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The present-day operation of all spiritual gifts and the experiential dimension of the Holy Spirit.
Key question: “How is the Holy Spirit actively manifesting His power and gifts in the church today?”
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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 August 2, 1990: Iraqi invasion of Kuwait: Iraq invades Kuwait and temporarily establishes the Republic of Kuwait puppet state on the orders of Saddam Hussein, eventually leading to the Gulf War. This historical event can serve as a powerful...
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the meaning of true sacrifice. Consider using it when preaching about sacrifice.
King Louis III is captured and blinded for breaking his oath (see 902). This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership.
On December 30, 1825: The Treaty of St. Louis between the United States and the Shawnee Nation is proclaimed. 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.
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 June 16, 1897: A treaty annexing the Republic of Hawaii to the United States is signed; the Republic would not be dissolved until a year later. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit...
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.
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.
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 gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it when preaching about freedom, faith, leadership.
On May 20, 1861: American Civil War: The state of Kentucky proclaims its neutrality, which will last until September 3 when Confederate forces enter the state. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.
On June 1, 1812: War of 1812: U.S. President James Madison asks the Congress to declare war on the United Kingdom. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership.
On November 18, 2003: The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court rules 4-3 in Goodridge v.
On December 17, 1583: Cologne War: Forces under Ernest of Bavaria defeat troops under Gebhard Truchsess von Waldburg at the Siege of Godesberg. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature of faith through history.
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, sacrifice.
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 April 9, 1939: African-American singer Marian Anderson gives a concert at the Lincoln Memorial after being denied the use of Constitution Hall by the Daughters of the American Revolution. 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.
Did you know? After his loss at the Battle of Waterloo, Napoleon Bonaparte was exiled to which island? Answer: St. Helena 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 of these countries is NOT located in Africa? Answer: Suriname 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 June 15, 1846: The Oregon Treaty extends the border between the United States and British North America, established by the Treaty of 1818, westward to the Pacific Ocean. 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 how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.