On This Day: Tomiichi Murayama, Prime Minister of Japan, releases the Murayama Statement,... (1995)

On August 15, 1995: Tomiichi Murayama, Prime Minister of Japan, releases the Murayama Statement, which formally expresses remorse for Japanese war crimes committed during World War II.

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.