On This Day: Nine Years' War: French naval forces led by Anne Hilarion de Tourville fresh... (1690)

On July 13, 1690: Nine Years' War: French naval forces led by Anne Hilarion de Tourville fresh from their victory at Beachy Head sail West and launch a raid on the small English town of Teignmouth leaving it devastated.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about showing Christ-like compassion to others. Consider using it when preaching about compassion.