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On This Day: The ocean liner SS United States passes Bishop Rock on her maiden voyage,... (1952) - Illustration on compassion | IllustrateTheWord

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On This Day: The ocean liner SS United States passes Bishop Rock on her maiden voyage,... (1952)

Source: Today in History (history.muffinlabs.com) - CC BY-SA 3.053 words

On July 7, 1952: The ocean liner SS United States passes Bishop Rock on her maiden voyage, breaking the transatlantic speed record to become the fastest passenger ship in the world.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about showing Christ-like compassion to others. Consider using it when preaching about compassion, leadership.

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