Historical Examples

On This Day: Wilhelm Röntgen publishes a paper detailing his discovery of a new type of... (1895)

On December 28, 1895: Wilhelm Röntgen publishes a paper detailing his discovery of a new type of radiation, which later will be known as x-rays. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery.

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On This Day: World War II: The Red Army enters Lviv, a major city in western Ukraine,... (1944)

Only 300 Jews survive out of 160,000 living in Lviv prior to occupation. 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: War of 1812: American troops capture York, the capital of Upper Canada, in the... (1813)

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 Kingdom of Italy is proclaimed. (1861)

On March 17, 1861: The Kingdom of Italy is proclaimed. 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: Oklahoma City bombing: Michael Fortier is sentenced to 12 years in prison and... (1998)

On May 27, 1998: Oklahoma City bombing: Michael Fortier is sentenced to 12 years in prison and fined $200,000 for failing to warn authorities about the terrorist plot. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how...

On This Day: The draft of the British Mandate of Palestine was formally confirmed by the... (1922)

On July 24, 1922: The draft of the British Mandate of Palestine was formally confirmed by the Council of the League of Nations; it came into effect on 26 September 1923. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon...

On This Day: The Flag of Estonia, previously used by pro-independence activists, is formally... (1918)

On November 21, 1918: The Flag of Estonia, previously used by pro-independence activists, is formally adopted as the national flag of the Republic of Estonia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation.

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On This Day: Theodora is crowned Byzantine empress and marries then emperor Theophilos in the... (830)

She is credited with restoring Christian orthodoxy and icons. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature of faith through history. Consider using it when preaching about faith, forgiveness, redemption.

On This Day: World War II: The United States grants Lend-Lease to the Free French Forces. (1941)

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: First Crusade: Crusaders led by Godfrey of Bouillon, Bohemund of Taranto, and... (1097)

On October 21, 1097: First Crusade: Crusaders led by Godfrey of Bouillon, Bohemund of Taranto, and Raymond IV, Count of Toulouse, begin the Siege of Antioch. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature of faith through history.

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On This Day: Eastern Emperor Leo V is murdered in a church of the Great Palace of... (820)

On December 25, 820: Eastern Emperor Leo V is murdered in a church of the Great Palace of Constantinople by followers of Michael II. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature of faith through history.

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On This Day: The New Apostolic Church, a Christian and chiliastic church, is established in... (1863)

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature of faith through history. Consider using it when preaching about faith, leadership.

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On This Day: Napoleonic Wars: The French Navy defeats the British Royal Navy, preventing them... (1810)

On August 27, 1810: Napoleonic Wars: The French Navy defeats the British Royal Navy, preventing them from taking the harbour of Grand Port on Île de France. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.

On This Day: Finland and Soviet Russia sign the Treaty of Tartu, exchanging some territories. (1920)

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken world. Consider using it when preaching about peace.

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On This Day: William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy is crowned king of England, at... (1066)

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: A case of influenza was recorded at Camp Funston, Kansas, conventionally marking... (1918)

On March 4, 1918: A case of influenza was recorded at Camp Funston, Kansas, conventionally marking the beginning of the worldwide Spanish flu pandemic. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.

On This Day: American Civil War: Union forces under Ulysses S. Grant begin the Siege of... (1863)

On May 18, 1863: American Civil War: Union forces under Ulysses S. Grant begin the Siege of Vicksburg during the Vicksburg campaign in order to take full control of the Mississippi River.

On This Day: Anglo-Spanish War: Battle of Gravelines: English naval forces under the command... (1588)

On July 29, 1588: Anglo-Spanish War: Battle of Gravelines: English naval forces under the command of Lord Charles Howard and Sir Francis Drake defeat the Spanish Armada off the coast of Gravelines, France.

On This Day: Security guards working for Blackwater Worldwide shoot and kill 17 Iraqis in... (2007)

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: Henry I of England marries Matilda of Scotland, the daughter of Malcolm III of... (1100)

On November 11, 1100: Henry I of England marries Matilda of Scotland, the daughter of Malcolm III of Scotland and a direct descendant of the Saxon king Edmund Ironside; Matilda is crowned on the same day.

On This Day: Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile sign the Edict of Expulsion of... (1492)

On March 31, 1492: Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile sign the Edict of Expulsion of the Jews from Spain, ordering all Jews in their kingdoms to either convert to Christianity or leave the country.

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On This Day: Treaty of Oliva is established between Sweden and Poland. (1660)

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

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On This Day: The Battle of Edgehill is the first major battle of the English Civil War. (1642)

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery. Consider using it when preaching about discovery.

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On This Day: Prince William III of Orange lands with a Dutch fleet at Brixham to challenge... (1688)

On November 5, 1688: Prince William III of Orange lands with a Dutch fleet at Brixham to challenge the rule of King James II of England (James VII of Scotland). This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration...