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The immediate, experiential work of the Holy Spirit and the expectation of spiritual gifts.
Key question: “How does this text reveal the present-day work and power of the Holy Spirit?”
25,762 sermon illustrations through the Pentecostal lens
On July 24, 1864: American Civil War: Battle of Kernstown: Confederate General Jubal Early defeats Union troops led by General George Crook in an effort to keep them out of the Shenandoah Valley.
On February 13, 1945: World War II: The siege of Budapest concludes with the unconditional surrender of German and Hungarian forces to the Red Army. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.
On July 12, 1917: The Bisbee Deportation occurs as vigilantes kidnap and deport nearly 1,300 striking miners and others from Bisbee, Arizona. 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 city is the Terracotta Army located in? Answer: Xi'an 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.
aircraft carrier is sunk and another carrier is heavily damaged, while two Japanese carriers and one cruiser are heavily damaged. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider...
Laurel as its president. 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? When was the Grand Patriotic War in the USSR concluded? Answer: May 9th, 1945 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 August 25, 1835: The first Great Moon Hoax article is published in The New York Sun, announcing the discovery of life and civilization on the Moon. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery.
On February 19, 1978: Egyptian forces raid Larnaca International Airport in an attempt to intervene in a hijacking, without authorisation from the Republic of Cyprus authorities. The Cypriot National Guard and Police forces kill 15 Egyptian commandos and destroy the...
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, leadership.
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 28, 1192: Assassination of Conrad of Montferrat (Conrad I), King of Jerusalem, in Tyre, two days after his title to the throne is confirmed by election. The killing is carried out by Hashshashin.
On August 12, 1969: Violence erupts after the Apprentice Boys of Derry march in Derry, Northern Ireland, resulting in a three-day communal riot known as the Battle of the Bogside. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration...
Did you know? The Bohemian Revolt (1618-1620) started after Protestants in Prague did what to their Catholic Lords Regents? Answer: Threw them out of a window This fascinating fact about history can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter.
On September 3, 1777: American Revolutionary War: During the Battle of Cooch's Bridge, the Flag of the United States is flown in battle for the first time. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery.
Did you know? What micro-state is considered to have the oldest constitution still in effect? Answer: San Marino 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 November 26, 1942: World War II: Yugoslav Partisans convene the first meeting of the Anti-Fascist Council for the National Liberation of Yugoslavia at Bihać in northwestern Bosnia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation.
Did you know? What is the county seat of King County, Washington? Answer: Seattle 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.
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.
Did you know? The creator of the Enigma Cypher and Machine was of what nationality? Answer: German 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 happened on June 6, 1944? Answer: D-Day 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 the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it when preaching about freedom.
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery. Consider using it when preaching about discovery.