On This Day: Civil rights movement: Civil rights workers Michael Schwerner, Andrew Goodman... (1964)

On August 4, 1964: Civil rights movement: Civil rights workers Michael Schwerner, Andrew Goodman and James Chaney are found dead in Mississippi after disappearing on June 21.

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, human-rights.