Sermons on Handing A Loss:

The Wounded Hands

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 29, 2015

An obscure verse in the Book of Zechariah describes the wounds in the hands of Jesus and the circumstances that caused those wounds. Great lead in to the Lord's Supper.

THE WOUNDED HANDS Zech. 13:6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Four ladies from their church’s WM group were driving home one Sunday afternoon when they are involved in a terrible car crash. Unfortunately, none of them survived. When they arrive at the Pearly Gates, Peter told them there was a ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 13:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Helping Hands Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 5, 2014

Let’s look a little deeper at our parable today and Jesus’ message about what it means to love our neighbors! Let’s look at the characters in this short story - giant idea parable and learn something about doing the right thing even if it costs you something in return

Opening Video Illustration: What if? (3 min) Theme: Time Management “God created me—and you—to live with a single, all-embracing, all-transforming passion—namely, a passion to glorify God by enjoying and displaying his supreme excellence in all the spheres of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Hands Of The Potter

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 27, 2009

We are just clay in the hands of God

IN THE HANDS OF THE POTTER Text: Jeremiah 18:6 O house of Israel, cannot I do with you as this potter? saith the LORD. Behold, as the clay is in the potter’s hand, so are ye in mine hand, O house of Israel. (1) THE PRESSURE OF THE HANDS OF GOD AS THE CLAY IS IN THE HANDS OF THE POTTER, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Potters Hand

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 4, 2015

When a person allows God to mold and make Him, He is a vessel God can use. What we realize that God can change a nation, He surely can work in our lives.

The Potters Hand Jeremiah chapter 18:1-18:18 Introduction- Turn to Jeremiah chapter 18, we will be looking at the illustration of the Potter and the clay and seeing what God will be telling us this morning. 18:1- “This is the word that came to Jeremiah from the Lord. Go down to the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Laying On Of Hands Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Nov 10, 2022

It’s hard to be offended at someone who has laid their hands on us, prayed over us and blessed us.

1st Timothy Laying on of hands November 13, 2022 1st Timothy 4:12-14 NIV Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity. 13 Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-14, 2 Timothy 1:6-7, 1 Timothy 5:20, 1 Timothy 2:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hands Up!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 3, 2022

We hear the words “Hands Up” used in two ways.

1. IT IS USED IN A NEGATIVE WAY For example, when a criminal walks into a bank and says “Hands up,” everyone within the range of his voice knows what he means. The reason the criminal wants everyone to put their “Hands up” is because this signifies that everyone within the sound of his voice has ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Hands Up!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

We hear the words “Hands Up” used in two ways.

1. IT IS USED IN A NEGATIVE WAY For example, when a criminal walks into a bank and says “Hands up,” everyone within the range of his voice knows what he means. The reason the criminal wants everyone to put their “Hands up” is because this signifies that everyone within the sound of his voice has ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Withered Hand

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jul 3, 2022

Hand-Sometimes we have to show our infirmities, or deformities, our brokenness, our weaknesses and our sins to be seen by others.

Withered Hand Mark 3:1-And He entered the synagogue again, and a man was there who had a withered hand. 2-So they watched Him closely, whether He would heal him on the Sabbath, so that they might accuse Him. They watched Him-This would have been a good thing, if they wasn't doing it to trap ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Upraised Hand

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 18, 2016

God does not lower his hand saying that he will try to be more understanding. He lowers his hand against us because he raises it against his Son Jesus Christ, who gladly receives it for our redemption.

Isaiah 9:8 – 10:4 The Upraised Hand 2/25/01e D. Marion Clark Introduction The passages about the Messiah and his kingdom are refreshing. They lift our spirits as we think about the glory of our Redeemer and that redemption he brings. But as much as we like, we are continually brought back ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Hand Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 11, 2025

The phrase “The Hand of the Lord” is a powerful biblical expression that symbolises God’s active involvement in human affairs.

THE HAND OF THE LORD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 59:1 – “Behold, the LORD’s hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear.” Supporting Texts: Exodus 3:20, 1 Kings 18:46, Psalm 118:15-16, Acts 11:21, Ezekiel 37:1 INTRODUCTION: The phrase “The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hand Of God

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 10, 2023

God communicates to a prophet in many different ways. One time by the word, another via the Spirit, yet another via the voice above the expanse, etc.

In the book of Ezekiel, God speaks to Ezekiel in a variety of ways. 1) The word of the Lord came 2) The hand of the Lord was on me 3) The Spirit lifted me up. 4) The Spirit entered me 5) The voice above the expanse said to me. 6) The Lord God said to me. 7) Son of man, stand up on your feet 8) The ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 3:22

The Hand Of Grace

Contributed by David Zachrich on Aug 9, 2023

It isn’t a story about work and wages. It isn’t a story about justice or fairness. It is a story about life in the church when new saints are included with those who have been in faith for a life time. They, too, receive the vast blessings of God’s grace, forgiveness, and eternal life.

Jesus, when speaking about the wealthy owner, said to the disciples, “Am I not allowed to do what I choose with what belongs to me? Or, are you envious because I am generous?’ So the last will be first, and the first will be last.” Matthew 20:1-16 Friends in Christ, Let’s begin here: The pastor ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

The Lord's Hands PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023

Explores Jesus as our compassionate provider, emphasizing God's sovereignty and our trust in Him to meet our needs, even in life's wilderness.

Good morning, beloved family of faith. It's a joy to gather with you today, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share God's Word with you. We are here to worship, to learn, and to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. In our time together, we are going to focus on a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21, Mark 6:32-44, John 6:14

Topics: Provision, Healing, Trust

Holy Hands PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 21, 2024

This sermon explores the importance of harmony, holiness, and heavenly connection in worship, urging believers to align their lives with God's divine will.

Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, it is such a joy to gather with you once again in the house of the Lord. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. God has a word for us today, a word that will stir our hearts, stir our spirits, and stir our lives to a deeper and more profound ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8

Topics: Worship, Hands

Diligent Hands Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 7, 2023

God created every one with a single agenda of enjoying the life. Our members of the body if utilised properly, we can enjoy the life. Diligent hands leads to prosperity and authority. The relationship with God is more important to enjoy the life.

Proverbs 12:11-28 Diligent hands Greetings: THE LORD IS GOOD AND HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER. Illustration: One parrot was caught from a forest. It was kept in a cage. She was given food. One day the hunter went to the. He went to the Forest and asked the parrot what message she would like to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:12-28

Denomination: Methodist