What REALLY Happened During the Inquisitions? with Bill Federer

What’s the real history behind the Inquisitions, what do they reveal about the Christian faith, and could history be repeating itself? A few weeks ago, we unpacked the truth about the history of the Crusades and how (despite some behavior not condoned by Christ) they were military responses to Muslim aggression and saved Europe from being conquered by Muslim invaders. Most Christians at the time didn’t know what the Bible taught.

This week, the great Bill Federer returns to shed light on the rise of the first inquisitions, their lasting impact on both the Church and American history, and how these events connect to the biblical narrative. Join Frank and Bill as they tackle questions like:

What are some of the key events surrounding the Spanish, Islamic, and Portuguese Inquisitions?

What does Islam teach about those who leave the faith?

What is the “Divine Right of Kings” and why is it so dangerous?

Why was translating the Bible into English considered a serious crime?

How did Christian disengagement from politics open the door to more persecution?

Is religion really the root cause of most wars—and which worldview has the most violent history?

Who did Thomas Jefferson give credit to as the inspiration for his views on freedom of religion?

What is Jesus’ new way forward now that the Old Covenant law is obsolete?

Who in our culture wants to do an inquisition against Christians?

In this thought-provoking episode, Frank and Bill explore how political powers throughout history have exploited religion to gain control—often with tragic consequences. From assassinations to coerced conversions, you’ll get a gripping look at the real story behind the inquisitions—while also debunking myths and setting the record straight by looking at the facts! Want to dig deeper? Visit AmericanMinute.com to check out some of Bill’s books mentioned in the resource list below!

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Resources mentioned during the episode:

Bill’s website: AmericanMinute.com

PODCAST: What REALLY Happened During the Crusades?

BOOK: Backfired: A Nation Founded for Religious Tolerance No Longer Tolerates the Religion of Its Founders

BOOK: Three Secular Reasons Why America Should Be Under God

BOOK: Endangered Speeches: How the ACLU, IRS & LBJ Threaten Extinction of Free Speech

BOOK: Bullies and Saints

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