Domitian

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The Church History Project

Jared Luttjeboer

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Guided by Dr. Nick Needham's book series, "2000 Years of Christ's Power," join Jared Luttjeboer on an epic journey through time. Accompanied by sweeping cinematic music, narrative storytelling, and practical application, explore the historical wonders of the Christian faith and discover how Christ has been faithful to His Church for millennia. TCHP is a labor of love from a full-time working dad who squeezes this podcast into the small spaces of life. If it’s meaningful to you, consider helping it stay sustainable by "buying a coffee" or two: buymeacoffee.com/thechurchhistoryproject

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Domitian

The Church History Project

41 minutes 32 seconds

11 months ago

Domitian

In this season finale, explore the turbulent reign of Emperor Domitian, his ruthless ambition, and the oppressive persecution he unleashed upon early Christians. This episode looks into the history, paranoia, and imperial cult surrounding Domitian and highlights how faithful believers, including the Apostle John, stood firm against his tyranny. ,

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Episode Overview

Introduction to Domitian: Background on his rise to power and contrasts with his father, Vespasian, and brother, Titus.
Domitian’s Reign: His centralization of power, paranoia, and the establishment of emperor worship as a divine ruler.
Persecution of Christians: Key incidents, including the exile of John to Patmos and the defiance of Flavia Domitilla.
Revelation’s Imagery: How Domitian’s reign played a role in the apocalyptic visions in the Book of Revelation.
Domitian’s Death and Legacy: His assassination and the Christian hope that flourished in the aftermath of his reign.

Discussion Questions for Small Groups

Faith vs. Authority: How do Domitian’s demands for worship as “Lord and God” challenge our understanding of allegiance to Christ over worldly powers?
Modern Parallels: In what ways does today’s culture tempt us to compromise our faith? How can we stand firm as early Christians did?
Spiritual Resilience: The Apostle John remained faithful during exile. How can his example inspire us to maintain hope and faith during personal trials?
Allegiance to Christ: How can we practically declare, “Jesus is Lord,” in a society that often demands our loyalty to other “idols” like success, comfort, or approval?