Sermons on Open Hands:

Knowing God Series

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 16, 2011

IT IS ABOUT GETTING TO KNOW GOD INTIMATELY AND BECOMING A VESSEL IN HIS HANDS.

KNOWING GOD PART 1 Study text: John 4:1-30 Introduction: the human heart always tends to do such things that are opposed to the will and purpose of God. Since the fall of man, every seed of Adam has inherent rebellion within his frame. The flesh is contrary to the spirit and unless it is ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blind Man Sees!

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002

Jesus has the power to open the eyes of the blinded if they will but recognize their blindness and ask.

March 12, 2000 John 9 ¡§Blind man sees!¡¨ INTRODUCTION I want you to do something for me. I want you to close your eyes. Now, imagine yourself going about your daily activities this way. The alarm goes off tomorrow morning, but your sudden blindness does not prevent you from being ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1

Denomination: Baptist

Ascension Day.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 6, 2024

Jesus was received up into heaven, and sat on the right hand of God.

ASCENSION DAY. Mark 16:14-20. Jesus appeared to the eleven, and “upbraided them with their UNBELIEF” because they “BELIEVED NOT” them which had seen Him after He was risen (Mark 16:14; cf. Luke 24:36-43). The passage fast-forwards to the Great Commission (Mark 16:15; cf. Matthew 28:19; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Couples Guide - Introduction Series

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jun 11, 2021

A holding hand for men and women wanting to marry or already in marriage

Introduction This is a series based on Christian Principles as documented in the bible. This series is designed for men and women who desire to serve YAHWEH in marriage. Nowadays, people want to serve YAHWEH the way they want and get away with it, yet YAHWEH is ELOHIM and HE will be served the way ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

God Is In Control

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Oct 24, 2002

God is saying in this text that he is in control. Everything is in His hand

Grace, peace and mercy be unto you all who are redeemed by the blood of the lamb. Amen. Sermon: I want to tell you a story about a little boy who got mad at God. The mother was very concerned with the behavior of her son. When the family bowed their heads to say grace the little boy stared off ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

The Beginning Of… Deliverance Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 22, 2010

God delivers his people by a mighty hand and outstretched arm.

Scripture Introduction Near the end of his life, Moses exhorts the congregation to faithfulness by reminding them of God’s great work of salvation in their lives. Deuteronomy 4.34: “Has any god ever attempted to go and take a nation for himself from the midst of another nation, by ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"God's Work Of Art"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 5, 2013

To be an effective Church we must be pliable clay in God's hand.

"God's Work of Art" Jeremiah 18:1-11 I have entitled this sermon, "God's Work of Art," but I am unsure as to whether this is an appropriate title or not. Let's see where we go from here, and perhaps you can let me know if I gave this sermon a proper name. Nowadays, pottery-making is an art ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

The Source Of The Christian Comfort

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jul 3, 2014

The objective of this sermon is to encourage those are dealing with cold hands of death.

The Apostle Paul said; Comfort one another with these words. Let's consider the following: I. The Relational knowledge of the Apostle Paul concerning death. II. The Resurrection of our Lord. III..The Resting State of Our Love Ones. IV. The Return of Our Lord. V.. The Resurrection of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 1 - Like A Tree Planted Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 11, 2022

This is the opening sermon in the series and explores Psalm 1 and the implications for Christians today.

We are beginning a new series called Sermon in the Psalms. What is nice about the Psalms is they lend themselves very well to what is called topical preaching. We can focus on specific topics and each sermon pretty much stands alone. That is one of the reasons for studying the book of Psalms. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6, Matthew 5:11, Galatians 5:23

Denomination: Christian Church

A Touch Of God

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 10, 2020

There is a song that was sung by Diana Ross that said, “Reach out and touch somebody’s hand make this world a better place if you can”. Well in the day of Coronavirus touching somebody’s hand is taboo.

A Touch from God By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. There is a song that was sung by Diana Ross that said, “Reach out and touch somebody’s hand make this world a better place if you can”. Well in the day of Coronavirus touching somebody’s hand is taboo. People are cautious to avoid touching ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:26, Luke 17:11-17

Denomination: Apostolic

Saviour And Lord Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Jan 12, 2004

Jesus purged our sins and then sat down at the right hand of God

Saviour Reading Is 52:13-53:12 Heb 1:3 He by Himself purged our sins Why has this wonderful and glorious Being, in whom all things are summed up, and who is before all things, the Father’s delight and the Father’s glory; why has this infinite light, this infinite power, this infinite majesty come ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

One Day At A Time Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on May 22, 2014

It is important to keep a proper perspective on life, and to remember that time is not in our hands.

“A Faith That Works: One Day at a Time” James 4:13-17 Charles Schultz has Linus say, “I guess it’s wrong always to be worrying about tomorrow. Maybe we should think only about today.” Charlie Brown responds, “No, that’s giving up. I’m still hoping ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Desperate Prayer - Help, Lord!

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Sep 23, 2002

This simple but powerful prayer takes human need and places it in the hands of Almighty God.

“Help, Lord…" Psalm 12:1 1. A few weeks ago I wondered how many lives had ended with two words, “WHO cares?” 2. This morning I am wondering how many lives have been saved with two other words, “HELP, LORD?” 3. There is no more SIMPLE or INTENSE than this one! 4. Most of us have prayed this prayer ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

The "Faith" Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 28, 2005

Do we today need to contend for The Faith? In the first century Jude instructed the church to contend. This sermon is expository in style, you will have to open, and keep open, your Bible to get full benefit.

The Faith Jude v 3 3 Beloved, while I was very diligent to write to you concerning our common salvation, I found it necessary to write to you exhorting you to contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints. NKJV Introduction Several Churches say they are the only ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3

Denomination: *other

Sermon: Lord, Give Me Eyes That I May See

Contributed by Nancy Williams on Nov 3, 2018

And Elisha prayed, "Open his eyes, LORD, so that he may see." Then the LORD opened the servant's eyes, and he looked and saw the hills full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha.

Scripture: 2 kings 6: 8-23. Focus verse - 2 kings 6:17(NIV) And Elisha prayed, "Open his eyes, LORD, so that he may see." Then the LORD opened the servant's eyes, and he looked and saw the hills full of horses and chariots of fire all around ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational