Sermon Illustrations on Leadership
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On This Day: The 1948 Accra riots erupted following a march by ex-servicemen of the Gold... (1948)
On February 28, 1948: The 1948 Accra riots erupted following a march by ex-servicemen of the Gold Coast Regiment towards the seat of the colonial government at Christiansborg Castle where they were fi
On This Day: The Convention of London, a treaty between the United Kingdom and the United... (1814)
On August 13, 1814: The Convention of London, a treaty between the United Kingdom and the United Netherlands, is signed in London, England. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illust
On This Day: The United Kingdom grants Zanzibar internal self-government. (1963)
On June 24, 1963: The United Kingdom grants Zanzibar internal self-government. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using
On This Day: Peter Allen and Gwynne Evans are hanged for the murder of John Alan West... (1964)
On August 13, 1964: Peter Allen and Gwynne Evans are hanged for the murder of John Alan West becoming the last people executed in the United Kingdom. This historical event can serve as a powerful ser
On This Day: Cold War: Two cryptographers working for the United States National Security... (1960)
On June 25, 1960: Cold War: Two cryptographers working for the United States National Security Agency left for vacation to Mexico, and from there defected to the Soviet Union. This historical event c
On This Day: Richard III becomes King of England. (1483)
On June 26, 1483: Richard III becomes King of England. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about
On This Day: Cold War: U.S. President John F. Kennedy gives his "Ich bin ein Berliner"... (1963)
On June 26, 1963: Cold War: U.S. President John F. Kennedy gives his "Ich bin ein Berliner" speech, underlining the support of the United States for democratic West Germany shortly after Soviet-suppor
On This Day: In France, Robert Schuman becomes President of the Council while being Foreign... (1948)
On September 5, 1948: In France, Robert Schuman becomes President of the Council while being Foreign minister; as such, he is the French negotiator of the major treaties of the end of World War II. T
On This Day: The College of Arms is formally incorporated by Royal Charter signed by King... (1484)
On March 2, 1484: The College of Arms is formally incorporated by Royal Charter signed by King Richard III of England. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly le
On This Day: Coronation of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. (1838)
On June 28, 1838: Coronation of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when p
On This Day: Union of Lublin: The Kingdom of Poland and the Grand Duchy of Lithuania confirm... (1569)
On July 1, 1569: Union of Lublin: The Kingdom of Poland and the Grand Duchy of Lithuania confirm a real union; the united country is called the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth or the Republic of Both N
On This Day: Germany dispatches the gunboat SMS Panther to Morocco, sparking the Agadir... (1911)
On July 1, 1911: Germany dispatches the gunboat SMS Panther to Morocco, sparking the Agadir Crisis. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its im
On This Day: Specific values for the international yard, avoirdupois pound and derived units... (1959)
On July 1, 1959: Specific values for the international yard, avoirdupois pound and derived units (e.g. inch, mile and ounce) are adopted after agreement between the US, the United Kingdom and other Co
On This Day: The People's Liberation Army Rocket Force (The known as the 2nd Artillery Corps)... (1966)
On July 1, 1966: The People's Liberation Army Rocket Force (The known as the 2nd Artillery Corps) is founded. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freed
On This Day: Louis V becomes the last Carolingian king of West Francia after the death of his... (986)
On March 2, 986: Louis V becomes the last Carolingian king of West Francia after the death of his father, Lothaire. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leade
On This Day: Civil rights movement: U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson signs the Civil Rights... (1964)
On July 2, 1964: Civil rights movement: U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson signs the Civil Rights Act of 1964 meant to prohibit segregation in public places. This historical event can serve as a powerf
On This Day: Norodom Sihanouk, king of Cambodia, abdicates the throne in favor of his father,... (1955)
On March 2, 1955: Norodom Sihanouk, king of Cambodia, abdicates the throne in favor of his father, Norodom Suramarit. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly lea
On This Day: The film King Kong premieres in Radio City Music Hall and RKO Roxy in New York... (1933)
On March 2, 1933: The film King Kong premieres in Radio City Music Hall and RKO Roxy in New York City This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its
On This Day: United States President Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicates the Eternal Light Peace... (1938)
On July 3, 1938: United States President Franklin D. Roosevelt dedicates the Eternal Light Peace Memorial and lights the eternal flame at Gettysburg Battlefield. This historical event can serve as a
On This Day: The SS United States sets sail on her maiden voyage to Southampton. During the... (1952)
On July 3, 1952: The SS United States sets sail on her maiden voyage to Southampton. During the voyage, the ship takes the Blue Riband away from the RMS Queen Mary. This historical event can serve as
On This Day: The Crusades: Battle of Hattin: Saladin defeats Guy of Lusignan, King of... (1187)
On July 4, 1187: The Crusades: Battle of Hattin: Saladin defeats Guy of Lusignan, King of Jerusalem. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its i
On This Day: Christian III is elected King of Denmark and Norway in the town of Rye. (1534)
On July 4, 1534: Christian III is elected King of Denmark and Norway in the town of Rye. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature of faith through h
On This Day: William Howard Taft becomes American governor of the Philippines. (1901)
On July 4, 1901: William Howard Taft becomes American governor of the Philippines. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider us
On This Day: President Woodrow Wilson addresses American Civil War veterans at the Great... (1913)
On July 4, 1913: President Woodrow Wilson addresses American Civil War veterans at the Great Reunion of 1913. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership