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Sweet Fiction and Sweet Truth Alike: The Background and Influence of 'The Pilgrim's Progress'

Sweet Fiction and Sweet Truth Alike: The Background and Influence of ‘The Pilgrim’s Progress’

January 12, 2020 · by Daniel Pentimone · in History

‘The Pilgrim’s Progress,’ by John Bunyan, is one of the few books to have a worldwide influence. Learn more about how this Christian classic has shaped the face of global Christianity.

Five Projected Trends of the Twenty-First  Century

Five Projected Trends of the Twenty-First Century

January 5, 2020 · by Daniel Pentimone · in Culture & Current Events

I’ve heard it said that ‘the first twenty years reveal the key trends of a century.’ So, if these first twenty years are any indication, I offer up five projected trends of the 21st century.

19 Books from 2019

19 Books from 2019

December 22, 2019 · by Daniel Pentimone · in Book Reviews

Every year I do it for you, my dear readers: I head deep into the dangerous world of the library to snatch out the choicest books and introduce you to profound, entertaining, and educational reads. For the last several years I’ve summarized my best reads of the year. This year I’m happy to present to you 19 books from 2019.

Henry Martyn on Union with Christ

Henry Martyn on Union with Christ

October 27, 2019 · by Daniel Pentimone · in Biblical Studies

If Christ was pierced for our transgressions and crushed for our iniquities (Isaiah 53:5), we can learn to say to our Lord, like David, “the reproaches of those who reproach you have fallen on me.”

Three Lessons from Girolamo Savonarola

Three Lessons from Girolamo Savonarola

August 25, 2019 · by Daniel Pentimone · in History

He was a stern, solemn figure. He almost defeated the Renaissance. He advocated reformation years before Martin Luther. His name was Girolamo Savonarola, and most have never heard his story.

Photo Recap of New England

Photo Recap of New England

June 23, 2019 · by Daniel Pentimone · in Personal

As part of my studies, I recently took study tour with my school to New England to learn more about the rich religious heritage of early America. Here are a few pictures from the tour.

The Eighteenth Century: The Tides of History

The Eighteenth Century: The Tides of History

April 28, 2019 · by Daniel Pentimone · in History

“I never go into the country for a change of air and a holiday. I always go instead into the eighteenth century.” So said Anatole France, and I concur – this century fascinates me, filled as it is with adventure, grand ideas, famous (and infamous) people, and God’s Spirit at work in the world.

Timothy Talks Today: Notre Dame in Flames

Timothy Talks Today: Notre Dame in Flames

April 21, 2019 · by Daniel Pentimone · in Timothy Talks Podcast

On April 15, 2019, a fire destroyed parts of Notre Dame Cathedral. Why is this Cathedral so famous? What is its history? And how should Christians react? All this and more on Timothy Talks.

Timothy Talks: Five Missionaries You Should Know

Timothy Talks: Five Missionaries You Should Know

February 25, 2019 · by Daniel Pentimone · in Timothy Talks Podcast

Throughout history, God has used remarkable individuals to share His Gospel. While there are many individuals who have given all for Christ, here are five individuals that you should be acquainted with. Their stories and faithfulness to God – in the past and present – will inspire you to serve the Master!

Remembering the Great War

Remembering the Great War

November 12, 2018 · by Daniel Pentimone · in History

It was called the Great War – the World War – the War to End All Wars. Certainly it did not succeed in ending all wars, but it was the end of an age, and the beginning of an age.

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