Orthodox Illustrations
Theosis, liturgical tradition, patristic theology.
Key question: “How does this reveal the path to union with God?”
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On This Day: A Spanish squadron, led by Pascual Cervera y Topete, is defeated by an American... (1898)
On July 3, 1898: A Spanish squadron, led by Pascual Cervera y Topete, is defeated by an American squadron under William T. Sampson in the Battle of Santiago de Cuba. This historical event can serve a
On This Day: Pactum Sicardi, a peace treaty between the Principality of Benevento and the... (836)
On July 4, 836: Pactum Sicardi, a peace treaty between the Principality of Benevento and the Duchy of Naples, is signed. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pu
On This Day: World War II: The Royal Navy attacks the French naval squadron in Algeria, to... (1940)
On July 3, 1940: World War II: The Royal Navy attacks the French naval squadron in Algeria, to ensure that it will not fall under German control. Of the four French battleships present, one is sunk, t
On This Day: Austro-Prussian War is decided at the Battle of Königgrätz, enabling Prussia to... (1866)
On July 3, 1866: Austro-Prussian War is decided at the Battle of Königgrätz, enabling Prussia to exclude Austria from German affairs. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration
On This Day: United States Navy warship USS Vincennes shoots down Iran Air Flight 655 over... (1988)
On July 3, 1988: United States Navy warship USS Vincennes shoots down Iran Air Flight 655 over the Persian Gulf, killing all 290 people aboard. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon il
On This Day: American Revolutionary War: US forces under George Clark capture Kaskaskia... (1778)
On July 4, 1778: American Revolutionary War: US forces under George Clark capture Kaskaskia during the Illinois campaign. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how G
On This Day: The "Indian Independence Bill" is presented before the British House of Commons,... (1947)
On July 4, 1947: The "Indian Independence Bill" is presented before the British House of Commons, proposing the independence of the Provinces of British India into two sovereign countries: India and P
On This Day: The Treaty of Lancaster, in which the Iroquois cede lands between the Allegheny... (1744)
On July 4, 1744: The Treaty of Lancaster, in which the Iroquois cede lands between the Allegheny Mountains and the Ohio River to the British colonies, was signed in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This hist
On This Day: Santiago, Chile, is attacked by indigenous warriors, led by Michimalonco, to... (1541)
On September 11, 1541: Santiago, Chile, is attacked by indigenous warriors, led by Michimalonco, to free eight indigenous chiefs held captive by the Spaniards. This historical event can serve as a po
On This Day: Ulrich of Augsburg is canonized as a saint. (993)
On July 4, 993: Ulrich of Augsburg is canonized as a saint. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when
On This Day: History of Portugal: The first attempt at a Portuguese republican revolution... (1891)
On January 31, 1891: History of Portugal: The first attempt at a Portuguese republican revolution breaks out in the northern city of Porto. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illust
On This Day: Ottoman-Hungarian wars: The Siege of Nándorfehérvár (Belgrade) begins. (1456)
On July 4, 1456: Ottoman-Hungarian wars: The Siege of Nándorfehérvár (Belgrade) begins. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of his
On This Day: Jan Hus is condemned by the assembly of the council in the Konstanz Cathedral as... (1415)
On July 6, 1415: Jan Hus is condemned by the assembly of the council in the Konstanz Cathedral as a heretic and sentenced to be burned at the stake. This historical event can serve as a powerful serm
On This Day: Battle of Malplaquet: Great Britain, Netherlands, and Austria fight against... (1709)
On September 11, 1709: Battle of Malplaquet: Great Britain, Netherlands, and Austria fight against France. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works throug
On This Day: The Battle of Klushino is fought between forces of the Polish-Lithuanian... (1610)
On July 4, 1610: The Battle of Klushino is fought between forces of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and Russia during the Polish-Russian War, after which Polish troops entered Moscow. This histori
On This Day: Anglo-Zulu War: The Zululand capital of Ulundi is captured by British troops and... (1879)
On July 4, 1879: Anglo-Zulu War: The Zululand capital of Ulundi is captured by British troops and burned to the ground, ending the war and forcing King Cetshwayo to flee. This historical event can se
On This Day: World War I: An armistice between Russia and the Central Powers is signed. (1917)
On December 15, 1917: World War I: An armistice between Russia and the Central Powers is signed. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a brok
On This Day: World War I: The Battle of Hamel, a successful attack by the Australian Corps... (1918)
On July 4, 1918: World War I: The Battle of Hamel, a successful attack by the Australian Corps against German positions near the town of Le Hamel on the Western Front. This historical event can serve
On This Day: Richard III and Anne Neville are crowned King and Queen of England. (1483)
On July 6, 1483: Richard III and Anne Neville are crowned King and Queen of England. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider
On This Day: American Civil War: Siege of Vicksburg: The Confederate army in Vicksburg,... (1863)
On July 4, 1863: American Civil War: Siege of Vicksburg: The Confederate army in Vicksburg, Mississippi surrenders to Union forces under Ulysses S. Grant after 47 days of siege, contributing to the Un
On This Day: World War II: The Battle of Kursk, the largest full-scale battle in history and... (1943)
On July 4, 1943: World War II: The Battle of Kursk, the largest full-scale battle in history and the world's largest tank battle, begins in the village of Prokhorovka. This historical event can serve
On This Day: After 381 years of near-continuous colonial rule by various powers, the... (1946)
On July 4, 1946: After 381 years of near-continuous colonial rule by various powers, the Philippines attains full independence from the United States. This historical event can serve as a powerful se
On This Day: World War II: The Burning of the Riga synagogues: The Great Choral Synagogue in... (1941)
On July 4, 1941: World War II: The Burning of the Riga synagogues: The Great Choral Synagogue in German-occupied Riga is burnt with 300 Jews locked in the basement. This historical event can serve as
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