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5 Minutes in Church History with Stephen Nichols

10th Anniversary: Revisiting Augustine

Aug 23, 2023
Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the podcast, the hosts revisit the influential theologian and philosopher, Augustine of Hippo. They reflect on his profound thoughts on God and the ultimate purpose of life. Augustine also shares his personal experience of God's grace and power in his life, including his healing and preservation through illness.
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Quick takeaways

  • Augustine emphasizes the need to seek truth from God and rely on His guidance.
  • The ultimate purpose in life is to attain the eternal kingdom of God, not worldly achievements.

Deep dives

Augustine's Last Words

In Augustine's final words from The Confessions, he acknowledges that only God can teach us the truth and that we must seek it from Him. He emphasizes the importance of seeking God's guidance and receiving what we ask for.

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