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Even Lincoln's Gettysburg Address Got Criticized
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Greatness is not always immediately recognized. This illustration by Matt Woodley tells how some people criticized Lincoln's Gettysburg Address.
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Fear, Leadership

Expert on Bull Runs Gets Gored by Bull
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An illustration by Matt Woodley about not letting knowledge or success go to your head. Appropriate for sermons on pride, humility, hypocrisy, or leadership.
Psalm 111:10; Proverbs 1:7 (+ more); Matthew 23:1-3
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Leadership, Faithfulness, Hypocrisy, Humility

Pilot Lands at Wrong Airport
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This story about a Boeing 747 Dreamlifter accidentally landing at the wrong airport because the pilot had no idea where he was going provides a way to discuss topics such as spiritual growth, direction and goals.
Proverbs 12:15, 28:26; 2 Peter 1:16-21
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Leadership, Spiritual Growth, Vision

12-year-old Boy Calmly Delivers a New Baby
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This sermon illustration for Matthew 24:36-44, Luke 12:35-40, or 2 Timothy 4:2, uses the story of a twelve-year-old boy delivering a baby to demonstrate that God can call us to serve in unexpected ways.
Matthew 24:36-44; Luke 12:35-40; 2 Timothy 4:2
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Leadership, Ministry, Courage

Successful Athletes Who Love Being Coached
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This sermon illustration uses two professional athletes and their willingness to listen to their coaches and take advice to demonstrate the importance of listening to the wisdom of others.
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Father's Day, Leadership, Wisdom

Vision Statements from Fortune 500 Companies
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This illustration cites the vision statements of prominent companies, to challenge the church to clarify Christ's vision for the Christian community. This challenge can illustrate Matthew 28:18-20, Joel 2:28, Daniel 2:28, and other similar passages.
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Leadership, Church, Business, Mission

Steve Jobs' Death Causes Apple Stock Crash
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When a charismatic leader disappears, the movement often suffers. This illustration draws upon former Apple CEO Steve Jobs, about how the Holy Spirit gives us confidence that Jesus has not left us.
Matthew 28:18-20; John 14:15-18 (+ more); Acts 1:8, 2:1-12, 19:9-11
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Pentecost, Leadership, Ascension, Comfort