A Minister's Covenant

Historical Account★★★★

American Revolution a minister entered
his pulpit, preached upon the justice
of the claims made against England,
proclaimed the obligation of all good
men to fight for their liberties, and then,

flinging aside his robe, showed that he
was wearing the uniform of an officer
in the Continental Army.

The point

During the American Revolution, a minister preaches on the justice of fighting for liberty, then reveals he is wearing a Continental Army uniform beneath his robe.

Scripture

James 2:261 John 3:18

Audience

AdultsYouth

Tone

Inspiring · Convicting

To tell aloud

under a minute · 49 words

Subjects

Patriotism Courage Faith During the Early Days of the Conviction Integrity Action Commitment

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