APB Redemption - The Church in Ancient Times (Luke H. Davis)

The  story of the ancient Church is one of a people who were finding their  way over many years by the light that God shined forth for them. Today,  we are looking back over the centuries with many more years of  understanding, but we stand on the shoulders of those who braved  persecution, death, debate, and mystery on behalf of generations to  come.

For the early church persecution was so intense that a  number of Christians were martyred. Bishops such as Ignatius, Polycarp,  and Cyprian were among them. The Church also produced many great  writers, thinkers, bishops, and pastors to offer deep and practical  guidance. From the Apostle Peter at Pentecost in Jerusalem to St.  Patrick on the shores of Ireland in