Today in History - September 3

A special thanks to Wikipedia.com for following historical information. The sermons I have chosen from Sermonaudio.com

1658 – The death of Oliver Cromwell; Richard Cromwell becomes Lord Protector of England.

Recommended sermons and podcasts: 

I think it was Oliver Cromwell who said: "You need not hope in order to undertake, and you need not succeed in order to persevere." The following sermons and podcasts are on Oliver Cromwell and the English Civil War:

1. Oliver Cromwell: Saint, Soldier, Statesmen, by Dr. Alan Cairns (Text: Hebrews 8)
2. Oliver Cromwell, by Dr. Peter Hammond
3. Oliver Cromwell and His Russet-Coated Heroes, by Bill Potter
4. The Life and Labors of Oliver Cromwell, by Rev. Colin Mercer
5. Oliver Cromwell Lord Protector of England, by Rev. Ian Goligher (Text: 1 Samuel 18:12)

1777 – American Revolutionary War: During the Battle of Cooch's Bridge, the Flag of the United States is flown in battle for the first time.

Recommended sermons and podcasts:

• The American Mind in 1776, Part 1
• The American Mind in 1776, Part 2
• The American Mind in 1776, Part 3
• The American Mind in 1776, Part 4
• The American Mind in 1776, Part 5
• The American Mind in 1776, Part 6

1855 – American Indian Wars: In Nebraska, 700 soldiers under United States General William S. Harney avenge the Grattan massacre by attacking a Sioux village and killing 100 men, women and children.

Recommended sermons and podcasts:

1. America's Sins Against the Indians, by Pastor Kevin Swanson
2. Christian Nations - Least Racist Nations - Reparations for Previous Sins, by Pastor Kevin Swanson

Recommended reading:

1. SCOTUS Cancels Part of Oklahoma, Decides It's Still an Indian Reservation - townhall.com
2. Crazy Horse Memorial Honors Native Americans - and Freedom - thenewamerican.com
3. The Trail of Tears Facts - cherokeemuseum.org
4. Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama Retells The Trail of Tears - cherokeehistorical.org   
5. 10 Lies You’ve Been Told About Native Americans - msn.com