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God's absolute sovereignty, covenant theology, and Westminster Confessional standards.
Key question: “How does this text display God's sovereign grace and purpose, and ultimately bring glory to His name?”
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Teaching on Scripture Meditation from Bernard of Clairvaux: Bernard of Clairvaux: Scripture and the Song of Songs
On November 27, 1984: Under the Brussels Agreement signed between the governments of the United Kingdom and Spain, the former agrees to enter into discussions with Spain over Gibraltar, including sovereignty. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon...
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.
On April 23, 1968: Vietnam War: Student protesters at Columbia University in New York City take over administration buildings and shut down the university. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.
God who sees, for those sitting in isolation tonight— No one to call. No one who notices. No one who asks how they're doing. Be the friend they need. But also, mobilize Your people to be that friend.
On July 27, 1900: Kaiser Wilhelm II makes a speech comparing Germans to Huns; for years afterwards, "Hun" would be a disparaging name for Germans. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.
Did you know? "Decapods" are an order of ten-footed crustaceans. Which of these are NOT decapods? Answer: Krill This fascinating fact about animals can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter. The animal kingdom demonstrates God's creative genius and care for all living things.
Did you know? In 1961, an American B-52 aircraft crashed and nearly detonated two 4mt nuclear bombs over which US city? Answer: Goldsboro, North Carolina This fascinating fact about history can be used as a sermon illustration or attention-getter. Historical...
On June 2, 1953: The coronation of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey becomes the first British coronation and one of the first major international events to be televised. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.
He becomes the last ruler of the Sasanian dynasty (modern Iran). This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership.
On April 7, 1945: World War II: The Imperial Japanese Navy battleship Yamato, one of the two largest ever constructed, is sunk by United States Navy aircraft during Operation Ten-Go. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration...
42' in the Battle of Chu Dreh Pass in the Central Highlands. It is the last battle of the war. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery. Consider using it when preaching about discovery.
On September 5, 1781: Battle of the Chesapeake in the American Revolutionary War: The British Navy is repelled by the French Navy, contributing to the British surrender at Yorktown. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about...
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching about leadership.
On October 16, 1939: World War II: No. 603 Squadron RAF intercepts the first Luftwaffe raid on Britain. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about showing Christ-like compassion to others. Consider using it when preaching about compassion, discovery.
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken world. Consider using it when preaching about peace.
state of Tennessee, providing for democratic government and a formal system of justice. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's heart for justice and righteousness. Consider using it when preaching about justice, leadership.
On October 26, 1999: The United Kingdom's House of Lords votes to end the right of most hereditary peers to vote in Britain's upper chamber of Parliament. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.
This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about God's creation and human discovery. Consider using it when preaching about discovery.
On November 11, 1500: Treaty of Granada: Louis XII of France and Ferdinand II of Aragon agree to divide the Kingdom of Naples between them. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.
Great Physician, I'm afraid. Afraid of pain. Afraid of outcomes. Afraid of what comes next. But You are the God who holds life in Your hands, who numbers every breath, who is present in every hospital room. Guide the hands of the surgeons.