Knowledge of the Church's History: Essential

A brief summary of 2,000 years is nearly impossible. Dr. Ferguson provides the best synopsis possible, in my opinion. In a day where, especially American, Christians are so detached from any knowledge of Christ's Faithfulness to His church, this book is an excellent place for leaders and laypeople alike to begin their understanding. The orator was fantastic. I couldn't stop listening. When the book had finished, I immediately played it again. I've studied this subject in depth, and even taught church history in my congregation. For those immersed in more exhaustive works on this subject, and for people looking for where to begin, this book is a must. Psalm 110.1. HE will have Dominion.

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Great Survey

This book is amazing if you are looking for a quick survey of church history. Each chapter discusses a century of significant church history and has a few figures or major events that are highlighted. From those you can look up those figures or events to learn more elsewhere. Would recommend for things like a Bible study for a newcomers class. Depending on the denomination, the instructor could spend more time on the specific figures that most shaped that particular denomination.

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This book is written with bias

This book is a telling of the history of the church from the points of view of reformed theologians in the early 21st century. I do not share this point of view, and was disappointed to understand this.

Short but sweet

Very interesting and brief overview of church history. How he addresses the crusades was of special interest. He seems to touch on all the ins and outs of church history with great acumen. Great book for beginner church history enthusiast!

Succinct and necessary summary

Great start for everyone to get aquatinted with church history! I loved listening to this in just over one hour.

Good history

I enjoyed listening to this short production of flying through the centuries. It was good history, but perhaps a bit too many evangelical conclusions were reached. It definitely sends a message that will resonate with hard core believers.
It felt like a history lesson sponsored by the church. That said, I love the brief format.It would be good for church groups who get little to no Church History training. As my dad always told me, eat the meat and spit out the bones.

Great short overview

I started becoming interested in church history and wanted to get some base level history lesson. This one is great! There are more thorough books but as a starting point this is a great listen

great overview

this is a great overview for novices such as myself. A perfect introductory work before diving deeper.