Find compelling, relevant sermon illustrations that connect biblical truth to modern life experiences. This prompt helps you discover stories, statistics, analogies, and examples that make your sermons memorable and help people see how Scripture applies to their everyday lives.

Generate sermon illustration ideas for the following message:

Bible passage: [e.g., "Matthew 6:25-34 - Do not worry"]
Main point or big idea: [e.g., "God's provision invites us to trust instead of worry"]
Target audience: [e.g., "Mixed congregation, many young families, suburban context, middle-class"]
Illustration type needed: [e.g., "Opening story" or "Main point reinforcement" or "Application example" or "Closing illustration"]
Tone desired: [e.g., "Heartwarming" or "Challenging" or "Humorous" or "Convicting"]

Please provide 3-4 illustration options that include:

For each illustration:

1. Illustration Summary (1-2 sentences)
   - Quick overview of the story or example
   - Why it connects to the passage

2. The Full Illustration (150-250 words)
   - Developed narrative or explanation
   - Sensory details that make it vivid
   - Natural connection point to Scripture
   - Emotional resonance without manipulation

3. How to Use It:
   - Where in the sermon it fits best (opening, middle, close)
   - What point it reinforces
   - Transition sentences (in and out)
   - What to avoid or be careful about

4. Source Attribution:
   - Where the story comes from (if real)
   - Any necessary permissions or credits
   - Whether it needs verification

Illustration Categories to Draw From:
- Current events or news (recent, relevant)
- Historical examples (well-known enough)
- Personal experience (relatable, not self-focused)
- Scientific discoveries or research
- Cultural touchpoints (movies, books, sports)
- Everyday life observations
- Statistical data (compelling, trustworthy)

Requirements:
- Authentic and verifiable (not "preacher stories")
- Culturally current (avoid outdated references)
- Age-appropriate for mixed congregation
- Theologically sound (doesn't contradict the text)
- Diverse representation when using examples of people
- Not overused in sermon illustration books

Avoid:
- Stories that steal focus from Scripture
- Illustrations longer than 3 minutes
- Examples that require too much explanation
- Controversial topics that distract from main point
- Anything that could embarrass real people