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On This Day: The Partial Nuclear Test Ban Treaty comes into effect. (1963)
On October 10, 1963: The Partial Nuclear Test Ban Treaty comes into effect. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken world. Consider us
On This Day: King Crimson releases their debut album, In the Court of the Crimson King. (1969)
On October 10, 1969: King Crimson releases their debut album, In the Court of the Crimson King. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact
On This Day: Two security personnel, 17 worshippers in a mosque, and 13 militants are killed... (2015)
On September 18, 2015: Two security personnel, 17 worshippers in a mosque, and 13 militants are killed during a Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan attack on a Pakistan Air Force base on the outskirts of Peshaw
On This Day: The peerage and clergy restrict the authority of English kings with the... (1311)
On October 11, 1311: The peerage and clergy restrict the authority of English kings with the Ordinances of 1311. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadersh
On This Day: In Washington, D.C., the Daughters of the American Revolution is founded. (1890)
On October 11, 1890: In Washington, D.C., the Daughters of the American Revolution is founded. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about godly leadership and its impact.
On This Day: First Balkan War: The day after the Battle of Sarantaporo, Greek troops liberate... (1912)
On October 11, 1912: First Balkan War: The day after the Battle of Sarantaporo, Greek troops liberate the city of Kozani. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the g
On This Day: Mexican-American War: The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo is signed. (1848)
On February 2, 1848: Mexican-American War: The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo is signed. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken world. C
On This Day: The AIDS Memorial Quilt is first displayed during the Second National March on... (1987)
On October 11, 1987: The AIDS Memorial Quilt is first displayed during the Second National March on Washington for Lesbian and Gay Rights. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustr
On This Day: Kublai Khan renames his empire "Yuan" (ๅ yuรกn), officially marking the start of... (1271)
On December 18, 1271: Kublai Khan renames his empire "Yuan" (ๅ yuรกn), officially marking the start of the Yuan dynasty of Mongolia and China. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illu
On This Day: In the Treaty of Salynas, Lithuania cedes Samogitia to the Teutonic Knights. (1398)
On October 12, 1398: In the Treaty of Salynas, Lithuania cedes Samogitia to the Teutonic Knights. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a bro
On This Day: Boris Johnson announces his resignation as leader of the Conservative Party... (2022)
On July 7, 2022: Boris Johnson announces his resignation as leader of the Conservative Party following days of pressure from the Members of Parliament (MPs) during the July 2022 United Kingdom governm
On This Day: World War I: The First Battle of Passchendaele takes place resulting in the... (1917)
On October 12, 1917: World War I: The First Battle of Passchendaele takes place resulting in the largest single-day loss of life in New Zealand history. This historical event can serve as a powerful
On This Day: The Lao Issara took control of Laos' government and reaffirmed the country's... (1945)
On October 12, 1945: The Lao Issara took control of Laos' government and reaffirmed the country's independence. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of fre
On This Day: World War II: The Axis occupation of Athens comes to an end. (1944)
On October 12, 1944: World War II: The Axis occupation of Athens comes to an end. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history.
On This Day: Scotland votes against independence from the United Kingdom, by 55% to 45%. (2014)
On September 18, 2014: Scotland votes against independence from the United Kingdom, by 55% to 45%. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and libe
On This Day: The former Autonomous Soviet Republic of Abkhazia declares its independence from... (1999)
On October 12, 1999: The former Autonomous Soviet Republic of Abkhazia declares its independence from Georgia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of free
On This Day: World War II: Adolf Hitler orders the deportation of Danish Jews. (1943)
On September 18, 1943: World War II: Adolf Hitler orders the deportation of Danish Jews. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of hi
On This Day: The present church building at Westminster Abbey is consecrated. (1269)
On October 13, 1269: The present church building at Westminster Abbey is consecrated. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature of faith through hist
On This Day: The Tartu Peace Treaty is signed between Estonia and Russia. (1920)
On February 2, 1920: The Tartu Peace Treaty is signed between Estonia and Russia. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the pursuit of peace in a broken world. Consi
On This Day: The Declaration of Independence of the Mexican Empire is publicly proclaimed. (1821)
On October 13, 1821: The Declaration of Independence of the Mexican Empire is publicly proclaimed. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the gift of freedom and libe
On This Day: Robert the Bruce of Scotland defeats King Edward II of England at the Battle of... (1322)
On October 14, 1322: Robert the Bruce of Scotland defeats King Edward II of England at the Battle of Old Byland, forcing Edward to accept Scotland's independence. This historical event can serve as a
On This Day: The Treaty of Schรถnbrunn is signed, ending the War of the Fifth Coalition, the... (1809)
On October 14, 1809: The Treaty of Schรถnbrunn is signed, ending the War of the Fifth Coalition, the final successful war in Napoleon Bonaparte's military career. This historical event can serve as a
On This Day: World War II: The radio show Germany Calling begins transmitting Nazi... (1939)
On September 18, 1939: World War II: The radio show Germany Calling begins transmitting Nazi propaganda. This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through
On This Day: Rif War: In Ajdir, Spanish Morocco, a secessionist group of Berbers led by Abd... (1921)
On September 18, 1921: Rif War: In Ajdir, Spanish Morocco, a secessionist group of Berbers led by Abd el-Krim proclaim the Republic of the Rif, in rebellion against the Sultan of Morocco and the Spani