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On This Day: Philippine-American War: Filipino guerrillas kill more than forty American... (1901)
On September 28, 1901: Philippine-American War: Filipino guerrillas kill more than forty American soldiers while losing 28 of their own. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustrat
On This Day: World War II: The Drama uprising against the Bulgarian occupation in northern... (1941)
On September 28, 1941: World War II: The Drama uprising against the Bulgarian occupation in northern Greece begins. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God wor
On This Day: The Treaty of Montgomery recognises Llywelyn ap Gruffudd as Prince of Wales, but... (1267)
On September 29, 1267: The Treaty of Montgomery recognises Llywelyn ap Gruffudd as Prince of Wales, but only as a vassal of King Henry III. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illust
On This Day: During the French War of Religion, Protestant coup officials in Nîmes massacre... (1567)
On September 29, 1567: During the French War of Religion, Protestant coup officials in Nîmes massacre Catholic priests in an event now known as the Michelade. This historical event can serve as a pow
On This Day: The Battle of Chaffin's Farm is fought in the American Civil War. (1864)
On September 29, 1864: The Battle of Chaffin's Farm is fought in the American Civil War. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of hi
On This Day: The cornerstone is laid at the Cathedral Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul... (1907)
On September 29, 1907: The cornerstone is laid at the Cathedral Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul (better known as Washington National Cathedral) in Washington, D.C. This historical event can serv
On This Day: World War I: Germany's Supreme Army Command tells Kaiser Wilhelm II and... (1918)
On September 29, 1918: World War I: Germany's Supreme Army Command tells Kaiser Wilhelm II and Imperial Chancellor Georg Michaelis to open negotiations for an armistice to end the war. This historic
On This Day: World War I: The Hindenburg Line is broken by an Allied attack. (1918)
On September 29, 1918: World War I: The Hindenburg Line is broken by an Allied attack. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of his
On This Day: Last day of the Battle of Boquerón between Paraguay and Bolivia during the Chaco... (1932)
On September 29, 1932: Last day of the Battle of Boquerón between Paraguay and Bolivia during the Chaco War. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works thro
On This Day: Japan establishes diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China after... (1972)
On September 29, 1972: Japan establishes diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China after breaking official ties with the Republic of China. This historical event can serve as a powerfu
On This Day: Henry IV is proclaimed king of England. (1399)
On September 30, 1399: Henry IV is proclaimed king of England. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preachin
On This Day: Battle of Morlaix is fought in the Hundred Years' War. (1342)
On September 30, 1342: Battle of Morlaix is fought in the Hundred Years' War. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Cons
On This Day: John Roberts is confirmed as Chief Justice of the United States. (2005)
On September 29, 2005: John Roberts is confirmed as Chief Justice of the United States. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's heart for justice and righteousne
On This Day: War of the Austrian Succession: France and Spain defeat Sardinia at the Battle... (1744)
On September 30, 1744: War of the Austrian Succession: France and Spain defeat Sardinia at the Battle of Madonna dell'Olmo, but soon have to withdraw from Sardinia. This historical event can serve as
On This Day: World War I: Radoje Ljutovac becomes the first soldier in history to shoot down... (1915)
On September 30, 1915: World War I: Radoje Ljutovac becomes the first soldier in history to shoot down an enemy aircraft with ground-to-air fire. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon
On This Day: World War II: The Babi Yar massacre comes to an end. (1941)
On September 30, 1941: World War II: The Babi Yar massacre comes to an end. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consid
On This Day: Bechuanaland declares its independence, and becomes the Republic of Botswana. (1966)
On September 30, 1966: Bechuanaland declares its independence, and becomes the Republic of Botswana. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and li
On This Day: Ethernet specifications are published by Xerox working with Intel and Digital... (1980)
On September 30, 1980: Ethernet specifications are published by Xerox working with Intel and Digital Equipment Corporation. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about god
On This Day: Hurricane Matthew becomes a Category 5 hurricane, making it the strongest... (2016)
On September 30, 2016: Hurricane Matthew becomes a Category 5 hurricane, making it the strongest hurricane to form in the Caribbean Sea since 2007. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermo
On This Day: Pope John XIII is consecrated. (965)
On October 1, 965: Pope John XIII is consecrated. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching
On This Day: The city of Tampere, Finland (belonging to Sweden at this time) is founded by... (1779)
On October 1, 1779: The city of Tampere, Finland (belonging to Sweden at this time) is founded by King Gustav III of Sweden. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about go
On This Day: World War I: The Egyptian Expeditionary Force captures Damascus. (1918)
On October 1, 1918: World War I: The Egyptian Expeditionary Force captures Damascus. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of histor
On This Day: The George Washington Bridge in the United States is opened, linking New Jersey... (1931)
On October 1, 1931: The George Washington Bridge in the United States is opened, linking New Jersey and New York. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leaders
On This Day: Spanish Civil War: The Central Committee of Antifascist Militias of Catalonia... (1936)
On October 1, 1936: Spanish Civil War: The Central Committee of Antifascist Militias of Catalonia dissolves itself, handing control of Catalan defence militias over to the Generalitat. This historica