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On This Day: Second Anglo-Dutch War: Rear Admiral Robert Holmes leads a raid on the Dutch... (1666)
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On August 19, 1666: Second Anglo-Dutch War: Rear Admiral Robert Holmes leads a raid on the Dutch island of Terschelling, destroying 116 to 160 merchant ships, an act later known as "Holmes's Bonfire".
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about showing Christ-like compassion to others. Consider using it when preaching about compassion.
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