"The Church Jesus Built - Episode 17" - Bro. Dr. Dan Owusu Asiamah (21/06/26)

The Church Jesus Built – Episode 17 In this powerful lesson, Bro. Dr. (hc) Dan Owusu Asiamah continues the series "The Church Jesus Built" by examining the history, struggles, and development of the New Testament church during the Ante-Nicean Period. Discover how early Christians remained faithful amidst intense persecution and learn why the church established by Jesus Christ is distinct from all human religious organizations. This episode explores the church's growth, the challenges faced under Roman emperors, and the importance of adhering strictly to the doctrine of Christ and the apostles. Scripture References 📖 Matthew 13:24–30 📖 Matthew 13 📖 Luke 8:11 📖 1 Corinthians 1:10–13 📖 Acts 2:42 📖 Acts 9 📖 1 Peter 4:11 Topics Discussed • "I Will Build My Church" • The Seed and the Kingdom • The Church During the Ante-Nicean Period • The Organizational Structure of the Church • Jesus Christ and Judaism • Pharisees, Sadducees, and Scribes • The Council of Nicea (325 AD) • Emperor Nero and Christian Persecution • Domitian (89 AD – 96 AD) • John the Revelator's Exile • Marcus Aurelius (161 AD – 180 AD) • The Reformation Period • Paganism (Idolatry) • Polytheism and Monotheism • Early Christian Persecutions • Christians Devoured by Lions and Fried in Oil • The Lord's Supper and Misconceptions About Christians • Paul the Persecutor Turned Apostle • There Is No Prophet in Ghana • Standing Firm in Apostolic Doctrine Resources Mentioned 📚 The Eternal Kingdom – F. W. Mattox 📚 Church History – John D. Cox 📚 Historical Accounts of Polycarp and Early Christianity