Sermon Illustrations on Persecution
46 illustrations found
On This Day: Bishop John Coleridge Patteson, first bishop of Melanesia, is martyred on... (1871)
On September 20, 1871: Bishop John Coleridge Patteson, first bishop of Melanesia, is martyred on Nukapu, now in the Solomon Islands. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration
On This Day: The Kingdom of Iraq slaughters over 3,000 Assyrians in the village of Simele.... (1933)
On August 7, 1933: The Kingdom of Iraq slaughters over 3,000 Assyrians in the village of Simele. This date is recognized as Martyrs Day or National Day of Mourning by the Assyrian community in memory
On This Day: The execution of the 13 Martyrs of Arad after the Hungarian war of independence. (1849)
On October 6, 1849: The execution of the 13 Martyrs of Arad after the Hungarian war of independence. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and li
On This Day: Bangladesh Liberation War: Over 200 of East Pakistan's intellectuals are... (1971)
On December 14, 1971: Bangladesh Liberation War: Over 200 of East Pakistan's intellectuals are executed by the Pakistan Army and their local allies. (The date is commemorated in Bangladesh as Martyred
On This Day: Richard I of England is captured and imprisoned by Leopold V of Austria on his... (1192)
On December 20, 1192: Richard I of England is captured and imprisoned by Leopold V of Austria on his way home to England after the Third Crusade. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon
On This Day: The Arian Vandal Kingdom ceases its persecution of Nicene Christianity. (484)
On December 23, 484: The Arian Vandal Kingdom ceases its persecution of Nicene Christianity. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature of faith throu
On This Day: Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury, is assassinated inside Canterbury... (1170)
On December 29, 1170: Thomas Becket, Archbishop of Canterbury, is assassinated inside Canterbury Cathedral by followers of King Henry II; he subsequently becomes a saint and martyr in the Anglican Com
On This Day: Roman emperor Diocletian orders the destruction of the Christian church in... (303)
On February 23, 303: Roman emperor Diocletian orders the destruction of the Christian church in Nicomedia, beginning eight years of Diocletianic Persecution. This historical event can serve as a powe
On This Day: The outlawed Communist Party of the Netherlands organises a general strike in... (1941)
On February 25, 1941: The outlawed Communist Party of the Netherlands organises a general strike in German-occupied Amsterdam to protest against Nazi persecution of Dutch Jews. This historical event
On This Day: The 42 Martyrs of Amorium are killed after refusing to convert to Islam. (845)
On March 6, 845: The 42 Martyrs of Amorium are killed after refusing to convert to Islam. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the meaning of true sacrifice. Consid
On This Day: China holds a national day of mourning for martyrs who died in the fight against... (2020)
On April 4, 2020: China holds a national day of mourning for martyrs who died in the fight against the novel coronavirus disease outbreak. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustr
On This Day: Nineteen Catholics suffer martyrdom for their beliefs, in the Dutch town of... (1572)
On July 9, 1572: Nineteen Catholics suffer martyrdom for their beliefs, in the Dutch town of Gorkum. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the meaning of true sacrif
On This Day: World War II: Operation Persecution is initiated: Allied forces land in the... (1944)
On April 22, 1944: World War II: Operation Persecution is initiated: Allied forces land in the Hollandia (currently known as Jayapura) area of New Guinea. This historical event can serve as a powerfu
On This Day: Nazi Germany begins its persecution of Jehovah's Witnesses by shutting down the... (1933)
On April 24, 1933: Nazi Germany begins its persecution of Jehovah's Witnesses by shutting down the Watch Tower Society office in Magdeburg. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illust
On This Day: The thirteen Stratford Martyrs are burned at the stake near London for their... (1556)
On June 27, 1556: The thirteen Stratford Martyrs are burned at the stake near London for their Protestant beliefs. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the meaning
On This Day: The Diocletianic Persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire ends. (311)
On April 30, 311: The Diocletianic Persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire ends. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature of faith through his
Prayer for Persecuted Church
God who stands with the suffering, we remember today our brothers and sisters who follow You at great cost. Those imprisoned for faith. Those beaten for belief. Those martyred for witness. Be their
Matthew 5:3-12 (The Beatitudes) - Universal Perspective
The Beatitudes open Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, proclaiming kingdom values that invert worldly expectations. "Blessed" (makarios) announces divine favor on unlikely recipients: the poor, mourning, meek, and persecuted.
The Beatitudes: Kingdom Values in an Upside-Down World - Contemporary Example
The Beatitudes illustrate a radical inversion of societal values, emphasizing that those deemed cursed by the world are actually blessed in God's kingdom. This teaching highlights the importance of recognizing spiritual poverty, mourning over sin, and embracing humility as essential stages of transformation. Ultimately, living by these kingdom values may invite opposition, but it also aligns believers with God's promises and rewards.
The Beatitudes: Kingdom Values in an Upside-Down World - Story
The Beatitudes present a radical reversal of worldly values, highlighting that those considered cursed by society are actually blessed in the kingdom of God. This message emphasizes the importance of spiritual poverty, mourning over sin, and humility, which lead to a deeper hunger for righteousness. Despite the world's resistance to these values, Jesus assures believers that their faithfulness will be rewarded in heaven.
AI Illustration for John 9:24-34
Illustration about: Meeting with Jesus will give us eyes to see Him and His Love
From Seventy to a Multitude: God's Promise Fulfilled
The passage from Exodus highlights the humble beginnings of the Israelites in Egypt, emphasizing God's promise of multiplication and fruitfulness despite their oppression. It serves as a reminder of God's faithfulness and providential care, encouraging believers that His promises can flourish even in challenging circumstances.