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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 August 7, 1997: Space Shuttle Program: The Space Shuttle Discovery launches on STS-85 from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery. Consider...
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it when preaching about freedom.
Did you know? To which biological phylum do all mammals, birds and reptiles belong? Answer: Chordata This fascinating fact about animals can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter. The animal kingdom demonstrates God's creative genius and care for all living things.
On July 24, 1922: The draft of the British Mandate of Palestine was formally confirmed by the Council of the League of Nations; it came into effect on 26 September 1923. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon...
On August 6, 1990: Gulf War: The United Nations Security Council orders a global trade embargo against Iraq in response to Iraq's invasion of Kuwait. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.
On November 21, 1918: The Flag of Estonia, previously used by pro-independence activists, is formally adopted as the national flag of the Republic of Estonia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation.
On October 24, 1860: Convention of Peking: The Second Opium War formally comes to a close, with Qing China ceding Kowloon in perpetuity to the victorious British Empire. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.
Did you know? Which naval battle was considered the turning point of the Pacific Ocean Theater during World War 2? Answer: Battle of Midway This fascinating fact about history can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter. Historical events...
On December 10, 1942: World War II: Government of Poland in exile send Raczyński's Note (the first official report on the Holocaust) to 26 governments who signed the Declaration by United Nations. This historical event can serve as a powerful...
She is credited with restoring Christian orthodoxy and icons. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature of faith through history. Consider using it when preaching about faith, forgiveness, redemption.
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about persevering through trials and tribulations. Consider using it when preaching about perseverance.
Did you know? Which of these countries is not a United Nations member state? Answer: Niue 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 December 14, 1863: American Civil War: The Confederate victory under General James Longstreet at the Battle of Bean's Station in East Tennessee ends the Knoxville Campaign, but achieves very little as Longstreet returns to Virginia next spring.
On June 24, 1128: Battle of São Mamede, near Guimarães: Forces led by Afonso I defeat forces led by his mother Teresa of León and her lover Fernando Pérez de Traba. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon...
Did you know? Which of the following African countries was most successful in resisting colonization? Answer: Ethiopia This fascinating fact about history can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter. Historical events like this provide powerful parallels for biblical principles.
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership, peace, discovery.
On October 21, 1097: First Crusade: Crusaders led by Godfrey of Bouillon, Bohemund of Taranto, and Raymond IV, Count of Toulouse, begin the Siege of Antioch. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature of faith through history.
Did you know? The Ottoman Empire was dissolved after their loss in which war? Answer: World War I This fascinating fact about history can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter. Historical events like this provide powerful parallels for biblical principles.
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.
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken world. Consider using it when preaching about peace, discovery.
On July 16, 1054: Three Roman legates break relations between Western and Eastern Christian churches through the act of placing a papal bull of excommunication on the altar of Hagia Sophia during Saturday afternoon divine liturgy. Historians frequently describe the...
Sepoys mutiny against their commanding officers at Meerut. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it when preaching about freedom, discovery.
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about renewal and reformation in the life of the church. Consider using it when preaching about reformation.
On August 8, 1918: World War I: The Battle of Amiens begins a string of almost continuous Allied victories with a push through the German front lines (Hundred Days Offensive). This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration...