In this special episode, we step away from the timeline of church history to explore the buildings where Christians have gathered for centuries. From Roman basilicas to soaring Gothic cathedrals, we unpack how theology, worship, and instruction shaped medieval church architecture. These remarkable structures functioned as “books in stone,” teaching the faith through space, light, sculpture, and stained glass—revealing why medieval Christians built churches the way they did and what those buildings were meant to communicate. Let us know in the comments! For extensive commentary on the entire Bible, in 10+ languages, visit the Enduring Word website: https://enduringword.com/ Download the Enduring Word app today! iPhone: https://apple.co/3X1sryZ Android: https://bit.ly/3ixdC8f Watch the full Church History series playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QIfO0mxbX4I3CQ9O97gcxP_uKMFPgNf Pastor Lance Ralston founded and lead-pastored Calvary Chapel Oxnard, California for nearly 40 years. In addition to serving on the Executive Board for Enduring Word, he is an author, holds a Master's degree in Biblical Studies and Ministry, and leads the Communio Sanctorum podcast, which delivers engaging & scholarly journeys into Church History without the slant of Academia. Discover more at: Communio Sanctorum: https://www.sanctorum.us/ Pastor Lance's channel: @INTOHISIMAGE ⛪️ CC Oxnard: https://calvaryoxnard.org/ Read Enduring Word's new devotional, thinkpiece, and Christian living blog authored by renowned pastors and Bible teachers: https://post.enduringword.com/ #bible #christian #faith #churchhistory #history #christianhistory #christianity #MartinLuther #Reformation #Renaissance #MedievalHistory #Spirituality #NorthernRenaissance #ChurchReform #MedievalCathedrals #GothicArchitecture #RomanesqueArchitecture #ChurchArchitecture #CathedralDesign #StainedGlass #FlyingButtresses #CologneCathedral #MedievalArt #SacredArchitecture #EucharisticTheology #Transubstantiation #ChristianArt #ArchitecturalHistory #EuropeanCathedrals
European Cathedrals: The Witness of Stones | Church History 99
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