Through the Church Fathers

Join Through the Church Fathers , a year-long journey into the writings of the early Church Fathers, thoughtfully curated by C. Michael Patton. Each episode features daily readings from key figures like Clement, Augustine, and Aquinas, accompanied by insightful commentary to help you engage with the foundational truths of the Christian faith. Join Our Community: Read along and engage with others on this journey through the Church Fathers. Visit our website . Support the Podcast: Help sustain this work and gain access to exclusive content by supporting C. Michael Patton on Patreon at patreon.com/cmichaelpatton . Dive Deeper into Theology: Explore high-quality courses taught by the world’s greatest scholars at Credo Courses. Visit credocourses.com . Let’s journey through the wisdom of the Church Fathers together—daily inspiration to deepen your faith and understanding of the Christian tradition.

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  Episode #232

  Through the Church Fathers: August 24

  Aug 24, 202614 minS2

  Podcast Description Today we confront one of the most persistent dangers in Christian history: the temptation to reshape God into something more comfortable for human understanding. Hippolytus vigorously refutes the modalist heresy of Noetus, who collapsed the Father and the Son into one person, while Augustine wrestles honestly with how sacred music can both elevate the soul toward God and subtly seduce the senses. Thomas Aquinas then brings clarity, showing the rightful reverence due to God’s name in prayer and praise, and exposing superstition as a corruption of true religion. Together these readings call us to worship God as He has revealed Himself — neither collapsing His persons nor inventing our own rituals. Today’s Readings: Hippolytus of Rome — Against the Heresy of One Noetus, Sections 5–9 Augustine — The Confessions, Book 10, Chapter 33 (Section 49) Thomas Aquinas — Summa Theologica, Part 2 of Part 2, Questions 91–92 (Combined) Explore the Project: Through the Church Fathers – https://www.throughthechurchfathers.com Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/cmichaelpatton Credo Courses – https://www.credocourses.com Credo Ministries – https://www.credoministries.org #ThroughTheChurchFathers #Hippolytus #Augustine #Aquinas #ChristianWorship #Trinity #Superstition

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  Through the Church Fathers

  Introduction to Hippolytus, Against Noetus

  Aug 23, 20267 minS2

  Before Athanasius battled Arius, the Church faced a different threat to the doctrine of the Trinity. In this reading, we begin Hippolytus of Rome's Against Noetus , one of the earliest surviving refutations of what later became known as Modalism or Sabellianism. As Christianity grew beyond the age of the Apologists and Martyrs, the Church increasingly found itself defending the faith not only against pagan critics but also against theological error from within. Hippolytus confronts the teaching of Noetus, who blurred the distinction between the Father and the Son, forcing Christians to wrestle with one of the most important questions in all of theology: How can God be one and yet exist eternally as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit? This short but influential work provides a crucial bridge between the anti-heretical writings of the 2nd and 3rd centuries and the great Trinitarian controversies that would soon culminate in the Nicene Creed. Reading: Hippolytus of Rome — Against Noetus Explore the Project: Through the Church Fathers – https://www.throughthechurchfathers.com Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/cmichaelpatton Credo Courses – https://www.credocourses.com Credo Ministries – https://www.credoministries.org #ChurchFathers #EarlyChristianity #Hippolytus #AgainstNoetus #Modalism #Sabellianism #Trinity #ChurchHistory #ChristianTheology #Patristics #NiceneChristianity #ThroughTheChurchFathersInAYear

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  Episode #231

  Through the Church Fathers: August 23

  Aug 23, 202614 minS2

  A false teacher from Smyrna claimed that the Father and the Son were not distinct persons at all, forcing the early Church to confront one of the most important questions in Christian theology: Who exactly is Jesus Christ? In today’s readings, Hippolytus of Rome begins his powerful refutation of Noetus, arguing that while God is one, the Father and the Son must not be confused with one another. Augustine continues his searching examination of the heart, reflecting on the subtle temptations of pleasure and the difficulty of truly knowing ourselves. Aquinas then explores the proper use of oaths and adjuration, teaching that invoking God's name is lawful only when done with truth, justice, and careful judgment. Together, these readings remind us that whether we are defending doctrine, examining our motives, or speaking in God's name, humility before the truth remains essential. Today's Readings: Hippolytus of Rome — Against the Heresy of One Noetus , Sections 1–4 Augustine of Hippo — The Confessions , Book 10, Chapter 32 (Section 48) Thomas Aquinas — Summa Theologica , Part 2 of Part 2, Questions 89–90 — On Oaths and Adjuration (Combined) Explore the Project: Through the Church Fathers – https://www.throughthechurchfathers.com Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/cmichaelpatton Credo Courses – https://www.credocourses.com Credo Ministries – https://www.credoministries.org #ChurchFathers #Hippolytus #AgainstNoetus #Modalism #Sabellianism #Trinity #Augustine #Confessions #ThomasAquinas #SummaTheologica #ChurchHistory #ChristianTheology #Patristics #ThroughTheChurchFathersInAYear

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  Episode #230

  Through the Church Fathers: August 22

  Aug 22, 202612 minS2

  Podcast Summary How should Christians respond to error, temptation, and commitment? In today’s readings, Tertullian concludes The Prescription against Heretics by arguing that heresy survives by tearing down the truth rather than building upon it. He warns that false teachers often appeal to signs, wonders, and impressive personalities, yet Christ and the apostles already warned the Church that such things would come. Augustine then continues his honest self-examination, reflecting on the daily struggle with appetite. He acknowledges that food itself is good and created by God, but the real danger lies in disordered desire. Even after victory over greater sins, he finds himself engaged in a lifelong battle for moderation and self-control, relying entirely on Christ’s intercession and grace. Finally, Aquinas considers vows and teaches that promises made to God are serious obligations, yet they must always serve the greater good for which they were intended. Lawful authority may sometimes dispense or redirect a vow, not to destroy it, but to fulfill its purpose more perfectly. Together these readings remind us that the Christian life requires discernment against falsehood, vigilance against temptation, and faithful perseverance in the commitments we make before God. Today's Readings Tertullian — The Prescription against Heretics , Chapters 42–44 Augustine of Hippo — The Confessions , Book 10, Chapter 31 (Sections 46–47) Thomas Aquinas — Summa Theologica , Part 2 of Part 2, Question 88, Articles 7–12 Combined #Tertullian #Augustine #ThomasAquinas #ChurchFathers #ThroughTheChurchFathers #HistoricalTheology #ChristianHistory #ChristianDiscipleship #Heresy #RuleOfFaith #SelfControl #Temptation #Vows #Confessions #SummaTheologica #Patristics #ChurchHistory #Theology #CredoMinistries #ChristianLiving

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  Episode #229

  Through the Church Fathers: August 21

  Aug 21, 202614 minS2

  Podcast Summary What does it mean to promise something to God? In today’s reading, Tertullian warns that heresy begins when people reshape Scripture to fit their own ideas rather than submitting themselves to the faith once delivered by the apostles. He argues that false teachers either cut away parts of Scripture or twist its meaning, creating doctrines that depart from the truth while still claiming biblical authority. Augustine then reflects on the struggle against excess and appetite, confessing that even ordinary necessities can become occasions for temptation. Yet he finds hope in God's grace, concluding with his famous prayer: “Give what you command, and command what you will.” Finally, Aquinas examines the nature of vows, teaching that a vow is a promise made directly to God concerning a good work. Such vows do not create virtue, but they strengthen the will toward virtue by binding us more firmly to the good. Together, these readings remind us that truth, self-control, and faithful commitment all depend ultimately upon the grace of God, who both commands and supplies the strength to obey. Today's Readings Tertullian — The Prescription against Heretics , Chapters 38–41 Augustine — The Confessions , Book 10, Chapter 31 (Section 45) Thomas Aquinas — Summa Theologica , Part 2 of Part 2, Question 88, Articles 1–6 Combined Explore the Project: Through the Church Fathers – https://www.throughthechurchfathers.com Patreon – https://www.patreon.com/cmichaelpatton Credo Courses – https://www.credocourses.com Credo Ministries – https://www.credoministries.org #Tertullian #Augustine #ThomasAquinas #ChurchFathers #ThroughTheChurchFathers #Patristics #ChristianHistory #HistoricalTheology #Theology #ChristianDiscipleship #Heresy #Scripture #Grace #SelfControl #Vows #Confessions #SummaTheologica #EarlyChurch #CredoMinistries #ChurchHistory

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