Church History for Chumps

Bienvenidos, amigos. It's the 16th century. The Aztec Empire has recently fallen at the hands of the Spanish conquistadores. Colonialism is spreading throughout New Spain, and with it, a rise of the Spanish faith: Roman Catholicism. The Native population is apprehensive, as they deal with the social collapse of their civilization and the health crises of crippling diseases. Until one December morning, when a humble Aztec peasant is walking to Mass, and sees something that will change the course of Mexican history forever. Join us as we discuss Our Lady of Guadalupe, and share our (hopefully humble) Protestant takes. Also Taylor confesses that he doesn't know anything about technology, while John shares about how he's the best hospice chaplain in town. Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/chumphistory

We all knew this day would come. For many of our friends in the Baptist tradition, there is no competition as to who the greatest Baptist is to grace the pulpit. Only a battle for second place. The gold medal belongs to Charles Spurgeon, the cigar smoking, quip quipping, Bible preaching, pulpit shaking, rootinest, tootinest cowboy in the wild, wild west. Charles Haddon Spurgeon, often known as the Prince of Preachers, built a reputation for bold, spirited teaching in his decades of service to Metropolitan Tabernacle Baptist Church in London, England. Join us as we discuss his conversion, transition to ministry, and the harsh trials that he endured through his life of service. Also, we'll talk about Taylor's love of acronyms, and we'll geek out about how excited we were to see everyone's Spotify Wrapped from last year. Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/chumphistory

I remember when AI was just a quirky little app that we used to laugh about. Now AI is everywhere: from your aunt's posts on Facebook to the suspiciously well-written essays turned in by terrible 6th graders. The influence of AI is growing, and the question of its morality is becoming more and more relevant. So what do you think, is AI opening Pandora's box? Or is it a new tool to be honed for the Gospel? We'll share our thoughts on the pod, you share yours in the comments! We'd love to hear from ya. Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/chumphistory

It's a story as American as apple pie: a man known for his good morals is accused of chopping down a tree, and would one day lead a great nation. Oh wait, you think I'm talking about George Washington? WRONG! This is Saint Boniface, my friend. Often called the Apostle to the Germans, Boniface was a monk, preacher, missionary, and yes, sometimes a destroyer of pagan idols. Join Thom, Taylor, and John as we discuss our new favorite lumberjack. Side note:  As I'm typing this, I'm growing more and more paranoid that my writing might sound like AI. This is such an awful time to be a creative. I wonder if we'll have anything to say about that for a bonus episode this week...?Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/chumphistory

If you live in America, chances are you've been spoon fed Pilgrim lore since you were but a wee lad. You've likely heard the tales of adventurous English men and women braving the seas, fist bumping Indians, and wearing terrible clothing. But what's the real story? What would possess these people to brave a journey that would take them weeks, and possibly even cost them their lives? What was so bad that they needed to leave? And what did they believe was waiting for them? We'll discuss all that and more for this THANKSGIVING special episode! Speaking of thanksgiving, WE are giving thanks to YOU, dear listener. Thank you for being such cool pals. Let us know what your least favorite thanksgiving side is! We hope you have a wonderful holiday! Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/chumphistory