Church History for Chumps

The Siege of Acre has been a punishing ordeal for both Muslim and Christian armies. Each time the Crusaders believe they're inching towards victory, Saladin pulls yet another trick out of his seemingly endless hat. 
But today we will see the riveting conclusion of the grandest siege of the Crusade era, and perhaps of all medieval history. 
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Finally, the question that everyone (usually our wives and loved ones) constantly asks us.
"Why bother studying church history?" 
"Isn't it all so boring?"
"Isn't it just a bunch of dead guys?"
So after putting on a brave face and pretending these questions didn't hurt our feelings, Taylor and John have decided to put this discussion to bed once and for all.
Join us as we discuss why we believe that studying church history is beneficial for any believer looking to understand theology, have a better grasp of the Scriptures, or just be more tuned into God's family. 

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Frederick I was no ordinary crusader. 
As a young man, he'd participated in the disastrous Second Crusade. Now in his sixties, Frederick was adamant to not follow in the footsteps of those who attempted to liberate the Holy Land before him. Discipline, organization, and preparation were pivotal to how his massive army would be run. 
And yet the German crusade through Asia Minor would end in sudden and abrupt tragedy on a fateful day in June of 1190.
Join us as we discuss the other side of the Second Crusade, as we gear up to finish the Siege of Acre next week!
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The disgraced King of Jerusalem, Guy of Lusignan, had lost everything. 
His kingdom, his freedom, his integrity. 
When Saladin, Sultan of the Islamic world, agreed to free him from captivity, he was forced to swear no retaliation upon release.
Guy agreed.
But he would not keep that vow. In no time, Guy gathered a small army of willing Crusaders to attempt an impossible mission. 
To retake the Holy Land. 
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The fall of Jerusalem in 1187 sent shockwaves all throughout the Christian world. 
The holy city had been a prize proudly held by the Crusaders since 1099, and now it was held firmly in the grasp of their enemies. 
However, a new storm was brewing in Europe. Widespread propaganda, recruitment campaigns, even a newly instituted "Saladin Tithe" to pay the way to the Levant. 
The Third Crusade was coming. 
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