Reformed/Presbyterian Illustrations
Sovereignty of God, covenant theology, systematic doctrine.
Key question: “How does this reveal God's sovereignty and covenant faithfulness?”
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On This Day: World War II: The French armistice with Nazi Germany comes into effect. (1940)
On June 25, 1940: World War II: The French armistice with Nazi Germany comes into effect. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken worl
On This Day: US military police attempt to arrest a black soldier in Bamber Bridge, England,... (1943)
On June 24, 1943: US military police attempt to arrest a black soldier in Bamber Bridge, England, sparking the Battle of Bamber Bridge mutiny that leaves one dead and seven wounded. This historical e
On This Day: Spanish forces fail to retake Jamaica at the Battle of Rio Nuevo during the... (1658)
On June 25, 1658: Spanish forces fail to retake Jamaica at the Battle of Rio Nuevo during the Anglo-Spanish War. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works
On This Day: Eastern Air Lines Flight 66 encounters severe wind shear and crashes on final... (1975)
On June 24, 1975: Eastern Air Lines Flight 66 encounters severe wind shear and crashes on final approach to New York's JFK Airport killing 113 of the 124 passengers on board, making it the deadliest U
On This Day: World War II: The Continuation War between the Soviet Union and Finland,... (1941)
On June 25, 1941: World War II: The Continuation War between the Soviet Union and Finland, supported by Nazi Germany, began. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about ho
On This Day: War of Saint Sabas: In the Battle of Acre, the Venetians defeat a larger Genoese... (1258)
On June 25, 1258: War of Saint Sabas: In the Battle of Acre, the Venetians defeat a larger Genoese fleet sailing to relieve Acre. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration abo
On This Day: In the Battle of Fontenay-en-Puisaye, forces led by Charles the Bald and Louis... (841)
On June 25, 841: In the Battle of Fontenay-en-Puisaye, forces led by Charles the Bald and Louis the German defeat the armies of Lothair I of Italy and Pepin II of Aquitaine. This historical event can
On This Day: The Taoist monk Wang Yuanlu discovers the Dunhuang manuscripts, a cache of... (1900)
On June 25, 1900: The Taoist monk Wang Yuanlu discovers the Dunhuang manuscripts, a cache of ancient texts that are of great historical and religious significance, in the Mogao Caves of Dunhuang, Chin
On This Day: Maria Theresa is crowned Queen of Hungary. (1741)
On June 25, 1741: Maria Theresa is crowned Queen of Hungary. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider using it when preaching
On This Day: Mozambique achieves independence from Portugal. (1975)
On June 25, 1975: Mozambique achieves independence from Portugal. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and liberation. Consider using it when pr
On This Day: The Holocaust and World War II: Jews in the Częstochowa Ghetto in Poland stage... (1943)
On June 25, 1943: The Holocaust and World War II: Jews in the Częstochowa Ghetto in Poland stage an uprising against the Nazis. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about
On This Day: The Korean War begins with the invasion of South Korea by North Korea. (1950)
On June 25, 1950: The Korean War begins with the invasion of South Korea by North Korea. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of hi
On This Day: World War II: United States Navy and British Royal Navy ships bombard Cherbourg... (1944)
On June 25, 1944: World War II: United States Navy and British Royal Navy ships bombard Cherbourg to support United States Army units engaged in the Battle of Cherbourg. This historical event can ser
On This Day: The rainbow flag representing gay pride is flown for the first time during the... (1978)
On June 25, 1978: The rainbow flag representing gay pride is flown for the first time during the San Francisco Gay Freedom Day Parade. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustratio
On This Day: War of the Roses: Richard Neville, 16th Earl of Warwick, and Edward, Earl of... (1460)
On June 26, 1460: War of the Roses: Richard Neville, 16th Earl of Warwick, and Edward, Earl of March, land in England with a rebel army and march on London. This historical event can serve as a power
On This Day: The breakup of Yugoslavia begins when Slovenia and Croatia declare their... (1991)
On June 25, 1991: The breakup of Yugoslavia begins when Slovenia and Croatia declare their independence from Yugoslavia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gi
On This Day: Pope Benedict II is the last pope to require confirmation by the Byzantine... (684)
On June 26, 684: Pope Benedict II is the last pope to require confirmation by the Byzantine emperor before taking office. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly
On This Day: Przemysł II crowned king of Poland, following Ducal period. The white eagle is... (1295)
On June 26, 1295: Przemysł II crowned king of Poland, following Ducal period. The white eagle is added to the Polish coat of arms. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration ab
On This Day: A combined force of Spanish, free blacks and allied Indians defeat a British... (1740)
On June 26, 1740: A combined force of Spanish, free blacks and allied Indians defeat a British garrison at the Siege of Fort Mose near St. Augustine during the War of Jenkins' Ear. This historical ev
On This Day: Russo-Ukrainian War: The Battle of Sievierodonetsk ends after weeks of heavy... (2022)
On June 25, 2022: Russo-Ukrainian War: The Battle of Sievierodonetsk ends after weeks of heavy fighting with the Russian capture of the city, leading to the Battle of Lysychansk. This historical even
On This Day: Russo-Japanese War: Peace negotiations begin in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. (1905)
On August 10, 1905: Russo-Japanese War: Peace negotiations begin in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken
On This Day: Space Shuttle Columbia launches on STS-50, the first shuttle mission to carry... (1992)
On June 25, 1992: Space Shuttle Columbia launches on STS-50, the first shuttle mission to carry Extended Duration Orbiter hardware. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration a
On This Day: Count Roger II of Sicily is crowned the first king of Sicily. (1130)
On December 25, 1130: Count Roger II of Sicily is crowned the first king of Sicily. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact. Consider u
On This Day: Franco-Prussian War: Léon Gambetta escapes the siege of Paris in a hot-air... (1870)
On October 7, 1870: Franco-Prussian War: Léon Gambetta escapes the siege of Paris in a hot-air balloon. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through t