Prosperity Gospel Illustrations
Faith for blessing, positive confession, abundant life.
Key question: “How does this promise God's blessing and abundance?”
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On This Day: The Saint James Church massacre occurs in Kenilworth, Cape Town, South Africa. (1993)
On July 25, 1993: The Saint James Church massacre occurs in Kenilworth, Cape Town, South Africa. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature of faith t
On This Day: Kosovo War: The Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and NATO sign a peace treaty. (1999)
On June 9, 1999: Kosovo War: The Federal Republic of Yugoslavia and NATO sign a peace treaty. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken
On This Day: Louis Blériot makes the first flight across the English Channel in a... (1909)
On July 25, 1909: Louis Blériot makes the first flight across the English Channel in a heavier-than-air machine from Calais to Dover, England, United Kingdom in 37 minutes. This historical event can
On This Day: American Revolutionary War: The war's last action, the Siege of Cuddalore, is... (1783)
On July 25, 1783: American Revolutionary War: The war's last action, the Siege of Cuddalore, is ended by a preliminary peace agreement. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustrati
On This Day: American Civil War: The Battle of Brandy Station in Virginia, the largest... (1863)
On June 9, 1863: American Civil War: The Battle of Brandy Station in Virginia, the largest cavalry battle on American soil, ends Confederate cavalry dominance in the eastern theater. This historical
On This Day: French and Indian War: In Western New York, British forces capture Fort Niagara... (1759)
On July 25, 1759: French and Indian War: In Western New York, British forces capture Fort Niagara from the French, who subsequently abandon Fort Rouillé. This historical event can serve as a powerful
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
On This Day: Napoleon Bonaparte defeats a numerically superior Ottoman army under Mustafa... (1799)
On July 25, 1799: Napoleon Bonaparte defeats a numerically superior Ottoman army under Mustafa Pasha at the Battle of Abukir. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about h
On This Day: World War I: Brazil declares war on the Central Powers. (1917)
On October 26, 1917: World War I: Brazil declares war on the Central Powers. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consi
On This Day: Boris Johnson becomes Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after defeating... (2019)
On July 24, 2019: Boris Johnson becomes Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after defeating Jeremy Hunt in a leadership contest, succeeding Theresa May. This historical event can serve as a powerful
On This Day: Dhofar Rebellion: British SAS units help the Omani government against Popular... (1972)
On July 19, 1972: Dhofar Rebellion: British SAS units help the Omani government against Popular Front for the Liberation of Oman rebels in the Battle of Mirbat. This historical event can serve as a p
On This Day: Syrian civil war: The People's Protection Units (YPG) capture the city of Kobanî... (2012)
On July 19, 2012: Syrian civil war: The People's Protection Units (YPG) capture the city of Kobanî without resistance, starting the Rojava conflict in Northeast Syria. This historical event can serve
On This Day: World War II: Benito Mussolini is forced out of office by the King (encouraged... (1943)
On July 25, 1943: World War II: Benito Mussolini is forced out of office by the King (encouraged by the Grand Council of Fascism) and is replaced by Pietro Badoglio. This historical event can serve a
On This Day: Austro-Prussian War: Battle of Lissa: The Austrian Navy, led by Admiral Wilhelm... (1866)
On July 20, 1866: Austro-Prussian War: Battle of Lissa: The Austrian Navy, led by Admiral Wilhelm von Tegetthoff, defeats the Italian Navy near the island of Vis in the Adriatic Sea. This historical
On This Day: World War II: Rome is heavily bombed by more than 500 Allied aircraft,... (1943)
On July 19, 1943: World War II: Rome is heavily bombed by more than 500 Allied aircraft, inflicting thousands of casualties. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about ho
On This Day: American Civil War: Stonewall Jackson concludes his successful Shenandoah Valley... (1862)
On June 9, 1862: American Civil War: Stonewall Jackson concludes his successful Shenandoah Valley Campaign with a victory in the Battle of Port Republic. This historical event can serve as a powerful
On This Day: The First Sino-Japanese War begins when the Japanese fire upon a Chinese... (1894)
On July 25, 1894: The First Sino-Japanese War begins when the Japanese fire upon a Chinese warship. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human di
On This Day: A revolutionary Irish parliament is founded and declares the independence of the... (1919)
On January 21, 1919: A revolutionary Irish parliament is founded and declares the independence of the Irish Republic. One of the first engagements of the Irish War of Independence takes place. This h
On This Day: The League of Nations awards mandates of Togoland to France and Tanganyika to... (1922)
On July 20, 1922: The League of Nations awards mandates of Togoland to France and Tanganyika to the United Kingdom. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leade
On This Day: Treaty of San Germano is signed at San Germano between Holy Roman Emperor... (1230)
On July 20, 1230: Treaty of San Germano is signed at San Germano between Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II and Pope Gregory IX. A Dominican named Guala is responsible for the negotiations. This histori
On This Day: World War II: The People's Army of Vietnam is formed to resist Japanese... (1944)
On December 22, 1944: World War II: The People's Army of Vietnam is formed to resist Japanese occupation of Indochina, now Vietnam. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration a
On This Day: The first Women's Rights Convention in Seneca Falls, New York, a two-day event,... (1848)
On July 20, 1848: The first Women's Rights Convention in Seneca Falls, New York, a two-day event, concludes. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's heart for ju
On This Day: The Greek Army takes control of Silivri after Greece is awarded the city by the... (1920)
On July 20, 1920: The Greek Army takes control of Silivri after Greece is awarded the city by the Paris Peace Conference; by 1923 Greece effectively lost control to the Turks. This historical event c
On This Day: New York City passes the Sullivan Ordinance, making it illegal for women to... (1908)
On January 21, 1908: New York City passes the Sullivan Ordinance, making it illegal for women to smoke in public, only to have the measure vetoed by the mayor. This historical event can serve as a po