The Fruitful Bough And The Strong Bow

Summary

The sermon explores the biblical metaphor of Joseph as a fruitful bough by a well, emphasizing true spiritual fruitfulness as the work of the Holy Spirit and the necessity of resting on Christ as the foundation. It highlights the trials and persecutions faced by the faithful, likening them to arrows shot by enemies, and encourages believers to respond with prayer rather than retaliation. The source of strength and fruitfulness is attributed to God's empowering presence, likened to a father guiding a child's hands in archery. Ultimately, the sermon calls for reliance on the Holy Spirit and Christ for spiritual vitality and perseverance.