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Saints in History

Saints in History

By: Nathan Pali
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Saints in History is a Christian history podcast telling the true stories of the men and women whose faith shaped the church after the New Testament.

Each episode explores the life of a real Christian saint, martyr, missionary, reformer, or faithful believer from church history, bringing to life their courage, suffering, devotion, doubts, failures, and extraordinary trust in God. From the early church and Roman persecution to medieval saints, reformers, and modern Christian heroes, this podcast tells the human stories behind Christian faithfulness.

This is not a collection of legends or idealized biographies. It’s a narrative-driven journey through post–New Testament Christian history, showing how God worked through imperfect people, ordinary obedience, cultural upheaval, and sacrificial love.

Through storytelling and historical context, Saints in History reveals what real holiness looked like in different centuries—and how the faith of past believers still speaks to Christians today.

If you’re interested in church history, Christian biography, saints, martyrs, missionary stories, Christian heritage, and learning how faithful believers lived out their faith across history—this podcast is for you.

Saints in History The lives of the faithful. The story of the church, one soul at a time

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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
  • Fire, Lies, and Martyrs: The True Story of Rome’s Burning and the Christians

    Fire, Lies, and Martyrs: The True Story of Rome’s Burning and the Christians
    Jan 19 2026

    Did Nero really fiddle while Rome burned? Or is that the wrong question entirely? In this episode, we separate legend from history as we explore the Great Fire of Rome and the brutal aftermath for early Christians. We’ll look at how rumors formed, why Christians were so easy to demonize, and what actually happened to believers in Nero’s circus gardens. This is a story about narrative control, public fear, and how Christianity survived its first major encounter with state-sponsored violence.
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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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