https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/podcasts/201081/ Interviews with historians, authors, pastors, professors and more about the people who God has used in our heritage. Religion & Spirituality VCY America http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification https://vps.sermonaudio.com/resize_image/images/series/1440/1440/201081.1739945316.jpg https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/podcasts/201081/ en Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:46:08 +0000 30 Randy Melchert no Randy Melchert randy@vcyamerica.org Interviews with historians, authors, pastors, professors and more about the people who God has used in our heritage. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/31426235183922 A lawyer in Communist Romania - representing the most heinous crime imaginable: Bible smuggling. The Communist dictator sends an assassin to eliminate her. And then? https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/31426235183922 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:34:36 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/31126250222692 Dr. Erwin Lutzer, a Canadian by birth, shares his perspective on the 250th Birthday of America https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/31126250222692 Religion & Spirituality Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:05:49 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/31126311351490 Jeff Stewart was once labeled a "delinquent child." His future seemed destined for failure. Until his high school graduation when he received a note from his grandfather that challenged him to understand the true meaning of a successful life https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/31126311351490 Religion & Spirituality Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Jeff Stewart 0:56:41 no Jeff Stewart - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/215262246980 The Munich Agreement illustrates appeasement's failure: Hitler exploited weakness, promises without character proved empty, and Churchill showed that truth often requires standing alone against the majority. Lessons in courage, integrity, vigilance. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/215262246980 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 14 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:07:35 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/2152623677428 At Munich's Feldherrnhalle, Pastor Lutzer recalls Hitler's oath-bound followers, Bonhoeffer's warning, and the church's compromise, urging us to learn from history and pledge ultimate allegiance to Christ alone. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/2152623677428 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 14 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:03:40 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/21526239151766 Pastor Lutzer stands near Hitler's Eagle's Nest, reflecting on Nazi history. His video series explores why it happened, whether it could recur, and encourages viewers to remember and learn from the past. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/21526239151766 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 14 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:01:06 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/21526241206085 The tour revealed enduring lessons: the church's imperfection, the power of economics and law, the danger of ideology, and above all, the necessity of personal repentance and transformation through Christ. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/21526241206085 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 14 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:07:15 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/213261839258178 In Potsdam, Pastor Lutzer reflects on the 1945 conference where world leaders reshaped Europe, reminding us that leadership decisions carry lasting consequences—affecting millions for good or for evil. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/213261839258178 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:02:56 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/213262328445311 At Wannsee, Nazi leaders planned the Holocaust's logistics, coordinating mass murder across Europe. Pastor Lutzer warns that beauty can mask evil, and conformity over conscience enables atrocities—history's lessons must prevent repetition. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/213262328445311 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:03:10 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/212262257174734 Pastor Lutzer in Berlin honors Stauffenberg and Bonhoeffer, highlighting faith-driven courage, resistance to evil, and sacrifice for justice, showing that true faith sometimes demands moral action over personal safety. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/212262257174734 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:05:14 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/21226231112926 On July 20, 1944, Stauffenberg and others risked everything to oppose Hitler, sacrificing their lives for justice and moral principle, reminding us that some values surpass life itself. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/21226231112926 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:01:30 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/2132621543610 At Berlin University, Pastor Lutzer reflects on Karl Marx's enduring influence, contrasts it with Christ's truth, and introduces his book The Eclipse of God on philosophy's impact and living amid God's eclipse. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/2132621543610 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:03:12 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/2132626547117 Pastor Lutzer reflects in Berlin's book-burning square, warning how censorship and misuse of freedom can destroy liberty. From Nazi Germany to today, he urges Christians to learn from history and guard freedom wisely. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/2132626547117 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:04:57 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/13126221091558 Germany's three Reichs show cycles of empire and nationalism. Bonhoeffer warned against Christian nationalism, reminding believers to prioritize the gospel above pride, politics, or flags, a lesson still vital today. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/13126221091558 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 31 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:06:03 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/131262214543166 A stop on the Underground Railroad, Wheaton College is prominent in church history. Join Professor Greg Quiggle as we delve into Wheaton, Moody, and greater Chicago's Christian Heritage. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/131262214543166 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 31 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 1:00:00 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1302621226541 Randy sits with Jim Koehler and Myron Lloyd to discuss the legacy of Williams Jennings Bryan, who lead the Prohibition Movement and prosecuted the Scopes Trial. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1302621226541 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:57:21 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/13026214912762 The Berlin Wall showed that true freedom is reflected in a society's barriers: walls built to keep people in reveal control, not protection, exposing the gap between claims of democracy and reality. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/13026214912762 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:01:26 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/130262232543110 Ordinary people can commit extraordinary evil when culture or state overrides conscience. History warns us to guard our hearts, remain morally vigilant, and learn from past horrors to prevent repetition. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/130262232543110 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:04:08 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/13026233393702 Randy Melchert and Dr. James Spencer continue the conversation regarding D.L. Moody. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/13026233393702 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:19:18 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/121262214381853 Pastor Lutzer describes Berlin's Cold War division, the Berlin Wall's construction to stop East Germans fleeing, the political manipulation used to justify it, and emphasizes learning from history to prevent communism's dangers today. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/121262214381853 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:05:07 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/121262231472115 Three-time Democrat Nominee for President, William Jennings Bryan, was born in the small town of Salem, Illinois. Myron Lloyd and Jim Koehler from the William Jennings Bryan Boyhood Home discuss his life on Our Christian Heritage. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/121262231472115 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:59:31 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12126226455799 At Berlin's Checkpoint Charlie, crossing into East Germany revealed stark contrasts: freedom versus communist oppression. The experience showed the value of liberty and the heavy restrictions imposed under totalitarian rule. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12126226455799 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:02:25 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12126238447042 The Reichstag fire shows how crises can erode freedoms. Faced with hardship, people may trade liberty for security, enabling dictatorships. Vigilance is essential to protect both moral and civil principles. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12126238447042 Religion & Spirituality Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:03:10 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12126347383787 Berlin's Holocaust Memorial evokes fear and reflection on Jewish suffering, built over Hitler's bunker. It teaches that ordinary people can commit evil when a culture loses its moral compass. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12126347383787 Religion & Spirituality Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:02:27 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12126355301684 On location in Paris, Randy Melchert interviews Pastor Emmanuel Bozzi on the key individuals in the French Reformation https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12126355301684 Religion & Spirituality Tue, 20 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:57:05 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12026422255977 At Berlin's Brandenburg Gate, Pastor Lutzer recalls historic triumphs and division, then points to Jesus' teaching: the broad gate to destruction versus the narrow gate to life, inviting all through the gospel. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12026422255977 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:03:17 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12026427183984 Our Christian Heritage goes to Northfield, Massachusetts to D.L. Moody's home. Dr. James Spencer of the Moody Center tells us who was D.L. Moody. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12026427183984 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:57:43 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1122632258018 From Hitler's Nuremberg podium, Pastor Lutzer recalls Nazi deception, warning such evil can reoccur. He urges moral courage to resist destructive agendas, even at personal cost, praying for strength and faithfulness. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1122632258018 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 11 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:01:08 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/11226323535762 At Nuremberg courthouse, Pastor Lutzer stresses transcendent divine law above human courts, warns of redefining justice, and highlights amazing grace—that even repentant Nazis found forgiveness through Christ's gospel of redemption and hope. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/11226323535762 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 11 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:06:23 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/192654752238 In Part 2 of our conversation, Steve and Matt McCully explain how their father, martyred 70 years ago in Ecuador, has affected their lives. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/192654752238 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 08 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:57:00 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1526451163779 Steve and Matt McCully recount their father, Ed McCully's life story. National oratory champion, student body president at Wheaton, and would-be lawyer, until a change of heart led him to martyrdom as he reached the unreached tribes of Ecuador. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1526451163779 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 04 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:57:00 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/122623833389 Pastor Erwin Lutzer, speaking at Nuremberg Stadium, reflects on Nazi rallies, Christian nationalism, church-state relations, America's role, moral issues, human rights, and urges prioritizing the gospel above politics while preserving freedom. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/122623833389 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:13:45 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1226256243751 What was it like growing up in the Jones family? Where did Bob Jones University come from? Bob Jones III, Chancellor of Bob Jones University shares stories of the founding of the school, and its impact on the world in this episode of Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1226256243751 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 01 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Bob Jones III 0:58:55 no Dr. Bob Jones III - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/128252325778 Dr. David Saxon, professor of Church History at Maranatha Baptist University, tells Randy about the life of William Kiffin, a key Baptist forefather who used his riches for God's glory https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/128252325778 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 26 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Dave Saxon 0:52:19 no Dr. Dave Saxon - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/127252142114039 Dr. David Saxon, professor of Church History at Maranatha Baptist University, tells the story of Andrew Fuller, an English Baptist pastor and missions supporter, to Randy Melchert https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/127252142114039 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 20 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Dave Saxon 0:57:28 no Dr. Dave Saxon - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/127252137467534 Phillip Bliss and his wife were headed from their home in Rome, Pennsylvania, to Chicago to reunite with the evangelist D. L. Moody. On December 29th, 1876, their train, the Pacific Express was crossing a trestle bridge near Ashtabula, Ohio. The bridge collapsed, and the train cars fell into the ravine. In that day, each train car had a stove to heat the vehicle, and with the fall the train cars eventually caught fire. While Bliss initially survived, he went for his wife, and neither survived. This was the greatest loss of life in a train crash to date, and known to history as the Ashtabula River Railroad Disaster. The human remains were moved to Chestnut Grove cemetery and buried in a mass grave. In his baggage was found the words to the hymn, I Will Sing of My Redeemer and His Wondrous Love to Me, set to music after his death. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/127252137467534 Religion & Spirituality Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:05:02 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1210251735387145 At Wartburg Castle, Martin Luther translated the New Testament in 11 weeks, shaping German language and faith. His work, born in struggle and conviction, powerfully advanced Scripture's accessibility and influence worldwide. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1210251735387145 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:02:41 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1210252258507033 Randy Melchert interviews Dr. David Saxon from Maranatha Baptist University on the life of John Knox, the Scottish Reformer who stood up to Mary Queen of Scots https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1210252258507033 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Dave Saxon 0:52:51 no Dr. Dave Saxon - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/128252314194143 What messages did Bradford have inscribed into his headstone? https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/128252314194143 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Tim Schmig 0:02:37 no Tim Schmig - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12825237354285 In Wittenberg, Luther burned Pope Leo's papal bull at the Elster Gate, defying the papacy, defending Scripture over tradition, inspiring students, and igniting the Reformation, ultimately splitting the church. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12825237354285 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:07:30 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1292521862130 Melanchthon, Luther's assistant, systematized Reformation theology, authored the Augsburg Confession, clarified doctrine, balanced courage with diplomacy, and showed that even great leaders need wise, faithful partners to succeed. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1292521862130 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:02:50 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12925227146949 Randy Melchert interviews Dr. David Saxon of Maranatha Baptist University on the life of William Wilberforce, the British politician who ended the slave trade https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/12925227146949 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Dave Saxon 0:56:54 no Dr. Dave Saxon - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1222519942453 Dr. David Saxon, professor of Church History at Maranatha Baptist University, tells the story of Obadiah Holmes, a colonial American Baptist, who was whipped for the crime of preaching without a license. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1222519942453 Religion & Spirituality Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Dave Saxon 0:48:21 no Dr. Dave Saxon - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/113025157195351 Randy Melchert interviews Dr. Terry White of the the Winona History Center at Grace College on Billy Sunday, baseball player turned evangelist https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/113025157195351 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 29 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:59:28 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/112725181443225 In Wittenberg, Pastor Lutzer highlights the Judensau sculpture, reflecting historic Christian anti-Jewish hatred, Luther's harsh writings, and modern church efforts seeking forgiveness, reconciliation, and unity with the Jewish community. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/112725181443225 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:04:19 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1127251820387886 Our Christian Heritage goes "On Location" with Randy Melchert to Whitewater, WI to see the grave of James Delaney, an Irishman who was converted in Burma, influenced by Adoniram Judson, and became a churchplanter in Wisconsin territory! https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1127251820387886 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:10:01 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/112725182336879 In 19th-century England, James and Amelia Taylor famously prayed, 'Dear God, if you should give us a son, grant that he may work for you in China.' Their son, James Hudson Taylor, would go on to become the most influential missionary of the modern missionary movement. Author Vance Christie tells Hudson Taylor's story to Randy Melchert. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/112725182336879 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Vance Christie 0:46:55 no Vance Christie - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/112825358211358 Pastor Lutzer highlights a Wittenberg church painting by Cranach, illustrating the Reformation: Catholics neglect the vineyard, while Luther and Reformers remove weeds, nurturing the gospel of Christ for believers. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/112825358211358 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:03:06 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/11282541576874 Come with Randy Melchert to Franklin, Kentucky, as we learn about the man who wrote beloved hymns like "O To Be Like Thee," "Living for Jesus," and "Great is Thy Faithfulness" https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/11282541576874 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:05:32 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/112725342536259 In 19th-century England, James and Amelia Taylor famously prayed, 'Dear God, if you should give us a son, grant that he may work for you in China.' Their son, James Hudson Taylor, would go on to become the most influential missionary of the modern missionary movement. Author Vance Christie tells Hudson Taylor's story to Randy Melchert. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/112725342536259 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Vance Christie 0:44:49 no Vance Christie - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/112125035576269 Our Christian Heritage goes "On Location" with Tim Schmig in Plymouth, MA. Learn how a skeptic became a missionary! https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/112125035576269 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Tim Schmig 0:05:39 no Tim Schmig - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/111725237166019 Pastor Lutzer, in Wittenberg, describes Martin Luther's life, teachings, and theology. He emphasizes Luther's wit, focus on Scripture, understanding of the devil, commitment during the plague, and message of grace and faith. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/111725237166019 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:04:46 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/111525187396108 Dr. David Saxon, professor of Church History at Maranatha Baptist University, tells the story of the Lone Star Revival to Randy Melchert. In 1853, a mission in India was marked by a very small congregation, marked on a map with just a lone star. Should it be disbanded? https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/111525187396108 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 15 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Dave Saxon 0:48:52 no Dr. Dave Saxon - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/111325234247978 Our Christian Heritage goes "On Location" with Randy Melchert in Detroit, MI to learn the Hymn History of Stand Up, Stand Up For Jesus at the gravesite of Rev. George Duffield. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/111325234247978 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:02:14 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1028251650442459 At Wartburg Castle, Martin Luther, hidden after refusing to recant at the Diet of Worms, battled doubt and depression yet translated the New Testament into German, shaping history and faith profoundly. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/1028251650442459 Religion & Spirituality Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:02:03 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/10262521554885 Ralph Sutera is an evangelist who saw revival in Saskatchewan, Canada https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/10262521554885 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 25 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Ralph Sutera 0:59:53 no Ralph Sutera - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/10192521442058 Our Christian Heritage goes "On Location" with Randy Melchert in West Bend, WI. Learn the Wisconsin connection, and the story behind the favorite hymn, Wonderful Peace. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/10192521442058 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 18 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:05:17 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/101625433296090 Martin and Katie Luther married in 1525, building a loving, faithful partnership. Katie managed home and finances, cared for children, and endured hardships, exemplifying devotion, humor, and mutual respect in life and faith. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/101625433296090 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 15 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:15:17 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/10925354271002 Ralph Sutera is an evangelist who saw revival in Saskatchewan, Canada Revival is not a periodic event or emotional spectacle, but a profound spiritual reawakening rooted in genuine repentance, personal surrender, and a transformed worldview that places God at the center of life. It arises when believers humble themselves, seek God's face, turn from sin, and allow Him to restore what has been lost—joy, divine consciousness, and a sense of royal identity as children of God. The sermon emphasizes that true revival is marked by a shift from self-centered religious performance to a life of worship, intimacy with God, and holy living, where the Holy Spirit fills those who have died to self. It is illustrated through personal testimonies of transformation, including restored marriages, renewed pastors, and aging saints who surrendered their wills to God, demonstrating that revival is not about programs or schedules, but about God taking control of hearts and lives. Ultimately, revival is a divine call to authenticity, where individuals are revived not merely for personal benefit, but to become living witnesses of God's glory, capable of impacting nations and generations. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/10925354271002 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Ralph Sutera 0:59:36 no Ralph Sutera - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/106251848556008 The Old Rugged Cross is one of the most beloved - and most claimed hymns! Our Christian Heritage has been to the Old Rugged Cross church on Pokagon, MI where it was first performed in its entirety and we've interviewed the couple that restored the church. We've also been to Sturgeon Bay, WI where the Friends Church is that it was first partially performed. But on this stop we're at the site where it was written - in an apartment of a professor of Albion College that became a fraternity house before it was demolished in the 60s. This marker was recently restored after the previous was destroyed in a car crash in 2020. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/106251848556008 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 06 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:02:25 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/930252132586923 At St. Thomas Church, Leipzig, Luther debated authority versus Scripture, embraced Hus's teachings, while Bach's grave and pastor memorials remind us of faith, legacy, and life's fleeting nature. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/930252132586923 Religion & Spirituality Tue, 30 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:03:45 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/92825127256370 Our Christian Heritage goes "On Location" with Randy Melchert to the Tennessee State Capitol in Nashville, TN. Today most people don't know the man considered the most powerful president of the first half of the nineteenth century, or the religious questions he faced during his life. Join us in Nashville as we examine President James K. Polk's life. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/92825127256370 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 27 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:07:13 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/9242531584019 Harold Vaughan guest hosts this episode as he interviews two mentors of his: Ralph and Lou Sutera of the Canadian Revival Fellowship. The Sutera brothers are evangelists who saw revival in Saskatchewan, Canada. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/9242531584019 Religion & Spirituality Tue, 23 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Harold Vaughan 0:40:29 no Harold Vaughan - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/91925184764858 In Wittenberg, Luther challenged indulgence abuses with the 95 Theses, emphasizing heartfelt repentance over purchased forgiveness, sparking the Reformation, advancing religious freedom, and showing small actions can have global impact. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/91925184764858 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:09:43 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/91825343484982 Our Christian Heritage goes "On Location" with Randy Melchert to Dayton, Tennessee to visit the historic Scopes Trial Courtroom. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/91825343484982 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:10:23 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/91525333416035 Harold Vaughan guest hosts this episode as he interviews two mentors of his: Ralph and Lou Sutera of the Canadian Revival Fellowship. The Sutera brothers are evangelists who saw revival in Saskatchewan, Canada. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/91525333416035 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 14 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Harold Vaughan 0:59:22 no Harold Vaughan - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/912252316527687 Pastor Lutzer reflects in Luther's monastery cell, describing the monks' harsh lives, Luther's despair, and his discovery of justification by faith—that salvation comes not by works, but through Christ's righteousness alone. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/912252316527687 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 12 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:02:27 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/91125345491029 Our Christian Heritage goes "On Location" with the Hymn History of The Old Rugged Cross. Written over a hundred years ago, and performed in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin. Friends Community Church has an outdoor memorial commemorating the first public performance of the hymn, and we take you there! https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/91125345491029 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:04:51 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/9925238361955 Emilee Nelson speaks about her grandfather, Ed Nelson, an evangelist and church planter in Colorado, and the subject of the book A Sinner Saved By Grace https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/9925238361955 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 08 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:47:17 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/93251543343443 Martin Luther's first mass revealed his deep reverence and fear before God's holiness, yet he later learned salvation comes not through the mass, but through faith in Christ's blood alone. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/93251543343443 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 03 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:02:28 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/92251835488144 Our Christian Heritage goes "On Location" with the Hymn History of Fanny Crosby who penned "Safe In The Arms Of Jesus" and I Shall Know Him". See the Bridgeport Library, her church, home, and grave. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/92251835488144 Religion & Spirituality Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:05:24 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/83125439146612 Pastor Ken Spilger was invited by some other pastors to fly with them to a Pastor's Conference. He was the sole survivor when it crashed just short of the runway. He tells of his near death experience of surviving a plane crash and what this did for his walk with the Lord https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/83125439146612 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 30 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Ken Spilger 0:57:56 no Ken Spilger - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/82925151302675 In Erfurt's monastery, Luther sought salvation through strict vows and monastic rigor but found no peace—ultimately discovering only Christ's righteousness saves, echoing Hus' legacy and igniting a world-changing Reformation. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/82925151302675 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 29 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:03:47 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/82825337257723 Our Christian Heritage goes "On Location" with Randy Melchert to a Princeton, NJ cemetery to find the grave of America's Founding Pastors: Jonathan Edwards, Samuel Davies, and John Witherspoon. Explore the intertwined histories of Princeton University and the prominent religious figures who shaped its early development. It highlights the legacies of Jonathan Edwards, Samuel Davies, and John Witherspoon, demonstrating how these influential ministers – pivotal figures in the Great Awakening and champions of religious freedom – also served as presidents of the institution and profoundly impacted the intellectual and spiritual landscape of America. The narrative underscores the original purpose of Princeton as a training ground for ministers dedicated to spreading the Gospel, and connects these academic leaders to the broader narrative of American patriotism and the founding of the nation. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/82825337257723 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 27 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:04:49 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/82625249516252 Jeremy Beller's father, the late James Beller, is the author of America in Crimson Red, a study in early American Baptist History The interview explores the enduring legacy of Baptist Christians who, throughout history, prioritized faith over personal safety and comfort, exemplified by figures like Patrick of Ireland and Shubal Starnes. It emphasizes that persecution and sacrifice are inherent aspects of a life devoted to Christ, and that these individuals, rather than seeking recognition, lived out their faith, leaving behind a powerful testimony of resilience and commitment. The narrative underscores the importance of defending biblical doctrine, championing the right model for the church, and upholding principles of religious liberty, ultimately revealing that Baptist history is a story of unwavering devotion to Christ and a courageous defense of faith in the face of adversity. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/82625249516252 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 25 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:53:38 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/82425133650267 Pastor Erwin Lutzer takes us to the Johann Sebastian Bach Statue in Leipzig, Germany. "Two hundred years after the Reformation, Johann Sebastian Bach was at this church. All of us not only know him by name, but we've enjoyed his music. I think, for example, of "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring." You have to understand that because of the Reformation, there was this belief that music can be sacred and can be God-honoring. Bach actually believed that when he wrote music, he was, in a sense, mirroring the Trinity, because the Trinity was unified. It was in harmony." https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/82425133650267 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 24 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Erwin Lutzer 0:03:32 no Dr. Erwin Lutzer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/82325357321381 Controversial author, drug addict, broken marriages, and a Presidential Medal of Honor recipient. Yet at the end of his life - he found Jesus! The highlight reflects on the life and late-life spiritual transformation of a prominent media figure, highlighting the profound realization that eternal significance outweighs worldly achievements. Drawing from the figure's own testimony, it emphasizes the importance of embracing each day with gratitude and trusting in God's timing, particularly in the face of mortality. The message underscores the universal truth that all individuals confront the certainty of death and the crucial decision regarding their eternal destiny, ultimately finding solace and strength through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. It serves as a poignant reminder to prioritize faith and focus on what truly matters in the grand scheme of life. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/82325357321381 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 22 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:03:29 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/82125231303926 Our Christian Heritage goes "On Location" with Tim Schmig in Boston, MA. What happened at Holton's Shoe Store? How did a Sunday School teacher change the life of D.L. Moody? Tim Schmig explains! https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/82125231303926 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 20 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Tim Schmig 0:03:53 no Tim Schmig - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/82125338457799 Travel the museums of the world from America to London to Paris to Berlin to Israel as we search for evidence for the Bible in secular museums! Highlights include the British Museum, the Louvre, the University of Chicago, and even the Cleveland Public Library! https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/82125338457799 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 20 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:59:58 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/817252154113934 Vickie Beller speaks on the story of her late husband's book America in Crimson Red. The program explores the life of James Beller, a Christian historian whose work, *America in Crimson Red*, highlights lesser-known figures who sacrificed for religious freedom. Through his personal story, the narrative traces a journey of faith sparked by a recurring pamphlet, leading to a lifelong pursuit of understanding Baptist history and a commitment to sharing it with others. The program emphasizes the importance of preserving Christian heritage, recognizing the sacrifices made to secure religious liberty, and the enduring power of faith in the face of adversity, culminating in a celebration of the legacy of those who championed freedom of conscience. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/817252154113934 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 17 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:30:45 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/852542371399 A sculpture in the middle of the park - inscribed with a Scripture reference. Designed by Alexander Phimister Proctor, and dedicated in 1927, this bronze sculpture sits near the Santa Fe Trail, inscribed with Ruth 1:16, to commemorate their "unfaltering trust in God." This video reflects on a monument in Kansas City dedicated to the "Pioneer Mother," emphasizing the enduring significance of faith and unwavering trust in God. Drawing from the biblical narrative of Ruth, it highlights the commitment to follow and share in God's blessings, even amidst hardship and the unknown. The reflection connects this historical commemoration, dating back to 1927, to the broader Christian heritage of the nation, suggesting a quiet but persistent influence on the shaping of the American landscape. It presents a thoughtful consideration of faith as a foundational element in the pioneering spirit and the establishment of a homeland. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/852542371399 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 04 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:02:25 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/73125639401226 The talk by Dr. Clayton Shumpert explores the profound responsibility Christians have to share the gospel, framing the withholding of this message as a form of "murder by neglect" akin to withholding life-saving water. Drawing parallels to historical tragedies and contrasting the generosity of the Sea of Galilee with the barrenness of the Dead Sea, the message emphasizes the importance of a mission-minded church, highlighting its potential to build faith, fellowship, and financial stability while ultimately securing a future reward and witnessing the fruit of labor as converts express gratitude for the life-giving message received. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/73125639401226 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Clayton Shumpert 0:21:57 no Dr. Clayton Shumpert - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/72525510536301 An old hotel, a small town, and the birthplace of the Gideons in Boscobel, Wisconsin The narrative recounts the serendipitous encounter of two businessmen who, through a shared practice of nightly Bible reading, initiate a global ministry dedicated to distributing God's Word. Drawing from a historical anecdote originating in Boscobel, Wisconsin, the story highlights the power of simple acts of faith and fellowship to spark movements of significant impact. It emphasizes the widespread availability of Scripture through the Gideons' ministry, demonstrating a commitment to providing access to the Bible in hotels and communities worldwide. The account serves as an encouragement to recognize the potential for faith-inspired initiatives to flourish from humble beginnings and bear fruit on a grand scale. Ultimately, the story underscores the enduring importance of Scripture and its accessibility to all. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/72525510536301 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 28 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:02:36 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/7242552423196 Randy Melchert speaks with Pastor Bob Hassel about an outbreak of revival at his church in Champaign, Illinois. The interview explores the challenges of ministry in a post-Christian nation and the pursuit of revival, drawing from personal experiences and historical examples. It emphasizes the importance of prayer, transparency, and humility as foundational elements for encountering God, recounting a transformative revival experience in the church and the subsequent ministry assisting others. The speaker underscores that true revival isn't about grand events but a return to a normal, intimate relationship with God, marked by honest confession, a willingness to be vulnerable, and a recognition that God's plan surpasses human understanding, ultimately leading to a deeper joy and a desire to share His love. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/7242552423196 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 25 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:59:21 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/7725253357550 This conversation explores the rich history behind beloved hymns, emphasizing how personal struggles and divine intervention shaped their creation. Through stories like Frederick Lehman's "The Love of God," inspired by a produce-packing experience and a Jewish rabbi's poem, and George Young's "God Leads Us Along" born from the loss of his home, the speaker illustrates how faith and perseverance can transform adversity into enduring expressions of worship. Ultimately, the message underscores the importance of understanding the narratives behind these hymns, recognizing them not just as songs, but as powerful testimonies of God's grace and faithfulness throughout history, encouraging listeners to appreciate the depth and meaning embedded within these cherished musical traditions. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/7725253357550 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 18 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:27:15 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/7725234168077 The discussion explores the rich history of gospel hymn writers from central Pennsylvania, highlighting the region's significant contribution to American Christian music. It examines the lives and works of notable figures like Benjamin Hanby, William Kirkpatrick, Elisha Hoffman, P.P. Bliss, and Robert Lowry, detailing their compositions and the stories behind them. The conversation emphasizes the evolution of hymn writing, including changes in language and sensitivity to issues of gender, race, and disability, and underscores the enduring legacy of these songs as sources of inspiration and spiritual guidance, particularly within the United Methodist tradition and beyond. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/7725234168077 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 11 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:49:55 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/7125197551763 John DeWaard & Arthur Perkins fought against modernism in the Presbyterian Church. Brian DeJong is a pastor and archivist of the Midwest Presbytery of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church. The transcript recounts the stories of two Wisconsin pastors, John DeWard and Arthur Perkins, who courageously stood against theological liberalism within the Presbyterian Church USA. DeWard, facing criticism for questioning educational materials and foreign missions, was ultimately disciplined and helped found the Orthodox Presbyterian Church, while Perkins, a former farmer and evangelist, was similarly ousted for his unwavering commitment to biblical truth and local ministry. Both men demonstrated remarkable faith and resilience in the face of adversity, leaving a lasting legacy of theological integrity and a call to stand firm in the face of cultural shifts, ultimately shaping the formation of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church and inspiring continued faithfulness to scripture. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/7125197551763 Religion & Spirituality Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Brian De Jong 0:44:22 no Brian De Jong - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/61625142574502 J.C. Ryle, Anglican Bishop of Liverpool and prolific author, is featured by Brian De Jong, archivist for the Midwest Presbytery of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/61625142574502 Religion & Spirituality Fri, 20 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Brian De Jong 0:51:26 no Brian De Jong - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/61425428337948 Rev Brian De Jong of Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Church speaks on the life of J Gresham Machen, founder of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/61425428337948 Religion & Spirituality Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Brian De Jong 0:52:19 no Brian De Jong - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/67251349273666 Professor David Saxon of Maranatha Baptist University, in Watertown, Wisconsin speaks on the life of George Whitefield, British Evangelist who ministered in colonial America. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/67251349273666 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 07 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Dave Saxon 0:55:20 no Dr. Dave Saxon - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/62252122594566 Dr. David Saxon, professor of Church History at Maranatha Baptist University in Watertown, Wisconsin, introduces us to the Prince of Preachers, Charles Spurgeon of London, England https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/62252122594566 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 02 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Dave Saxon 0:55:39 no Dr. Dave Saxon - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/523254189511 Roger Williams, an English Baptist, and the founder of Rhode Island. Who was he? Learn with Dr. David Saxon https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/523254189511 Religion & Spirituality Tue, 27 May 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Dr. Dave Saxon 0:57:26 no Dr. Dave Saxon - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/52125192846900 In this episode, Bob and Mary Shaffer, of the Old Rugged Cross Church and Museum, invite us into the restored, 1913 church building where the beloved hymn was first sung. They talk about how they took a collapsing barn and turned it back into a church, some of the other sites that claim "The Old Rugged Cross," George Bennard, and more! https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/52125192846900 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 21 May 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:53:20 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/510251948338167 Ed Petrus, of the Lawrence County Historical Society, of New Castle, Pennsylvania, tells the story of the hometown hero hymnwriter Ira Sankey, and the inspiration for his song, "The Ninety and Nine." In addition Petrus plays the song on one of Sankey's organs! The interview recounts the life of Ira Sankey, a local figure from Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, who rose to international fame as a song leader and musician alongside Dwight Moody. Initially dismissed by his father, Sankey's passion for music and ministry led him to travel extensively, ultimately revolutionizing religious gatherings with his innovative use of music and his ability to connect with audiences. The narrative highlights Sankey's humble beginnings, his involvement in local institutions like the YMCA, and his enduring legacy, particularly his creation and popularization of hymns like "Ninety and Nine," demonstrating a commitment to spreading faith and inspiring devotion through accessible and emotionally resonant music. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/510251948338167 Religion & Spirituality Sat, 10 May 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Various Speakers 0:37:54 no Various Speakers - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/4232524642726 In the same town as the Pro Football Hall of Fame, lies another "Hall of Fame" - the Christian Hall of Fame. Started by Pastor Harold Henninger, the Canton Baptist Temple hosts a collection of portraits to men and women who followed the Lord. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/4232524642726 Religion & Spirituality Tue, 22 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 Mike Frazier 0:57:29 no Mike Frazier - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/4825347164539 Bill Federer joins Our Christian Heritage to discuss the life and impact of men like D.L. Moody & Booker T. Washington! https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/4825347164539 Religion & Spirituality Mon, 07 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 William J. Federer 0:29:42 no William J. Federer - Our Christian Heritage https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/219251647268 Historian Bill Federer talks about God's work in American history. https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/vcyamerica/sermons/219251647268 Religion & Spirituality Wed, 19 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000 William J. Federer 0:31:07 no William J. Federer - Our Christian Heritage