Church History for Chumps
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Church History for Chumps
57. Third Century Persecution: An Empire in Crisis
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--Kel Mitchell, Kenan and Kel
We're back in the early church again, which means we're into the story of Christian persecution in the Roman Empire.
The 3rd Century was no pleasant time for the Romans, Christian or not. Through a series of civil wars, external threats, and economic woes, the Empire was closer to collapse than ever before.
This growing instability would not bode well for the Christians. While the faith was steadily growing, the leaders of Rome will be increasingly desperate to correct course for their sinking ship. That will lead to newer, and harsher periods of persecution.
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