Pentecostal/Charismatic Illustrations
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On This Day: The National Protection War breaks out against the Empire of China, as military... (1915)
On December 25, 1915: The National Protection War breaks out against the Empire of China, as military leaders Cai E and Tang Jiyao proclaim the independence of Yunnan and begin a campaign to restore t
On This Day: World War II: The liberation of Yugoslavia from Axis occupation continues.... (1944)
On September 12, 1944: World War II: The liberation of Yugoslavia from Axis occupation continues. Bajina Baลกta in western Serbia is among the liberated cities. This historical event can serve as a po
On This Day: James Ussher's purported creation date of the world according to the Bible. (4004 BC)
On October 23, 4004 BC: James Ussher's purported creation date of the world according to the Bible. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature of fait
On This Day: American Civil War: The Battle of Westport is the last significant engagement... (1864)
On October 23, 1864: American Civil War: The Battle of Westport is the last significant engagement west of the Mississippi River, ending in a Union victory. This historical event can serve as a power
On This Day: Peter III of Aragon becomes the King of Sicily. (1282)
On September 4, 1282: Peter III of Aragon becomes the King of Sicily. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when p
On This Day: The two German states and the Four Powers sign the Treaty on the Final... (1990)
On September 12, 1990: The two German states and the Four Powers sign the Treaty on the Final Settlement with Respect to Germany in Moscow, paving the way for German reunification. This historical ev
On This Day: Second Sino-Japanese War: Harbin, Manchuria, falls to Japan. (1932)
On February 4, 1932: Second Sino-Japanese War: Harbin, Manchuria, falls to Japan. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.
On This Day: American Civil War: In Montgomery, Alabama, delegates from six breakaway U.S.... (1861)
On February 4, 1861: American Civil War: In Montgomery, Alabama, delegates from six breakaway U.S. states meet and initiate the process that would form the Confederate States of America on February 8.
On This Day: North Korea launches its controversial Kwangmyลngsลng-2 satellite. The satellite... (2009)
On April 5, 2009: North Korea launches its controversial Kwangmyลngsลng-2 satellite. The satellite passed over mainland Japan, which prompted an immediate reaction from the United Nations Security Cou
On This Day: Battle of Tangier: a Portuguese expeditionary force initiates a failed attempt... (1437)
On September 13, 1437: Battle of Tangier: a Portuguese expeditionary force initiates a failed attempt to seize the Moroccan citadel of Tangier. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon il
On This Day: John Marshall is sworn in as Chief Justice of the United States. (1801)
On February 4, 1801: John Marshall is sworn in as Chief Justice of the United States. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's heart for justice and righteousness
On This Day: Anglo-Egyptian War: The Battle of Tel el-Kebir is fought. (1882)
On September 13, 1882: Anglo-Egyptian War: The Battle of Tel el-Kebir is fought. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. C
On This Day: The Philippine-American War begins when four Filipino soldiers enter the... (1899)
On February 4, 1899: The Philippine-American War begins when four Filipino soldiers enter the "American Zone" in Manila, igniting the Battle of Manila. This historical event can serve as a powerful s
On This Day: The final act of the Greco-Turkish War, the Great Fire of Smyrna, commences. (1922)
On September 13, 1922: The final act of the Greco-Turkish War, the Great Fire of Smyrna, commences. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the e
On This Day: Carrie, the first novel by American author Stephen King, is published for the... (1974)
On April 5, 1974: Carrie, the first novel by American author Stephen King, is published for the first time with a print run of 30,000 copies. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illu
On This Day: John Rogers is burned at the stake, becoming the first English Protestant martyr... (1555)
On February 4, 1555: John Rogers is burned at the stake, becoming the first English Protestant martyr under Mary I of England. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about
On This Day: Northwest Indian War: General "Mad Anthony" Wayne and a 300 man detachment... (1793)
On December 25, 1793: Northwest Indian War: General "Mad Anthony" Wayne and a 300 man detachment identify the site of St. Clair's 1791 defeat by the large number of unburied human remains at modern Fo
On This Day: Iraq War: President Barack Obama announces that the withdrawal of United States... (2011)
On October 21, 2011: Iraq War: President Barack Obama announces that the withdrawal of United States troops from Iraq will be complete by the end of the year. This historical event can serve as a pow
On This Day: The French legislature abolishes slavery throughout all territories of the... (1794)
On February 4, 1794: The French legislature abolishes slavery throughout all territories of the French First Republic. It would be reestablished in the French West Indies in 1802. This historical eve
On This Day: World War II: Beginning of the Battle of Stalingrad. (1942)
On August 23, 1942: World War II: Beginning of the Battle of Stalingrad. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider
On This Day: Bolivia declares war on Chile, and Chile declares war on Peru, starting the War... (1879)
On April 5, 1879: Bolivia declares war on Chile, and Chile declares war on Peru, starting the War of the Pacific. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works
On This Day: The War of Jenkins' Ear begins with the first attack on La Guaira. (1739)
On October 22, 1739: The War of Jenkins' Ear begins with the first attack on La Guaira. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery. Con
On This Day: World War II: Kharkiv is liberated by the Soviet Red Army for the second time... (1943)
On August 23, 1943: World War II: Kharkiv is liberated by the Soviet Red Army for the second time after the Battle of Kursk. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about th
On This Day: Coronation of Mieszko II Lambert as king of Poland. (1025)
On December 25, 1025: Coronation of Mieszko II Lambert as king of Poland. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it wh