The Story of Christianity, Vol. 2, Revised and Updated

The Reformation to the Present Day

By: Justo L. González

Narrated by: Michael Kramer

Beginning with the Protestant Reformation of the 16th century, this fully revised and updated second volume of The Story of Christianity continues the marvelous history of the world's largest religion. Award-winning historian Justo González brings to life the people, dramatic events, and theological debates that have shaped Protestantism, Catholicism, and Orthodoxy. From the monk Martin Luther, who dared to stand up to a corrupt pope, to the surprising spread and growing vitality of today's church in Africa, Asia, and South America, The Story of Christianity offers a complete and up-to-date retelling of this amazing history.

With new information on the important contributions of women to church history as well as the latest information on Christianity in developing countries, González's richly textured study discusses the changes and directions of the church up to the 21st century. The Story of Christianity covers such recent occurrences as the fall of the Soviet Union and the return of the Russian Orthodox Church; feminist, African American, and third-world theologies; the scandals and controversies facing the reign of Pope Benedict XVI; interfaith dialogue; and the movement toward unity of all Christian churches. This revised and updated edition of The Story of Christianity concludes with a thoughtful look at the major issues and debates facing Christianity today.

©2017 Justo L. Gonzalez (P)2017 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Broad & Specific

The Story of Christianity (both volume 1 & 2) does an excellent job of showing specific instances of the progression & story of Christ followers as well as pulling back to give a broad view of the overall story. Great overview of the story so far.

A must read for explorers

This volume contains excellent sketches of many denominations and provides historical context for a lot of the things that shaped modern Christianity. At one point I thought I was listening to world history instead of the history of Christianity -- this is a serious work that sometimes goes a little deep but with good reason. A very revealing book, makes me want the hardcopy so I can read sources myself.

Excellent overview.

The writing and the narration were excellent. The two volumes are strongly recommended to all who would be interested.

Excellent text!

Vol 2 was required reading for my Christian History II class and I am so glad it was. I got the audio recording for the last section because I am a slow reader and listening-while-reading keeps me moving along and a decent pace. Well-written book with enjoyable narration on the audio. Two thumbs up!

Good global view. But he does not like America for

some reason... it's not unique to him and he can't find anything good in early colonial times and not much after 1776...