On This Day: Cold War: Nuclear false alarm: The NORAD computers and the Alternate National... (1979)

On November 9, 1979: Cold War: Nuclear false alarm: The NORAD computers and the Alternate National Military Command Center in Fort Ritchie, Maryland, detect a purported massive Soviet nuclear strike. After reviewing the raw data from satellites and checking the early-warning radars, the alert is cancelled.

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