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Scripture, Tradition, and Reason — the "three-legged stool" — seeking the via media.
Key question: “How do we faithfully interpret this text using the wisdom of Scripture, Church tradition, and God-given Reason?”
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On June 16, 2000: The Secretary-General of the UN reports that Israel has complied with United Nations Security Council Resolution 425, 22 years after its issuance, and completely withdrew from Lebanon. The Resolution does not encompass the Shebaa farms, which...
military history. 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.
Did you know? What is the name of the Boeing B-29 that dropped the 'Little Boy' atomic bomb on Hiroshima? Answer: Enola Gay This fascinating fact about history can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter. Historical events like...
On April 25, 1972: Vietnam War: Nguyen Hue Offensive: The North Vietnamese 320th Division forces 5,000 South Vietnamese troops to retreat and traps about 2,500 others northwest of Kontum. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about...
On December 9, 1432: The first battle between the forces of Švitrigaila and Sigismund Kęstutaitis is fought near the town of Oszmiana (Ashmyany), launching the most active phase of the Lithuanian Civil War. This historical event can serve as a...
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership.
Did you know? How many countries does Mexico border? Answer: 3 This fascinating fact about geography can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter. This illustrates the diversity and beauty of God's world, connecting to the Great Commission.
On August 29, 1910: The Japan-Korea Treaty of 1910, also known as the Japan-Korea Annexation Treaty, becomes effective, officially starting the period of Japanese rule in Korea. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit...
On January 22, 1879: The Battle of Rorke's Drift, also during the Anglo-Zulu War and just some 15 km (9.3 mi) away from Isandlwana, results in a British victory. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about...
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.
As rebel strongholds in Budapest hold, fighting spreads throughout the country. 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 April 30, 1945: World War II: Stalag Luft I prisoner-of-war camp near Barth, Germany is liberated by Soviet soldiers, freeing nearly 9,000 American and British airmen. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation.
Soviet soldiers raise the Victory Banner over the Reichstag building. 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 December 24, 1737: The Marathas defeat the combined forces of the Mughal Empire, Rajputs of Jaipur, Nizam of Hyderabad, Nawab of Awadh and Nawab of Bengal in the Battle of Bhopal.
On February 14, 1961: Discovery of the chemical elements: Element 103, Lawrencium, is first synthesized at the University of California. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery. Consider using it when preaching about discovery.
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 March 7, 1941: Günther Prien and the crew of German submarine U-47, one of the most successful U-boats of World War II, disappear without a trace. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God...
On May 25, 1981: In Riyadh, the Gulf Cooperation Council is created between Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.
Did you know? Which gas forms about 78% of the Earth’s atmosphere? Answer: Nitrogen This fascinating fact about science & nature can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter. Consider how this points to the wonder and design in God's creation.
On April 7, 1945: World War II: The Imperial Japanese Navy battleship Yamato, one of the two largest ever constructed, is sunk by United States Navy aircraft during Operation Ten-Go. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration...
On January 25, 1494: Alfonso II becomes King of Naples. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership.
Teaching on Community and Fellowship from Ambrose of Milan: Ambrose on Christian Friendship
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership.
On June 29, 1888: George Edward Gouraud records Handel's Israel in Egypt onto a phonograph cylinder, thought for many years to be the oldest known recording of music. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how...