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Interpreting the Bible through the framework of God's mission to restore His kingdom and bless all nations.
Key question: “How does this passage reveal God's mission to redeem and restore all of creation?”
25,693 sermon illustrations through the Missional-Theological lens
Did you know? What is the scientific name of the knee cap? Answer: Patella 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? What stage of development do the majority of eukaryotic cells remain in for most of their life? Answer: Interphase This fascinating fact about science & nature can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter. Consider how...
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's heart for justice and righteousness. Consider using it when preaching about justice, leadership, human-rights.
On July 22, 1443: Battle of St. Jakob an der Sihl in the Old Zürich 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.
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 March 17, 1988: Eritrean War of Independence: The Nadew Command, an Ethiopian army corps in Eritrea, is attacked on three sides by military units of the Eritrean People's Liberation Front in the opening action of the Battle of Afabet.
On June 19, 1862: President Abraham Lincoln signs the Territorial Slavery Act of 1862, which prohibits slavery in all current and future United States territories. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.
On May 30, 1834: Minister of Justice Joaquim António de Aguiar issues a law seizing "all convents, monasteries, colleges, hospices and any other houses" from the Catholic religious orders in Portugal, earning him the nickname of "The Friar-Killer".
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? How many sonatas did Ludwig van Beethoven write? Answer: 32 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 27, 1941: World War II: U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt proclaims an "unlimited national emergency". 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 10, 1945: Heavy fighting in Surabaya between Indonesian nationalists and returning colonialists after World War II, today celebrated as Heroes' Day (Hari Pahlawan). This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's call to courage in the face of adversity.
Did you know? What was the bloodiest single-day battle during the American Civil War? Answer: The Battle of Antietam 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 king was killed at the Battle of Bosworth Field in 1485? Answer: Richard III 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 September 9, 1993: Israeli-Palestinian peace process: The Palestine Liberation Organization officially recognizes Israel as a legitimate state. 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, hope.
On November 1, 1503: Pope Julius II is elected. 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? When did Jamaica receive its independence from England? Answer: 1962 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 God's creation and human discovery. Consider using it when preaching about 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.
On October 14, 1863: American Civil War: Confederate troops under the command of A. Hill fail to drive the Union Army completely out of Virginia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of 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 November 8, 1940: Greco-Italian War: The Italian invasion of Greece fails as outnumbered Greek units repulse the Italians in the Battle of Elaia-Kalamas. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.
On November 27, 1975: The Provisional IRA assassinates Ross McWhirter, after a press conference in which McWhirter had announced a reward for the capture of those responsible for multiple bombings and shootings across England.
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership.