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
A Modern Story of Economic Justice and the Kingdom - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Economic Justice and the Kingdom presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Li...
The AI & Human Dignity Challenge - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, AI & Human Dignity presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced s...
Real-World Sexuality - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, Sexuality presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in t...
The Faithfulness Challenge - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, Faithfulness presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar...
Finding God in Education & Wisdom - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, Education & Wisdom presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced s...
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...
Lessons from AI & Human Dignity - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, AI & Human Dignity presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar strug...
Lessons from Digital Addiction & Freedom - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, Digital Addiction & Freedom presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters wh...
The Mental Health & Spirituality Challenge - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth Mental health struggles are often hidden in our churches, yet they affect nearly everyone. Like the woman who touched Jesus' hem in the crowd, many suffer in ...
The Reconciliation and Forgiveness Challenge - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Reconciliation and Forgiveness presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like...
The Faithfulness Challenge - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Faithfulness presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced simil...
A Modern Story of Pentecost - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, Pentecost presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar st...
Finding God in Climate Change & Stewardship - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth The climate crisis is perhaps the greatest moral challenge of our generation. Like the parable of the talents, we have been entrusted with a precious gift - o...
A Modern Story of Pentecost - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, Pentecost presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in t...
When Inclusive Language for God Meets Real Life - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, Inclusive Language for God presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical char...
The Faithfulness Challenge - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, Faithfulness presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles i...
Modern Examples of Leading Toward Peace - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, Leading Toward Peace presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblica...
The Reconciliation and Forgiveness Challenge - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In our modern world, Reconciliation and Forgiveness presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical ch...
A Contemporary Hospitality Story - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In our modern world, Hospitality presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in t...
Finding Life in Everyday Moments - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In our modern world, Life presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their ti...
Finding God in Education & Wisdom - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Education & Wisdom presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced...
Lessons from AI & Human Dignity - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In our modern world, AI & Human Dignity presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggl...
Lessons from Enemy Love - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, Enemy Love presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced...
Modern Examples of Spirituality - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, Spirituality presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar...