Biblical Inerrantist Illustrations
Biblical inerrancy, doctrinal fidelity, literal interpretation.
Key question: “What does a literal reading reveal about biblical truth?”
15832 illustrations found
On This Day: King Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden was killed at the Battle of Lützen during the... (1632)
On November 16, 1632: King Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden was killed at the Battle of Lützen during the Thirty Years' War. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly l
On This Day: Iva Toguri D'Aquino, a Japanese American who broadcast under the name Orphan... (1945)
On September 5, 1945: Iva Toguri D'Aquino, a Japanese American who broadcast under the name Orphan Annie during World War II, is arrested in Yokohama by U.S. military authorities amid widespread specu
On This Day: American Revolutionary War: The Battle of Groton Heights takes place, resulting... (1781)
On September 6, 1781: American Revolutionary War: The Battle of Groton Heights takes place, resulting in a British victory. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how
On This Day: The Mechanics' Institution is established in Manchester, England at the... (1824)
On April 7, 1824: The Mechanics' Institution is established in Manchester, England at the Bridgewater Arms hotel, as part of a national movement for the education of working men. The institute is the
On This Day: End of Burmese-Siamese War (1765-1767). (1767)
On April 7, 1767: End of Burmese-Siamese War (1765-1767). This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when p
On This Day: World War II: In support of the Battle of Hürtgen Forest, the town of Düren is... (1944)
On November 16, 1944: World War II: In support of the Battle of Hürtgen Forest, the town of Düren is destroyed by Allied aircraft. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration ab
On This Day: Vietnam War: President Richard Nixon announces his decision to quicken the pace... (1971)
On April 7, 1971: Vietnam War: President Richard Nixon announces his decision to quicken the pace of Vietnamization. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly lead
On This Day: The Battle of Dayr al-'Aqul saves Baghdad from the Saffarids. (876)
On April 8, 876: The Battle of Dayr al-'Aqul saves Baghdad from the Saffarids. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Con
On This Day: Half-Life 2 is released, a game winning 39 Game of the Year awards and being... (2004)
On November 16, 2004: Half-Life 2 is released, a game winning 39 Game of the Year awards and being cited as one of the best games ever made. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illus
On This Day: French victory in the Battle of Melle allows them to capture Ghent in the days... (1745)
On July 9, 1745: French victory in the Battle of Melle allows them to capture Ghent in the days after. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through th
On This Day: Egyptian-Ottoman War: Egyptian forces decisively defeat Ottoman troops at the... (1832)
On December 21, 1832: Egyptian-Ottoman War: Egyptian forces decisively defeat Ottoman troops at the Battle of Konya. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God wo
On This Day: French Revolutionary Wars: Battle of the Bridge of Arcole: French forces defeat... (1796)
On November 17, 1796: French Revolutionary Wars: Battle of the Bridge of Arcole: French forces defeat the Austrians in Italy. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about h
On This Day: In Egypt, the Suez Canal, linking the Mediterranean Sea with the Red Sea, is... (1869)
On November 17, 1869: In Egypt, the Suez Canal, linking the Mediterranean Sea with the Red Sea, is inaugurated. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadershi
On This Day: American Civil War: Siege of Knoxville begins: During the Knoxville campaign,... (1863)
On November 17, 1863: American Civil War: Siege of Knoxville begins: During the Knoxville campaign, Confederate forces under General James Longstreet besiege the city of Knoxville, Tennessee and its U
On This Day: First assassination attempt against Umberto I of Italy by anarchist Giovanni... (1878)
On November 17, 1878: First assassination attempt against Umberto I of Italy by anarchist Giovanni Passannante, who was armed with a dagger. The King survived with a slight wound in an arm. Prime Mini
On This Day: Serbo-Bulgarian War: The decisive Battle of Slivnitsa begins. (1885)
On November 17, 1885: Serbo-Bulgarian War: The decisive Battle of Slivnitsa begins. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history
On This Day: NATO begins peacekeeping in Bosnia. (1995)
On December 20, 1995: NATO begins peacekeeping in Bosnia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken world. Consider using it when preach
On This Day: The Zapatista Army of National Liberation is founded in Mexico. (1983)
On November 17, 1983: The Zapatista Army of National Liberation is founded in Mexico. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consi
On This Day: Vietnam War: Lieutenant William Calley goes on trial for the My Lai Massacre. (1970)
On November 17, 1970: Vietnam War: Lieutenant William Calley goes on trial for the My Lai Massacre. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the e
On This Day: The old St. Peter's Basilica is consecrated by Pope Sylvester I. (326)
On November 18, 326: The old St. Peter's Basilica is consecrated by Pope Sylvester I. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of histo
On This Day: Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger's tenure as the governor of California began. (2003)
On November 17, 2003: Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger's tenure as the governor of California began. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact
On This Day: Maginulfo is elected Antipope Sylvester IV in opposition to Pope Paschal II. (1105)
On November 18, 1105: Maginulfo is elected Antipope Sylvester IV in opposition to Pope Paschal II. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the ev
On This Day: King Christian IX of Denmark signs the November constitution that declares... (1863)
On November 18, 1863: King Christian IX of Denmark signs the November constitution that declares Schleswig to be part of Denmark. This is seen by the German Confederation as a violation of the London
On This Day: George III and Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz are crowned King and Queen,... (1761)
On September 22, 1761: George III and Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz are crowned King and Queen, respectively, of the Kingdom of Great Britain. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon