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The sharp distinction between Law and Gospel, and salvation through Christ's work alone.
Key question: “Where do we hear the voice of the Law exposing our need, and the voice of the Gospel comforting us?”
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This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it when preaching about freedom.
On October 16, 1859: Origins of the American Civil War: Abolitionist John Brown and his supporters launch a raid on Harpers Ferry, Virginia (now West Virginia). This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's heart for justice and righteousness.
Teaching on Fasting from Athanasius of Alexandria: Athanasius on Fasting and the Incarnation
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 October 28, 1965: Pope Paul VI promulgates Nostra aetate, by which the Roman Catholic Church officially recognizes the legitimacy of non-Christian faiths. 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 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, peace.
On June 8, 1929: Margaret Bondfield is appointed Minister of Labour. She is the first woman appointed to the Cabinet of the United Kingdom. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.
She is the first British monarch to address the U.S. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership, discovery.
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 8, 1941: World War II: U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt declares December 7 to be "a date which will live in infamy", after which the U.S. declares war on Japan. This historical event can serve as a powerful...
Did you know? When did construction of the Suez Canal finish? Answer: 1869 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 July 15, 1920: Aftermath of World War I: The Parliament of Poland establishes Silesian Voivodeship before the Polish-German plebiscite. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership.
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 December 9, 1973: British and Irish authorities sign the Sunningdale Agreement in an attempt to establish a power-sharing Northern Ireland Executive and a cross-border Council of Ireland. 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 persevering through trials and tribulations. Consider using it when preaching about perseverance.
Did you know? What year was Canada founded in? Answer: 1867 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.
Did you know? What year did Skoal, a smokeless Tobacco company, release their first line of Pouches, known as "Skoal Bandits"? Answer: 1983 This fascinating fact about history can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter. Historical events like...
Did you know? All of the following are names of the Seven Warring States EXCEPT: Answer: Zhai (翟) 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? When did the French Revolution begin? Answer: 1789 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 is the region conjoining Pakistan, India, and China with unknown leadership called? Answer: Kashmir This fascinating fact about geography can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter. This illustrates the diversity and beauty of God's...
On January 26, 1939: Spanish Civil War: Catalonia Offensive: Troops loyal to nationalist General Francisco Franco and aided by Italy take Barcelona. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about showing Christ-like compassion to others. Consider using it when preaching about compassion.