Britain, a Christian Country

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. For over a thousand years Britain was defined by Christianity, with monarchs dedicating the country to God and national days of prayer that saved the nation in its darkest hours. Discover the continuing legacy of the Bible in Britain, how faith defined its nationhood and the challenges from the 1960s to the present day. This sweeping narrative offers a definitive history of the Christian faith in the British Isles, tracing its journey from the Roman occupation through to the modern day. The author meticulously documents the early arrival of the Gospel, the unique beauty of Celtic Christianity, and the eventual unification of the English kingdoms under a shared dedication to God. From the Viking raids of the eighth century to the seismic shifts of the Reformation and the Civil War, this book presents a nation shaped and sustained by divine providence. Drawing on an impressive array of primary sources—including the Roman historians, the Church Fathers, the Venerable Bede, and the words of Britain’s own Kings and Queens—the text builds an overwhelming case for Britain’s identity as a Christian nation. It argues that the very foundations of our democracy, justice system, and concepts of equality are rooted in Biblical principles. However, this is also a timely and provocative critique of the present. The author asks hard questions about the last century of British life, exploring: Cultural Identity: The tension between traditional Judeo-Christian values and the rise of multiculturalism and political correctness. Social Change: The impact of mass immigration and the challenges posed by radicalisation and competing belief systems. Global Warnings: Lessons from the Middle East and the Arab Spring regarding the persecution of religious minorities. Economic Justice: A revealing analysis of the building financial crash, the burden of national debt, and the growing divide between the wealthy elite and the poor.