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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?”
25,016 sermon illustrations through the Anglican lens
On October 17, 1811: The silver deposits of Agua Amarga are discovered in Chile becoming in the following years instrumental for the Patriots to finance the Chilean War of Independence. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration...
Did you know? Which American civilization is the source of the belief that the world would end or drastically change on December 21st, 2012? Answer: The Mayans This fascinating fact about history can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter.
Did you know? In 1720, England was in massive debt and became involved in the South Sea Bubble. Who was the main mastermind behind it? Answer: John Blunt This fascinating fact about history can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter.
On September 3, 1843: King Otto of Greece is forced to grant a constitution following an uprising in Athens. 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? What year did Australia become a federation? Answer: 1901 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.
Did you know? How many women joined the United States Armed Services during World War II? Answer: 350,000 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.
Did you know? What was the total length of the Titanic? Answer: 882 ft | 268.8 m 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.
On May 29, 1903: In the May Coup, Alexander I, King of Serbia, and Queen Draga, are assassinated in Belgrade by the Black Hand (Crna Ruka) organization. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.
On July 24, 1977: End of a four-day-long Libyan-Egyptian War. 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? Which of the following battles is often considered as marking the beginning of the fall of the Western Roman Empire? Answer: Battle of Adrianople This fascinating fact about history can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter.
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 August 7, 1942: World War II: The Battle of Guadalcanal begins as the United States Marines initiate the first American offensive of the war with landings on Guadalcanal and Tulagi in the Solomon Islands.
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 March 10, 1607: Susenyos I defeats the combined armies of Yaqob and Abuna Petros II at the Battle of Gol in Gojjam, making him Emperor of Ethiopia. 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.
Did you know? Who was the main developer of the Suez Canal? Answer: Ferdinand de Lesseps 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.
On May 8, 1942: World War II: Gunners of the Ceylon Garrison Artillery on Horsburgh Island in the Cocos Islands rebel in the Cocos Islands Mutiny.
Did you know? In the War of the Pacific (1879 - 1883), Bolivia lost its access to the Pacific Ocean after being defeated by which South American country? Answer: Chile This fascinating fact about history can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter.
On June 26, 2007: Pope Benedict XVI reinstates the traditional laws of papal election in which a successful candidate must receive two-thirds of the votes. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.
On September 9, 2025: Several Russian drones incur on Polish airspace and are subsequently shot down, marking the first time a NATO member has engaged Russian military assets. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.
Did you know? The original Roman alphabet lacked the following letters EXCEPT: Answer: X 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.
Did you know? Which Nation did NOT have a Colony in modern-day North America? Answer: Portugal 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.
On May 31, 1906: The attempted regicide of Spanish King Alfonso XIII and Queen Victoria Eugenie on their wedding day instead kills 24 This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider...
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership.