Non-denominational Illustrations
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On This Day: World War I: Japan declares war on Germany. (1914)
On August 23, 1914: World War I: Japan declares war on Germany. 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: The U.S. invasion of Afghanistan begins with an air assault and covert... (2001)
On October 7, 2001: The U.S. invasion of Afghanistan begins with an air assault and covert operations on the ground, starting the longest war in American history. This historical event can serve as a
On This Day: Sikh nationalists declare the independence of Khalistan from India; it is not... (1987)
On October 7, 1987: Sikh nationalists declare the independence of Khalistan from India; it is not internationally recognized. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about t
On This Day: Christian II of Denmark is deposed as king of Sweden and Gustav Vasa is elected... (1521)
On August 23, 1521: Christian II of Denmark is deposed as king of Sweden and Gustav Vasa is elected regent. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature
On This Day: Mother Teresa establishes the Missionaries of Charity. (1950)
On October 7, 1950: Mother Teresa establishes the Missionaries of Charity. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about showing Christ-like compassion to others. Consider u
On This Day: Franco-Prussian War: LΓ©on Gambetta escapes the siege of Paris in a hot-air... (1870)
On October 7, 1870: Franco-Prussian War: LΓ©on Gambetta escapes the siege of Paris in a hot-air balloon. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through t
On This Day: Willem II becomes King of the Netherlands. (1840)
On October 7, 1840: Willem II becomes King of the Netherlands. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preachin
On This Day: American Revolutionary War: American militia defeat royalist irregulars led by... (1780)
On October 7, 1780: American Revolutionary War: American militia defeat royalist irregulars led by British major Patrick Ferguson at the Battle of Kings Mountain in South Carolina, often regarded as t
On This Day: Battle of Cassel: French troops stop an uprising of Flemish farmers. (1328)
On August 23, 1328: Battle of Cassel: French troops stop an uprising of Flemish farmers. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of hi
On This Day: The Battle of Chaldiran ends with a decisive victory for the Sultan Selim I,... (1514)
On August 23, 1514: The Battle of Chaldiran ends with a decisive victory for the Sultan Selim I, Ottoman Empire, over the Shah Ismail I, founder of the Safavid dynasty. This historical event can serv
On This Day: King George III issues the Royal Proclamation of 1763, closing Indigenous lands... (1763)
On October 7, 1763: King George III issues the Royal Proclamation of 1763, closing Indigenous lands in North America north and west of the Alleghenies to white settlements. This historical event can
On This Day: Uppsala University is inaugurated after receiving its corporate rights from Pope... (1477)
On October 7, 1477: Uppsala University is inaugurated after receiving its corporate rights from Pope Sixtus IV in February the same year. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustra
On This Day: Ladislaus the Posthumous is crowned king of Bohemia in Prague. (1453)
On October 28, 1453: Ladislaus the Posthumous is crowned king of Bohemia in Prague. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider u
On This Day: Venetian-Genoese wars: The Genoese fleet under a French admiral is defeated by a... (1403)
On October 7, 1403: Venetian-Genoese wars: The Genoese fleet under a French admiral is defeated by a Venetian fleet at the Battle of Modon. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illust
On This Day: The United States Senate confirms Brett Kavanaugh as a Supreme Court Associate... (2018)
On October 6, 2018: The United States Senate confirms Brett Kavanaugh as a Supreme Court Associate Justice, ending a contentious confirmation process. This historical event can serve as a powerful se
On This Day: French Wars of Religion: Mob violence against thousands of Huguenots in Paris... (1572)
On August 23, 1572: French Wars of Religion: Mob violence against thousands of Huguenots in Paris results in the St. Bartholomew's Day massacre. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon i
On This Day: Pope John Paul II becomes the first pontiff to visit the White House. (1979)
On October 6, 1979: Pope John Paul II becomes the first pontiff to visit the White House. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery. C
On This Day: Premier Hua Guofeng arrests the Gang of Four, ending the Cultural Revolution in... (1976)
On October 6, 1976: Premier Hua Guofeng arrests the Gang of Four, ending the Cultural Revolution in China. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works throug
On This Day: World War II: The Battle of Kock is the final combat of the September Campaign... (1939)
On October 6, 1939: World War II: The Battle of Kock is the final combat of the September Campaign in Poland. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works thr
On This Day: Revolution of 1934: The President of the autonomous government of Catalonia,... (1934)
On October 6, 1934: Revolution of 1934: The President of the autonomous government of Catalonia, LluΓs Companys, proclaims the Catalan State with the support of the Worker's Alliance. This historical
On This Day: Long Turkish War: Wallachian prince Michael the Brave confronts the Ottoman army... (1595)
On August 23, 1595: Long Turkish War: Wallachian prince Michael the Brave confronts the Ottoman army in the Battle of CΔlugΔreni and achieves a tactical victory. This historical event can serve as a
On This Day: American Revolutionary War: King George III delivers his Proclamation of... (1775)
On August 23, 1775: American Revolutionary War: King George III delivers his Proclamation of Rebellion to the Court of St James's stating that the American colonies have proceeded to a state of open a
On This Day: The first Constitution of Turkey is adopted, making fundamental changes in the... (1921)
On January 20, 1921: The first Constitution of Turkey is adopted, making fundamental changes in the source and exercise of sovereignty by consecrating the principle of national sovereignty. This hist
On This Day: Vietnam War, Battle of Khe Sanh: One of the most publicized and controversial... (1968)
On January 21, 1968: Vietnam War, Battle of Khe Sanh: One of the most publicized and controversial battles of the war begins. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about h