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Key question: “How do we faithfully interpret this text using the wisdom of Scripture, Church tradition, and God-given Reason?”
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Did you know? What city is the Terracotta Army located in? Answer: Xi'an 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.
Richard Montgomery occupy Montreal. 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 November 12, 1941: World War II: Temperatures around Moscow drop to −12 °C (10 °F) as the Soviet Union launches ski troops for the first time against the freezing German forces near the city.
On January 3, 1993: In Moscow, Russia, George H. Bush and Boris Yeltsin sign the second Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START). This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken world.
Teaching on Scripture Meditation from Thomas a Kempis: Thomas a Kempis: The Imitation of Christ Through Scripture
On March 8, 1658: Treaty of Roskilde: After a devastating defeat in the Northern Wars (1655-1661), Frederick III, the King of Denmark-Norway is forced to give up nearly half his territory to Sweden. This historical event can serve as a...
On March 1, 1910: The deadliest avalanche in United States history buries a Great Northern Railway train in northeastern King County, Washington, killing 96 people. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.
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.
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? Coulrophobia is the irrational fear of what? Answer: Clowns 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.
Did you know? Which European city has the highest mileage of canals in the world? Answer: Birmingham 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 January 6, 1066: Following the death of Edward the Confessor on the previous day, the Witan meets to confirm Harold Godwinson as the new King of England; Harold is crowned the same day, sparking a succession crisis that will...
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.
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery. Consider using it when preaching about discovery.
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...
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it when preaching about freedom, leadership.
Did you know? What is the county seat of King County, Washington? Answer: Seattle 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 November 30, 1853: Crimean War: Battle of Sinop: The Imperial Russian Navy under Pavel Nakhimov destroys the Ottoman fleet under Osman Pasha at Sinop, a sea port in northern Turkey. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon...
On December 10, 1941: World War II: Battle of the Philippines: Imperial Japanese forces under the command of General Masaharu Homma land on Luzon. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.
Teaching on Sabbath and Rest from Eusebius of Caesarea: Eusebius on Sabbath as Time for Scripture
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it when preaching about freedom.
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.
Lee's Army of Northern Virginia fights and loses its last major battle while in retreat from Richmond, Virginia, during the Appomattox Campaign. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.
On December 10, 2015: Rojava conflict: The Syrian Democratic Council is established in Dêrik, forming the political wing of the Syrian Democratic Forces in northeast Syria. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.