Historical Examples

On This Day: During the Cambodian Civil War, massacre of the Vietnamese minority results in... (1970)

On April 15, 1970: During the Cambodian Civil War, massacre of the Vietnamese minority results in 800 bodies flowing down the Mekong river into South Vietnam. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.

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On This Day: The coronation of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey becomes the first... (1953)

On June 2, 1953: The coronation of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey becomes the first British coronation and one of the first major international events to be televised. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.

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On This Day: After impeachment on June 21, Abolhassan Banisadr flees with Massoud Rajavi to... (1981)

On July 29, 1981: After impeachment on June 21, Abolhassan Banisadr flees with Massoud Rajavi to Paris, in an Iranian Air Force Boeing 707, piloted by Colonel Behzad Moezzi, to form the National Council of Resistance of Iran.

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On This Day: American scientists John Bardeen and Walter Houser Brattain observe the basic... (1947)

On November 17, 1947: American scientists John Bardeen and Walter Houser Brattain observe the basic principles of the transistor, a key element for the electronics revolution of the 20th century. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration...

On This Day: King Carol II of Romania abdicates and is succeeded by his son Michael. General... (1940)

General Ion Antonescu becomes the Conducător of Romania. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership.

On This Day: Louis IX of France and James I of Aragon sign the Treaty of Corbeil, renouncing... (1258)

On May 11, 1258: Louis IX of France and James I of Aragon sign the Treaty of Corbeil, renouncing claims of feudal overlordship in one another's territories and separating the House of Barcelona from the politics of France.

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On This Day: The Free Software Foundation is founded. (1985)

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it when preaching about freedom, leadership.

On This Day: Richard Henry Lee presents the "Lee Resolution" to the Continental Congress. The... (1776)

The motion is seconded by John Adams and will lead to the United States Declaration of Independence. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it when preaching about freedom.

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On This Day: Moro Rebellion: United States Army troops bring overwhelming force against the... (1906)

On March 5, 1906: Moro Rebellion: United States Army troops bring overwhelming force against the native Moros in the First Battle of Bud Dajo, leaving only six survivors. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery.

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On This Day: The English ship Sea Venture, en route to Virginia, is deliberately driven... (1609)

On July 25, 1609: The English ship Sea Venture, en route to Virginia, is deliberately driven ashore during a storm at Bermuda to prevent its sinking; the survivors go on to found a new colony there.

On This Day: Battles of Tumbledown and Wireless Ridge, during the Falklands War. (1982)

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.

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On This Day: Civil rights activists led by Martin Luther King Jr. successfully complete their... (1965)

On March 25, 1965: Civil rights activists led by Martin Luther King Jr. successfully complete their 4-day 50-mile (80 km) march from Selma to the capitol in Montgomery, Alabama. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about...

On This Day: The Sapienza University of Rome is instituted by a bull of Pope Boniface VIII. (1303)

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.

On This Day: The male line of the Portuguese House of Burgundy becomes extinct with the death... (1383)

On October 22, 1383: The male line of the Portuguese House of Burgundy becomes extinct with the death of King Fernando, leaving only his daughter Beatrice. Rival claimants begin a period of civil war and disorder.

On This Day: American Indian Wars: Battle of White Bird Canyon: The Nez Perce defeat the U.S.... (1877)

Cavalry at White Bird Canyon in the Idaho Territory. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.

On This Day: John I becomes the new Pope after the death of Pope Hormisdas. (523)

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.

On This Day: Swedish Queen Christina abdicated her throne in favour of her cousin Charles... (1654)

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership.

On This Day: Black Hawk War: Around 300 United States 6th Infantry troops leave St. Louis,... (1832)

Louis, Missouri to fight the Sauk Native Americans. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.

On This Day: The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, headed by Brigham Young, is reaffirmed as the... (1844)

On August 8, 1844: The Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, headed by Brigham Young, is reaffirmed as the leading body of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon...

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On This Day: Mexican-American War: Mexico ratifies the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo thus... (1848)

On May 19, 1848: Mexican-American War: Mexico ratifies the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo thus ending the war and ceding California, Nevada, Utah and parts of four other modern-day U.S. states to the United States for US$15 million.

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On This Day: World War II: Matanikau Offensive begins during the Guadalcanal campaign and... (1942)

On November 1, 1942: World War II: Matanikau Offensive begins during the Guadalcanal campaign and ends three days later with an American victory. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.

On This Day: Serbia declares independence from the State Union of Serbia and Montenegro. (2006)

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it when preaching about freedom.

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On This Day: The death of Mahsa Amini occurred in Tehran, Iran, sparking worldwide protests. (2022)

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership.