Reformed/Presbyterian Illustrations
Sovereignty of God, covenant theology, systematic doctrine.
Key question: “How does this reveal God's sovereignty and covenant faithfulness?”
16483 illustrations found
On This Day: The Communist Party of the Philippines is established by Jose Maria Sison,... (1968)
On December 26, 1968: The Communist Party of the Philippines is established by Jose Maria Sison, breaking away from the Partido Komunista ng Pilipinas-1930. This historical event can serve as a power
On This Day: Orange Revolution: The final run-off election in Ukraine is held under heavy... (2004)
On December 26, 2004: Orange Revolution: The final run-off election in Ukraine is held under heavy international scrutiny. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how
On This Day: Portugal and England sign the Methuen Treaty which allows Portugal to export... (1703)
On December 27, 1703: Portugal and England sign the Methuen Treaty which allows Portugal to export wines to England on favorable trade terms. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illu
On This Day: Winter War: Finland holds off a Soviet attack in the Battle of Kelja. (1939)
On December 27, 1939: Winter War: Finland holds off a Soviet attack in the Battle of Kelja. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of
On This Day: Protestant paramilitary leader Billy Wright is assassinated in Northern Ireland,... (1997)
On December 27, 1997: Protestant paramilitary leader Billy Wright is assassinated in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly le
On This Day: The Marathas defeat the Adilshahi forces in the Battle of Kolhapur. (1659)
On December 28, 1659: The Marathas defeat the Adilshahi forces in the Battle of Kolhapur. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of h
On This Day: American Civil War: Governor of Massachusetts John Albion Andrew receives... (1863)
On January 26, 1863: American Civil War: Governor of Massachusetts John Albion Andrew receives permission from the Secretary of War to raise a militia organization for men of African descent. This hi
On This Day: Spain recognizes the independence of Mexico with the signing of the Santa... (1836)
On December 28, 1836: Spain recognizes the independence of Mexico with the signing of the Santa María-Calatrava Treaty. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gif
On This Day: The European Community recognizes the independence of the Baltic states of... (1991)
On August 27, 1991: The European Community recognizes the independence of the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about t
On This Day: Theodoric, king of the Ostrogoths, defeats Odoacer at the Battle of Isonzo,... (489)
On August 28, 489: Theodoric, king of the Ostrogoths, defeats Odoacer at the Battle of Isonzo, forcing his way into Italy. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godl
On This Day: Second English Civil War: The Siege of Colchester ends when Royalist Forces... (1648)
On August 28, 1648: Second English Civil War: The Siege of Colchester ends when Royalist Forces surrender to the Parliamentary Forces after eleven weeks. This historical event can serve as a powerful
On This Day: Napoleonic Wars: The French Navy accepts the surrender of a British Royal Navy... (1810)
On August 28, 1810: Napoleonic Wars: The French Navy accepts the surrender of a British Royal Navy fleet at the Battle of Grand Port. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration
On This Day: The launch of HMS Warrior, with her combination of screw propeller, iron hull... (1860)
On December 29, 1860: The launch of HMS Warrior, with her combination of screw propeller, iron hull and iron armour, renders all previous warships obsolete. This historical event can serve as a power
On This Day: The military coup of Gen. Martinez Campos in Sagunto ends the failed First... (1874)
On December 29, 1874: The military coup of Gen. Martinez Campos in Sagunto ends the failed First Spanish Republic and the monarchy is restored as Prince Alfonso is proclaimed King of Spain. This hist
On This Day: Mongolia gains independence from the Qing dynasty, enthroning 8th Jebtsundamba... (1911)
On December 29, 1911: Mongolia gains independence from the Qing dynasty, enthroning 8th Jebtsundamba Khutughtu as Khagan of Mongolia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration
On This Day: Battle of Glenmama: The combined forces of Munster and Meath under king Brian... (999)
On December 30, 999: Battle of Glenmama: The combined forces of Munster and Meath under king Brian Boru inflict a crushing defeat on the allied armies of Leinster and Dublin near Lyons Hill in Ireland
On This Day: Queen Anne's War: James Moore, Governor of the Province of Carolina, abandons... (1702)
On December 30, 1702: Queen Anne's War: James Moore, Governor of the Province of Carolina, abandons the Siege of St. Augustine. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about
On This Day: The Treaty of St. Louis between the United States and the Shawnee Nation is... (1825)
On December 30, 1825: The Treaty of St. Louis between the United States and the Shawnee Nation is proclaimed. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of pe
On This Day: Following the Wounded Knee Massacre, the United States Army and Lakota warriors... (1890)
On December 30, 1890: Following the Wounded Knee Massacre, the United States Army and Lakota warriors face off in the Drexel Mission Fight. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illust
On This Day: Subhas Chandra Bose raises the flag of Indian independence at Port Blair. (1943)
On December 30, 1943: Subhas Chandra Bose raises the flag of Indian independence at Port Blair. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberat
On This Day: The Guatemalan Air Force sinks several Mexican fishing boats alleged to have... (1958)
On December 30, 1958: The Guatemalan Air Force sinks several Mexican fishing boats alleged to have breached maritime borders, killing three and sparking international tension. This historical event c
On This Day: Battle of Englefield: The Vikings clash with ealdorman Æthelwulf of Berkshire.... (870)
On December 31, 870: Battle of Englefield: The Vikings clash with ealdorman Æthelwulf of Berkshire. The invaders are driven back to Reading (East Anglia); many Danes are killed. This historical event
On This Day: The Guinea-Bissau War of Independence officially begins when PAIGC guerrilla... (1963)
On January 23, 1963: The Guinea-Bissau War of Independence officially begins when PAIGC guerrilla fighters attack the Portuguese Army stationed in Tite. This historical event can serve as a powerful
On This Day: Charles Lindbergh makes his Des Moines speech accusing the British, Jews and... (1941)
On September 11, 1941: Charles Lindbergh makes his Des Moines speech accusing the British, Jews and FDR's administration of conspiring for war with Germany. This historical event can serve as a power