Catholic Illustrations
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On This Day: The Peruvian Navy is established during the War of Independence. (1821)
On October 8, 1821: The Peruvian Navy is established during the War of Independence. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consid
On This Day: War of the Pacific: The Chilean Navy defeats the Peruvian Navy in the Battle of... (1879)
On October 8, 1879: War of the Pacific: The Chilean Navy defeats the Peruvian Navy in the Battle of Angamos. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works thro
On This Day: The Battle of Myriokephalon is the last attempt by the Byzantine Empire to... (1176)
On September 17, 1176: The Battle of Myriokephalon is the last attempt by the Byzantine Empire to recover central Anatolia from the Seljuk Turks. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon
On This Day: Australia's Ken Warby sets the current world water speed record of 275.97 knots... (1978)
On October 8, 1978: Australia's Ken Warby sets the current world water speed record of 275.97 knots at Blowering Dam, Australia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration abou
On This Day: Carloman I and Charlemagne are crowned kings of the Franks. (768)
On October 9, 768: Carloman I and Charlemagne are crowned kings of the Franks. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using
On This Day: Roger Williams is banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony after religious and... (1635)
On October 9, 1635: Roger Williams is banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony after religious and policy disagreements. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the
On This Day: Lisbon Regicide: King Carlos I of Portugal and Infante Luis Filipe are shot dead... (1908)
On February 1, 1908: Lisbon Regicide: King Carlos I of Portugal and Infante Luis Filipe are shot dead in Lisbon. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadersh
On This Day: War of 1812: In a naval engagement on Lake Erie, American forces capture two... (1812)
On October 9, 1812: War of 1812: In a naval engagement on Lake Erie, American forces capture two British ships: HMS Detroit and HMS Caledonia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon ill
On This Day: Guayaquil declares independence from Spain. (1820)
On October 9, 1820: Guayaquil declares independence from Spain. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it when prea
On This Day: The Cook Islands become a territory of the United Kingdom. (1900)
On October 9, 1900: The Cook Islands become a territory of the United Kingdom. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using
On This Day: During the Let Yet Kone massacre, the Burmese military kills 13 villagers,... (2022)
On September 16, 2022: During the Let Yet Kone massacre, the Burmese military kills 13 villagers, including eight children, after attacking a school in Sagaing Region, Myanmar. This historical event
On This Day: Vietnam War: the Republic of Korea Army commits the Binh Tai Massacre. (1966)
On October 9, 1966: Vietnam War: the Republic of Korea Army commits the Binh Tai Massacre. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of
On This Day: The Battle of Karbala marks the martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali. (680)
On October 10, 680: The Battle of Karbala marks the martyrdom of Husayn ibn Ali. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the meaning of true sacrifice. Consider using
On This Day: War of 1812: The United States Revenue Marine attempts to defend the cutter... (1814)
On October 10, 1814: War of 1812: The United States Revenue Marine attempts to defend the cutter Eagle from the Royal Navy. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how
On This Day: Papua New Guinea gains independence from Australia. (1975)
On September 16, 1975: Papua New Guinea gains independence from Australia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using i
On This Day: The Outer Space Treaty comes into force. (1967)
On October 10, 1967: The Outer Space Treaty comes into force. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken world. Consider using it when pr
On This Day: Russia-United Kingdom relations are restored, over six years after the Communist... (1924)
On February 1, 1924: Russia-United Kingdom relations are restored, over six years after the Communist revolution. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leaders
On This Day: King Crimson releases their debut album, In the Court of the Crimson King. (1969)
On October 10, 1969: King Crimson releases their debut album, In the Court of the Crimson King. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact
On This Day: World War II: Italian troops conquer Sidi Barrani. (1940)
On September 16, 1940: World War II: Italian troops conquer Sidi Barrani. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider
On This Day: The peerage and clergy restrict the authority of English kings with the... (1311)
On October 11, 1311: The peerage and clergy restrict the authority of English kings with the Ordinances of 1311. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadersh
On This Day: In Washington, D.C., the Daughters of the American Revolution is founded. (1890)
On October 11, 1890: In Washington, D.C., the Daughters of the American Revolution is founded. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.
On This Day: First Balkan War: The day after the Battle of Sarantaporo, Greek troops liberate... (1912)
On October 11, 1912: First Balkan War: The day after the Battle of Sarantaporo, Greek troops liberate the city of Kozani. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the g
On This Day: With the Grito de Dolores, Father Miguel Hidalgo begins Mexico's fight for... (1810)
On September 16, 1810: With the Grito de Dolores, Father Miguel Hidalgo begins Mexico's fight for independence from Spain. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the
On This Day: Slavery is abolished in Mauritius. (1835)
On February 1, 1835: Slavery is abolished in Mauritius. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the dignity and worth of every person made in God's image. Consider usi