Polycarp, John and Jesus, by Peter Hammond
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Polycarp was not the first Christian to be martyred for his faith, but the following quote has been an inspiration to thousands of Christians over the past 1900 years:
"Eighty and six years have I served Christ, nor has he ever done me any harm. How then, could I blaspheme my King who saved me?... I bless thee for deigning me worthy of this day and this hour that I may be among thy martyrs and drink the cup of my LAord Jesus Christ." - Polycarp (69-150) (Source)
Recommended sermons and podcasts:
Stories That Need to Be Told - Polycarp and the Early Church Martyrs, by Pastor Kevin Swanson
Reformation Early Church Fathers - Polycarp, by Rev. Myron Mooney
Recommended reading:
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Polycarp was not the first Christian to be martyred for his faith, but the following quote has been an inspiration to thousands of Christians over the past 1900 years:
"Eighty and six years have I served Christ, nor has he ever done me any harm. How then, could I blaspheme my King who saved me?... I bless thee for deigning me worthy of this day and this hour that I may be among thy martyrs and drink the cup of my LAord Jesus Christ." - Polycarp (69-150) (Source)
Recommended sermons and podcasts:
Stories That Need to Be Told - Polycarp and the Early Church Martyrs, by Pastor Kevin Swanson
Reformation Early Church Fathers - Polycarp, by Rev. Myron Mooney
Recommended reading:
