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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?”
25,934 sermon illustrations through the Lutheran lens
On November 21, 1977: Minister of Internal Affairs Allan Highet announces that the national anthems of New Zealand shall be the traditional anthem "God Save the Queen" and "God Defend New Zealand". This historical event can serve as a powerful...
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's call to courage in the face of adversity. Consider using it when preaching about courage, leadership.
On June 16, 1745: War of the Austrian Succession: New England colonial troops under the command of William Pepperrell capture the Fortress of Louisbourg in Louisbourg, New France (Old Style date). This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon...
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 July 16, 1779: American Revolutionary War: Light infantry of the Continental Army seize a fortified British Army position in a midnight bayonet attack at the Battle of Stony Point. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration...
Did you know? Pianist Frédéric Chopin was a composer of which musical era? Answer: Romantic 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 how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.
On October 2, 1835: Texas Revolution: Mexican troops attempt to disarm the people of Gonzales, but encounter stiff resistance from a hastily assembled militia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about persevering through trials and tribulations.
On April 5, 1966: During the Buddhist Uprising, South Vietnamese Prime Minister Nguyễn Cao Kỳ personally attempts to lead the capture of the restive city of Đà Nẵng before backing down. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon...
On September 25, 1985: 3 civilians killed by alleged supporters of the Palestine Liberation Organization in Larnaca yacht killings. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it when preaching about freedom, hope.
Did you know? What is the largest country, by area, that has only one time zone? Answer: China This fascinating fact about geography can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter. This illustrates the diversity and beauty of God's...
Did you know? Which is the longest bone in the human body? Answer: Femur 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.
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 November 7, 1973: The United States Congress overrides President Richard Nixon's veto of the War Powers Resolution, which limits presidential power to wage war without congressional approval. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.
On November 11, 1975: Independence of Angola. 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? Bir Tawil, an uninhabited track of land claimed by no country, is located along the border of which two countries? Answer: Egypt and Sudan This fascinating fact about geography can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter.
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.
On April 27, 2007: Estonian authorities remove the Bronze Soldier, a Soviet Red Army war memorial in Tallinn, amid political controversy with Russia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.
Did you know? What is the capital of Chile? Answer: Santiago 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 October 12, 1917: World War I: The First Battle of Passchendaele takes place resulting in the largest single-day loss of life in New Zealand history. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery.