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On This Day: American civil rights movement: Alabama Governor John Malcolm Patterson declares... (1961) - Illustration on justice | IllustrateTheWord

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On This Day: American civil rights movement: Alabama Governor John Malcolm Patterson declares... (1961)

Source: Today in History (history.muffinlabs.com) - CC BY-SA 3.052 words

On May 21, 1961: American civil rights movement: Alabama Governor John Malcolm Patterson declares martial law in an attempt to restore order after race riots break out.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's heart for justice and righteousness. Consider using it when preaching about justice, leadership, human-rights.

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