Non-denominational Illustrations
Biblical simplicity, contemporary relevance, practical application.
Key question: “What is the plain meaning and practical application of this text?”
10719 illustrations found
When Crisis & Hope Meets Faith - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In our modern world, Crisis & Hope presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in...
A Modern Story of Pentecost - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In our modern world, Pentecost presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in the...
A Modern Story of Pentecost - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Pentecost presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar ...
God's View on Education & Wisdom - Commentary
A biblical commentary on this insight In our contemporary world, Education & Wisdom presents unique challenges and opportunities for people of faith. The biblical text of Proverbs 3:5-6 offers timele...
Scripture and Clobbering the Clobber Texts - Reflection
A theological reflection on this insight In our contemporary context, Clobbering the Clobber Texts presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. The biblical t...
Biblical Truth About Safety - Application
A practical application of this insight In our contemporary world, Safety presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. The biblical text of John 3:16 offers timeless wisdom that sp...
Scriptural Insight: AI & Human Dignity - Application
A practical application of this insight In our contemporary world, AI & Human Dignity presents unique challenges and opportunities for people of faith. The biblical text of Micah 6:8 offers timeless ...
Scriptural Insight: Crisis & Hope - Reflection
A theological reflection on this insight In our contemporary world, Crisis & Hope presents unique challenges and opportunities for people of faith. The biblical text of 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 offers ti...
Biblical Truth About Excellence - Application
A practical application of this insight In our contemporary world, Excellence presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. The biblical text of Romans 12:2 offers timeless wisdom t...
Scriptural Insight: Economic Inequality & Generosity - Commentary
A biblical commentary on this insight In our contemporary world, Economic Inequality & Generosity presents unique challenges and opportunities for people of faith. The biblical text of Jeremiah 29:11...
Scriptural Insight: AI & Human Dignity - Reflection
A theological reflection on this insight In our contemporary world, AI & Human Dignity presents unique challenges and opportunities for people of faith. The biblical text of Micah 6:8 offers timeless...
Scripture and Pentecost - Reflection
A theological reflection on this insight In our contemporary world, Pentecost presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. The biblical text of Romans 8:28 offers timeless wisdom t...
Scriptural Insight: Angels - Commentary
A biblical commentary on this insight In our contemporary world, Angels presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. The biblical text of 2 Corinthians 5:17 offers timeless wisdom ...
Scriptural Insight: Angels - Application
A practical application of this insight In our contemporary world, Angels presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. The biblical text of 2 Corinthians 5:17 offers timeless wisdo...
Biblical Wisdom for Other - Commentary
A biblical commentary on this insight In our contemporary world, Other presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. The biblical text of 2 Corinthians 5:17 offers timeless wisdom t...
Scripture and Mercy - Commentary
A biblical commentary on this insight In our contemporary world, Mercy presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. The biblical text of Romans 8:28 offers timeless wisdom that spe...
Scriptural Insight: We are Imago Dei - Reflection
A theological reflection on this insight In our contemporary context, We are Imago Dei presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. The biblical text of Acts ...
The Unburnt Bush: Seeing God in the Ordinary
The story of Moses and the burning bush is not just an ancient tale, but a powerful reminder of how God often reveals Himself in the most unexpected places. Think of the film
The Weight of Expectations: Hagar and Modern Disappointments
Genesis 16 presents a timeless struggle: the clash between divine promise and human impatience. Sarai, unable to conceive, proposes a solution rooted in the cultural norms of her time – Abram taking H...
From Seventy Souls to a Mighty Nation: A Reflection on Growth and Providence
The opening verses of Exodus paint a picture of humble beginnings. Seventy souls, the descendants of Jacob, enter Egypt. Fast forward, and verse 7 bursts forth with the image of the Israelites flouris...
On This Day: Second Northern War: Battle of Warsaw begins. (1656)
On July 28, 1656: Second Northern War: Battle of Warsaw begins. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it ...
On This Day: Klaus Barbie goes on trial in Lyon for war crimes committed during World War II. (1987)
On May 11, 1987: Klaus Barbie goes on trial in Lyon for war crimes committed during World War II. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the eve...
On This Day: First Barbary War: The Barbary pirates of Tripoli declare war on the United... (1801)
On May 10, 1801: First Barbary War: The Barbary pirates of Tripoli declare war on the United States of America. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation ...
On This Day: Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette become King and Queen of France. (1774)
On May 10, 1774: Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette become King and Queen of France. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider usin...