Early Christian Martyr Stories: An Evangelical Introduction with New Translations author_fokkelman-j-p He also offers specific instructions

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Christians throughout the centuries have loved Paul's letter to the Philippians for its call to rejoice in the gospel of Jesus Christ regardless of life's circumstances

Michael Leach

It is calculated to help both ministers of the gospel and entire congregations to realize Paul’s vision of churches growing up into Christ as they are nourished and taught by their pastors and teachers

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Early Christian Martyr Stories: An Evangelical Introduction with New Translations author_fokkelman-j-p He also offers specific instructionsPersonal narratives are powerful instruments for teaching, both for conveying information and for forming character. The martyrdom accounts preserved in the literature of early Christianity are especially intense and dramatic. However, these narratives are not readily available and are often written in intimidating prose, making them largely inaccessible for the average reader. This introductory text brings together key early Christian martyrdom