Sermons on Bend A Bronze Bow:

Blessed Be The Name Sermon Vi: Our Father's Love Endures Forever Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 26, 2020

As we mature in our walk with the Lord, we cherish the constancy and the permanency of God our Father's love!

THANKS BE TO THE LORD GOD OUR FATHER WHOSE CONSTANT LOVE ENDURES FOREVER! “A dear Christian lady who resided in assisted living expressed it this way: ‘I get my Bible and read until I can’t read anymore. Then I open my hymnal and I sing until I can’t ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:7-8

Sermon On No Man Is An Island

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 19, 2024

No man is an island is an expression that predominantly refers to the fact that outright survival on this mortal coil cannot be achieved by a sole individual.

John Donne, an English poet, scholar, and cleric in the Church of England once remarked: “No man is an island, Entire of itself, Every man is a piece of the continent, A part of the main. If a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe is the less. As well as if a promontory were. As well as if a manor ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6, Revelation 21:1, Revelation 16:20, Matthew 4:4

Do You Have A Donkey Mentality?

Contributed by James May on Mar 16, 2003

God wants us to carry our share of the load and not be too comfortable to join in the battle.

Portions of this message were taken from a message by Dr. Neil Chadwick which can be read in its entirety at http://www.webedelic.com/church/donkeyt.htm Most scripture portions of this message are quoted from the New International Version of the Bible. Pastor James May DO YOU HAVE A DONKEY ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:14-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Between A Rock And A Hardplace

Contributed by Weston Blankenship on Jul 29, 2007

Sometimes we just have to let go of somethings to survive in our walk with God. It may hurt but God will keep you.

“Between a Rock and an Hard Place” From the desk of Pastor Blankenship TEXT: Mr 9:43 43 And if thy hand offend thee, cut it off: it is better for thee to enter into life maimed, than having two hands to go into hell, into the fire that never shall be quenched: {offend...: or, cause thee to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:43-47, Mark 9:43-48

Denomination: Apostolic

The Challenge Of Conformity

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 13, 2013

A message preached at a legislative prayer breakfast to challenge listeners to stay true to their convictions.

“The Challenge of Conformity” Dan 3:1-30 ********** Daniel 3:1 Nebuchadnezzar the king made an image of gold, whose height was threescore cubits, and the breadth thereof six cubits: he set it up in the plain of Dura, in the province of Babylon. INTRODUCTION: What is conformity? ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

"just As He Said"

Contributed by Curtis Mathis on Apr 24, 2022

Yes, Easter has passed…but I think I will remain here, at the tomb, yet a little longer…

RED OAK BAPTIST Pastor Curtis Mathis 4/24/2022 – Sunday AM Matthew 28:6 “…JUST AS HE SAID… Introduction: Well, another Easter has come and gone, the baskets of goodies have been delivered, families have gathered, meals have been eaten, eggs have been hunted, and the peace lilies have left the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6, Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Humility Of Christ - Christmas Message

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 30, 2022

One of the most astounding things about the Christian faith is the humility of God.

For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be the sign to you: You will find a Babe wrapped in swaddling clothes lying in a manger. Luke 2:11-12 One of the most astounding things about the Christian faith is the humility of God. Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Right Church Leadership (1 Timothy 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 6, 2024

Do we have the right to reinterpret Paul's inspired qualifications for elders and deacons, adapting them to a sinful society? Let's find out in 1 Timothy 3.

Do we have any authority to ignore Paul’s inspired qualifications for elders and deacons? Do we have any authority for man-made requirements? Do we have any authority to ordain women as elders? Do we trust that God inspired Paul with instructions for all time, or do we bend them to suit the whims ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Time For War

Contributed by Cole Phillips on Mar 18, 2003

There is a time for everything under the sun, even war. When is the right time for war? What does God think about war? How should we fight a war? And how should a Christian respond?

Since September 11, 2001, America has been at war. We didn’t choose to be in this war, but we were violently awakened to the reality that we are under attack, and there are those in our world today who would destroy us if they have the opportunity. Today, we are facing a war with Iraq, and many ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:8, Deuteronomy 20:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

David’s Song Of Praise

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 4, 2010

David’s Song of Praise (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

David’s song of praise Reading: • 2 Samuel chapter 22 verses 1-51. • 2 Samuel chapter 23 verses 1-7. • At least seventy-three of the psalms are assigned to David, • But his last one is found here in 2 Samuel chapters 22-23. • The phrase in chapter 23 verse 1: “These are the last words of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-51

Denomination: Brethren

Reconciliation And Healing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 5, 2024

Explores the themes of healing, confession, and reconciliation through humility, as depicted in the scriptures from Numbers and John.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Here we are, gathered once more in the house of the Lord, drawn together by His love, held together by His grace. We come as we are, with our joys and our sorrows, our triumphs and our trials, our certainties and our questions. We come to worship, to learn, to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21, Numbers 21:4-9

Topics: Healing, Confession, Reconciliation

Noice Speech Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 27, 2022

David's speech to Goliath shows his trust in God Almighty that He delivers and saves. We need that same faith and trust in God as we navigate life.

THE VERY RELATABLE LIFE OF KING DAVID NOICE SPEECH 1 Samuel 17:45-47 #kingdavid INTRODUCTION… Video of Fictional Pre-Battle Speeches (custom video) (4:56) It is one of the most cinematic forms of storytelling in war and action movies… the ‘pre-battle speech.’ It could be that morale is down and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Study Of The Book Of Romans Lesson #26 Series

Contributed by James May on May 9, 2015

Continuation of the study of the Book of Romans

Book of Romans Lesson #26 Romans 11:1 - 11:14 By Rev. James May Israel had rejected God so many times. They had been an unfaithful people, always running off in search of another love besides that which God offered to them. Israel was God’s chosen nation and his spiritual wife of the Old ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ministering To The Lord

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jun 7, 2023

How do we minister to the Lord? What does that even mean? In this message, we are going to find out together what ministering to the Lord really is and how to do that in order to remain in the presence of our God.

Our theme verse for this message is 1 John 4:19 LEB 19 We love, because he first loved us. Where Is The Lord? We live in a time where many are far from the Lord. And many say that God doesn’t answer. Where is the manifestation of the power of God? But Jesus prayed that we would be one in them ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith For The Fiery Trial

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 9, 2015

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FAITH FOR THE FIERY TRIAL DANIEL 3:14-30 INTRODUCTION: I Peter 4:12-13 Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: 13 But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:14-30

Denomination: Holiness