian persecution.
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    9 mins
  • Tertullian: An Architect of Western Christianity

    Tertullian: An Architect of Western Christianity
    Feb 14 2026

    In this episode, we explore the life of Tertullian, a brilliant lawyer from ancient Carthage who became a fierce defender of Christianity. We learn how his intense faith and advocacy were shaped by the martyrdom of Perpetua and Felicity, leading him to coin foundational theological terms while also showcasing his uncompromising and controversial nature.

    Chapters

    00:00 Carthage and Tertullian's Early Life

    01:18 From Pagan to Christian Apologist

    03:42 The Martyrdom of Perpetua and Felicity

    08:20 The Blood of Martyrs and Theological Innovations

    11:32 Tertullian's Fierce Defenses and Controversies

    15:07 Strictness and Lasting Legacy
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    12 mins
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