Sermons on Holy Hands:

A Hand To Guide Me

Contributed by Dan Cormie on May 13, 2007

A mothers day tribute to my mom; Barb Cormie, who went to be with the Lord in 1997.

Dakota Community Church May 13, 2007 A Hand to Guide Me A Tribute to My Mother Many are saddened by this and other holidays because they bring up painful memories and deep longings for what might have been or should have been. One of the first and toughest lessons we all eventually learn is that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:28

Denomination: Mennonite

Hands-On Motherhood

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 14, 2007

Every mother is different and every situation is different; but successful moms are hands-on moms.

Hands-On Motherhood 1. According to CNN article (5-07), "The typical [stay at home] mother puts in a 92-hour work week… and works at least 10 jobs. In order of hours spent on them per week, these are: housekeeper, day-care center teacher, cook, computer operator, laundry machine operator, janitor, ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Remolding Hand Of God

Contributed by Dr. Keion Parrish on Jun 9, 2007

Just watch and see what God does better than the master of your mind.

Sermon Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1­6, especially verse 6 The Remolding Hand of God Introduction: Have you ever heard the term dumpster diving? This describes the activity of people who are either thrifty or desperate, making the rounds of garbage cans and dumpsters to salvage items that others have ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

What Is In Your Hand?

Contributed by Milo Velebir on Jul 26, 2007

God will be able to use you in a mighty way if you give to God what you have under your control. Full dedication of everything that you are and everything that you have is the way to fulfilling God´s purposes for your life.

Introduction CALLING 1. Last week we spoke about the story how God called Moses from the burning bush to become the deliverer of the Israelites from the Egyptian slavery. It was pretty strightforward matter: God provided something to get Moses´ attention; kind of fireworks = burning bush; ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is In Your Hand? Series

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Aug 15, 2007

God want you to work with Him no matter what your former falures were.This is number 5 of a series

What is in your hand? We have been looking at Life Changing Questions that God asked. “Where are you?”, “Who said you were Naked?”, “Why are you laughing?”, “What is your name?” Today the next Question is “What is in your hand?”. Exodus 4:2 (KJV) And the LORD said unto him, What is ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:2, Exodus 4:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Washing Our Hands Series

Contributed by Shane Brooks on Oct 22, 2007

Handle Your Problems

Matthew 27:15-26 Washing our hands of responsibility Bad example in being responsible These are things we do everyday 1. He asked bad counsel for advice Proverbs 15: 22 Without counsel, plans go awry, But in the multitude of counselors they are established. 2. He Chose not to weigh right and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The First Hand Witnesses

Contributed by Samuel Stone on Nov 15, 2007

Learning from the first hand witnesses

2 On the third day there was a wedding in Cana of Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. 2 Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. 3 When the wine gave out, the mother of Jesus said to him, “They have no wine.” 4 And Jesus said to her, “Woman, what concern is that to you ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Shepherd Or Hired Hand

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 4, 2006

This sermon investigates our relationship as sheep to Christ Jesus, the Good Shepherd.

John 10: 11 – 18 Hired Hands? Intro: Once there was a blonde who was really sick of all the blonde jokes. She decided to dye her hair and change her hairstyle. After her new makeover, she decided to take a drive through the countryside. She happened upon a shepherd with a large herd of sheep. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:11-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is That In Thine Hand?

Contributed by Mark Price on May 12, 2006

We all have been blessed with opportunities and abilities. Will you use yours for God’s glory?

As we think of Moses, there are many events that come to mind. We recall his standing before God in the burning bush maybe as often as any other event. It was when he stood there that God took a very common item - the tool of a shepherd - and made it an extraordiary instrument with which to lead ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:2-3

Denomination: *other

An Empty Handed Request Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 11, 2005

The story of the woman with a hemorrhage teaches us about God’s inclusion of all people, the melding of faith and grace, and the necessity of faith driving us to action.

Matthew 9:20-22 “An Empty Handed Request” INTRODUCTION A fascinating characteristic of Scripture is that any given passage can have several meanings and interpretations. One day we will read a passage and we will be touched by a particular message. Another day we can read the same passage ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:20-22

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Hand At Work Series

Contributed by Anthony Craver on Sep 27, 2006

In Ruth chapter two we begin to see the hand of God at work in very visible ways!

God’s Hand at Work Ruth Chapter Two I. Introduction Someone has said that the book of Ruth begins with the death of a husband and ends with the birth of a baby. It is true that the book begins with sorrow and ends with joy! What got Ruth from sorrow to joy? Last week, we saw Ruth’s commitment. ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Outstretched Hand.

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Jun 10, 2005

The Bible speaks of the Eyes of the Lord looking upon His people,(2Chron.16:9). We also read of the arm of the Lord bringing strength. I want to look today at the "Mighty Outstretched Hand of God."

Five times in the Book of Isaiah we read, "the hand of the Lord is stretched out still." (Is.5:25,9:12, 9:17,9:21,&10:4). I want to just list a few of the distinguishing powers that are characteristic of the Hand of our God. (A) His hand is so vast that the mighty oceans lie in the hollow of it. ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is In Your Hand Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

Our call to service means using whatever gifts and opportunities God places in our hands. Nothing more; nothing less.

What’s In Your Hand? Exodus 3-4 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: A college professor, an avowed atheist, told his class that he intended to prove to them that God didn’t exist. Addressing the ceiling he shouted: "God, if you are real, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Hand That Rocks The Cradle: Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jun 24, 2005

When a mother fulfills her calling well, her family, her church, her community feels the positive power of her influence.

Motherhood is a hard balancing act. Mothers are not only concerned with the growth of one single child, but in balancing the good of many who are in their care. If married, they nurture their husbands. In some cases they provide care for sick parents or relatives as well as filling needs in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Giving A Helping Hand Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 6, 2005

We are called to help one another when the need arises

INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1 „X In the church we talk a lot about the concept of the ¡§church family¡¨. In a healthy family, we are there for one another; we are there for each other in the good times and the bad. „X It is fun to be a part of a family when all is well; it is challenging to be in a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ