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On This Day: Battle of Monte Porzio: A Roman army supporting Pope Alexander III is defeated... (1167) - Illustration on faith | IllustrateTheWord

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On This Day: Battle of Monte Porzio: A Roman army supporting Pope Alexander III is defeated... (1167)

Source: Today in History (history.muffinlabs.com) - CC BY-SA 3.049 words

On May 29, 1167: Battle of Monte Porzio: A Roman army supporting Pope Alexander III is defeated by Christian of Buch and Rainald of Dassel.

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.

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