Join Dave Stotts on an adventure through world history as he tells the stories of the people, places, and events that shaped the ancient world

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We open in Jerusalem and discuss the impact of Jesus over the last 2,000 years. Explore the set-up for the arrival of Jesus in the context of Jewish and Roman history.

The Historical Landscape

The Annunciation, where Gabriel delivered very special news to a virgin girl named Mary; concepts of angels, miracles, and the importance of the virgin birth; Roman census and the trip by Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem; the importance of Bethlehem.

The Announcements

The Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem; the birthplace of Jesus and the accounts of shepherds in the fields nearby; the journey of the wise men from the East and the Star of Bethlehem; the date for Jesus' birth.

Jesus is Born

The story of Jesus from the locations recorded in Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.

Jesus Grows Up

The world of Jesus' youth after the death of Herod the Great; Roman occupation and its impact on the Jewish people; John the Baptizer and his ministry of repentance in the wilderness; the baptism of Jesus at the Jordan River.

Jesus Starts His Ministry

Dave Stotts tells the story of Jesus from the locations recorded in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.

Jesus Returns to Galilee

Following Jesus to Jerusalem, where he occasionally traveled during special Jewish festivals; he gets angry at the treatment of the temple in Jerusalem and confronts the religious elites; he meets a Pharisee named Nicodemus.

Jesus Begins His Miracles

Archaeological sites in Israel built by Herod, including the massive Herodium about seven miles south of Jerusalem; the escape of Joseph, Mary and Jesus to Egypt until Herod's death.

Jesus Teaches with Authority

The hillsides of Galilee where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount; salted fish at Magdala; Roman roads at Hippos.

The Sermon on the Mount

Jesus chose twelve apostles from his group of followers. Spend time on the Sea of Galilee and see Jesus calm the waves as he traveled the ancient harbors.

Jesus Travels the Sea of Galilee

Travel to Caesarea Philippi where Jesus started to wrap-up his public ministry. Also, witness a mountaintop miracle known as the Transfiguration.

Jesus Travels North

On his way to Jerusalem, Jesus spent time with children and confronted a rich young ruler. Visit Bethany and experience the raising of Lazarus from the dead.

The Extraordinary Life of Jesus of Nazareth

Jesus visited Jericho on his final approach to Jerusalem. Experience the accounts of Bartimaeus, the blind beggar, and Zacchaeus, the tax collector.

Jesus Arrives in Jeruselam

Experience the Last Supper between Jesus and his closest followers.

The Last Supper

See the the events that lea up to the trial of Jesus. He prayed in the Garden of Gethsemane, He was betrayed by Judas and arrested by the Jewish authorities.

The Trial of Jesus

Experience the horrible torture of Jesus and his agonizing execution just outside the walls of Jerusalem and examine the nature of crucifixion and the importance of Jesus' death.

The Crucifixion of Jesus

Share in the excitement of an empty tomb three days after Jesus' death, visiting Jerusalem to investigate the accounts of the Resurrection. Explore the Jewish and Roman responses to such a miraculous event.

The Resurection of Jesus

Dave travels to over 50 sites in Israel to deliver the gospels in a fresh way, show the evidence for the truth of scripture, and encourage families to get excited about reading the Bible again.

Who is Jesus?

On Petecost, the Apostles experienced something truly special, when the Holy Spirit empowered them to start sharing the Gospel. After Peter's first sermon, the church was launched in dramatic fashion when 3,000 Jews became followers of Jesus.

The Gospel Shared at Pentecost

Discover the growth of the early church and Christianity and a courageous deacon named Stephen, who became the first martyr for his faith in Jesus Christ.

The Church Grows in Jerusalem

Dave travels to a number of sites in Samaria and Judea to share accounts of the Gospel spreading outside Jerusalem.

The Gospel Spreads to the Gentiles

Visit Paul's hometown of Tarsus in present-day Turkey and experience his supernatural encounter with Jesus, which sparked his transformation to Paul the Apostle.

Saul of Tarsus and the Road to Damascus

Dave Stotts jets from Antioch to the incredible island of Cyprus, the first stop for Paul and his team.

Paul's First Missionary Journey: The Island of Cyprus

Dave Stotts continues traveling the route of Paul's first missionary journey, sailing north from Cyprus to the coast of Asia Minor.

The First Journey Continues: Pamphylia, Galatia and Asia Minor

After a special meeting of church leaders in Jerusalem let by James, Paul and Silas were off ona second missionary journey.

The Jerusalem Council and the Start of Paul's Second Missionary Journey

Paul and his team continued their missionary journey throuch Macedonia in present day Greece. After landing at Meapolis, they traveled from Philippi to Thessalonica. Despite persecution, the church continued to grow.

The Second Journey Continues: Philippi and Thessalonica

Paul was chased out of Berea and sailed south to the epic city of Athens. Dave drives the 300 mile route, visiting historical sites such as Mount Olympus and Thermopylae along the way.

Road Trip to Athens

Dave Stotts gives a summary of Paul's second missionary journey to Ancient Corinth.

Ancient Corinth

Using the Book of Acts as his roadmap, Dave travels the Mediterranean region to share the events that launched the Christian faith.

Paul's Third Missionary Journey

Paul Returns to Jerusalem

Journey at Sea

Final Journey to Rome

Nero and the Burning of Rome

Journey to Patmos

The Seven Churches of Revelation

Lesson at Laodicea

Join the 20-part history series chronicling the dramatic spread of Christianity from its origins in Israel to 20 different regions of the world.

How Christianity Changed Israel

Dave Stotts journeys to Istanbul, Turkey to continue his exploration of how the Gospel of Jesus Christ spread from Jerusalem to the Eastern Mediterranean region.

How Christianity Changed the Eastern Mediterranean

Dave Stotts travels to Rome, Italy to continue his journey through the history of the Christian Church in Southern Europe.

How Christianity Changed Southern Europe

Dave Stotts treks to the grand city of Kiev, the capital of Ukraine, to continue his exploration of Christian history throughout Eastern Europe and Russia.

How Christianity Changed Eastern Europe and Russia

Dave Stotts travels to Peru to start a journey through the history of the Christian church in Central and South America.

How Christianity Changed Central and South America

Dave Stotts jets to the stunning island of Singapore on the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula to continue his journey through the Christian history of Southeast Asia.

How Christianity Changed Southeast Asia

Dave continues his exploration of Christian history throughout the islands of the world by visiting Hispaniola and the Dominican Republic.

How Christianity Changed The Islands

Dave Stotts journeys to Pikes Peak, Plymouth, Boston, and Canada as he adventures into the Christian history of North America.

How Christianity Changed North America

Dave Stotts treks throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland, as he recounts the Christian history of the region.

How Christianity Changed the United Kingdom and Ireland

Dave Stotts journeys to Hong Kong to explore Christian history in China, Taiwan, and the surrounding region.

How Christianity Changed China

Dave Stotts tells the story of Christianity's journey to India, Sri Lanka and Nepal.

How Christianity Changed India

Dave Stotts treks to the Islands of Japan to explore the Christian history of Northeast Asia.

How Christianity Changed Northeast Asia

Dave Stotts explores Australia, uncovering the Christian history of the region.

How Christianity Changed Australia And New Zealand

Dave Stotts explores the Philippines as he surveys the Christian history of the region.

How Christianity Changed the Philippines

Dave Stotts treks to Egypt to uncover the roots of Christianity in North Africa.

How Christianity Changed North Africa

Dave Stotts journeys to France and Germany on his trek to discover the history of Christianity in Northern Europe.

How Christianity Changed Northern Europe

Dave Stotts jets to Brazil to share about the history and current state of Christianity in the area.

How Christianity Changed Brazil

Drive Thru History - Ends of the Earth is a 20-part history series chronicling the dramatic spread of Christianity from its origins in Israel to 20 different regions of the world.

How Christianity Changed Central Asia

Host Dave Stotts travels the globe to tell the 2,000-year story of how the Gospel of Jesus Christ reached the ends of the earth.

Drive Thru History

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