Sermons on In Hand:

The Two Fold Blessing Of, ‘semikhah.’

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 16, 2024

Sacrificing an animal for sin involved many sacred acts before the animal could be offered in Israel.  That was especially true on the day of Yom Kippur, the most holy day for the Hebrews...

The Two Fold Blessing Of, ‘Semikhah.’ Leviticus 16:20-21 Sacrificing an animal for sin involved many sacred acts before the animal could be offered in Israel.  That was especially true on the day of Yom Kippur, the most holy ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 16:20-21, Matthew 18:18-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is In Your Hand? (Part 4) Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 12, 2015

You might have something in your hand which is insignificant to the world. Do you still want to hold on to it or let it become a blessing for others? How can you really impact with what is placed in your hand?

Opening illustration: In the Wizard of Oz … as the narrative winds down, every step of the way down the yellow brick road, Dorothy grows larger and larger, while the seemingly powerful adults around her grow smaller and smaller. Finally, the curtain falls away and she learns what all children ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Persecution & Growth (Acts 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 26, 2025

Do persecution and church growth sometimes go hand in hand?

Does the word of God continue to grow even under sometimes severe persecution? Let’s look at Acts 12. Was James murdered by Herod? Was Peter imprisoned? Are Christians still murdered for their faith in places like Nigeria, North Korea, Afghanistan, Eritrea, Libya, Somalia, Yemen, China, India, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Our Response To The Move Of God Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 8, 2020

Habakkuk 3:2 – O LORD, I have heard thy speech, and was afraid: O LORD, revive thy work in the midst of the years, in the midst of the years make known; in wrath remember mercy.

I. Entering In A. Our Attitude Determines Our Altitude Psalms 100:4 - Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. 1. Having the right attitude goes a long way in obtaining the right things. 2. Having the wrong attitude will shut ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4, Psalm 145:1-21, Psalm 145:1, Psalm 145:4, Psalm 145:21, Psalm 145:5, 1 Timothy 2:8, Psalm 24:7, Psalm 47:6, Psalm 33:3, Psalm 47:1, Psalm 24:3-5, Habakkuk 3:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Marriage And Sex

Contributed by Shawn Malloy on Feb 15, 2009

I touch on both subjects and how they need to work hand in hand

Marriage and Sex 1Cor 7:1-9 Today I want to talk a little about Sex and Marriage and the importance of them being together hand in hand and not one without the other. The purpose of this is to keep you away from immoral thoughts and actions. I did say thoughts too and for good reason. Let’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-9

Denomination: Christian Church

I Am Still In His Hands

Contributed by Charles Mccall on Jun 14, 2008

No matter what we go through, just know and believe that I am still in the hands of the Lord.

Jeremiah 18:1-6 John 10:27-30 Topic: I am still in his hands No matter what comes our way, it is a sweet relief in knowing, that we as children of God, are still in the hands of the Lord. We all face some troubles in our lives. We all face some setbacks in our lives. We all experiences ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The H-A-N-D-S Of Jesus

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Nov 18, 2024

This sermon has us looking at the mighty works of Jesus, for us, by examining the hands of Jesus, as He brought: healing, soothing, patience and care, and salvation through HIs hands.

Good morning family and friends in Christ! It is so great to be here to see each and every one of you today. The great thing about this day, is that it gives those of us who have not accepted Jesus as our Lord and Savior an opportunity to do so, and for those who have already accepted Jesus, it ...read more

Scripture: John 13:3-5, Matthew 8:1-3, Mark 10:15-16, John 20:27-28, Mark 9:25-27, Revelation 3:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Good Hand Of Our God: The Story Of Gbc (15th Anniversary Sunday 2019)

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 10, 2019

A skeleton for a church anniversary sermon. Our story is obviously unique to us, especially since we are mission work overseas, but my approach could spark ideas on how to tell your church’s story in your unique way.

The Good Hand of Our God: The Story of GBC (15th Anniversary Sunday 2019) Chuck Sligh September 22, 2019 TEXT: Nehemiah 2:8 – “And a letter unto Asaph the keeper of the king's forest, that he may give me timber to make beams for the gates of the palace which appertained to the house, and for ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:8, Nehemiah 2:18

Denomination: Baptist

No Longer...but Finally

Contributed by Kevin Shelton on Mar 20, 2008

Realize WHOSE HANDS we’re really in and know who’s hands we’re RETURNING TO and those are the TENDER HANDS OF The FATHER!

“No longer … but..Finally…” Sub title “Into thy Hands” Luke 23:46 Tradition teaches us these are his last two words he spoke. In honoring such, right here I must say “it is finished!” “Father, into thy hands I commit my spirit!” These are the last two utterances spoken here by Jesus the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:46

Denomination: Baptist

Deborah, Barak And Jael Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Sep 12, 2022

By the Hands of a Woman

September 10, 2022 After Ehud died, we find Israel doing what they did best…. “They returned to ways even more corrupt than those of their fathers, following other gods and serving and worshiping them. They refused to give up their evil practices and stubborn ways.” {Judges 2:19} And the cycle ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:1-24, Judges 5:1-31

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

God Chose Joseph, Just Like He Chose Mary

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 25, 2021

God hand-picked Joseph just like He hand-picked Mary. 

We often think about God choosing Mary to be the mother of the Christ child. Let’s think about Joseph for a minute: Joseph is the man God chose to be Daddy to His Son! What kind of man would you choose for your child? — patient — kind —Firm but gentle —Slow to anger —Disciplines not in anger, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7, 1 Timothy 3:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Song On The Flip Side

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 19, 2019

The call to justice goes hand in hand with the call to love God and our neighbor.

August 18, 2019 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 12:49-56; Jeremiah 23:23-29 The Song on the Flip Side Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “I came to bring fire to the earth and how I wish it were already kindled! – Do ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56, Jeremiah 23:23-29

Denomination: Lutheran

Put It All In Jesus’ Hands

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 27, 2014

Put all your doubts and fears in Jesus' hands because he has already dealt with death and with your sins.

When Kentucky freshman Aaron Harrison caught the ball with a few seconds remaining in the semi-final game of the NCAA basketball tournament, his team was down by two points. But Harrison had been in this situation before, twice before in fact and had delivered the game-winning shot both times. And ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Christ "The Way"

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 15, 2010

Its in your hands what will you do with Christ.

CHRIST “THE WAY” John 14:6Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. Many people don’t understand that there is only one way , they look around trying to find how they can ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Heals The Man With The Withered Hand Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 6, 2004

Ninth in a series on the Miracles of Jesus.

The Miracles of Jesus Miracle # 9 “Jesus Heals the Man With The Withered Hand” (Matt 12:9-14, Mk. 3:1-6, Lk. 6:6-11) Jesus has just healed the man at the pool of Bethesda on the Sabbath. Now as He and his disciples pass through a field, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:6-11

Denomination: Baptist