Sermons on Pastor Hands:

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

Hand To The Plow

Contributed by Shane Hart on Apr 27, 2006

An in depth look at the meaning of Jesus’ statement that no one who puts their hand to plwo and looks back is worthy of heaven.

In our series on answering your questions, I recieved this one recently in my email: "Pastor, How do we put forth our hands to the plow for the kingdom, stirring up the gift of God within us for his Glory? Ron" This is a good question and is in two parts. So I will answer it in two parts tonight ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Hand At The Plow

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Jun 25, 2006

An ordination service ... Day after day commitment, all the while realizing the Lord could come back at any moment...

My father-in-law is a farmer. Over the years, I have come to learn and appreciate what that means. When a yuppie comes out here from the city and decides to have a farm because it sounds so quaint, they aren’t really farmers. They may like playing around with the horses and maybe even doing a day ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:3

Denomination: Baptist

Put Your Hand Into The Hand Of God Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 11, 2002

Sometimes God is at work and we don’t even recognise that He is at the time. Let it be our prayer this morning that the Lord will reveal Jesus to us, so we can put our hands into the hand of God.

Brinton 14-04-02 Luke 24:13-35: Put your hand into the hand of God The Christian faith has been likened to a journey. Story: Last Tuesday many of us here will have watched the Queen Mother’s funeral, the end of her journey here on earth. It was extremely ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Anglican

Unforgivenss & Bitterness Go Hand In Hand

Contributed by Jeff Hagan on Sep 26, 2017

When we fail to forgive we hurt ourselves. This sermon offers practical information on signs we have not truly forgiven, what forgiving actually means, the relationship between unforgiveness and bitterness, and how to overcome bitterness with forgiveness.

Scriptures: Matthew 18:21-22; Luke 6:36-37; 23:34; Romans 6:10; 14:10; Ephesians 4:32; Hebrew 12:15; Genesis 50:19-21 Introduction: Forgiveness is an easy word to say but a difficult action to carry out. However, the Bible repeatedly speaks of forgiveness so we cannot ignore its importance. Nor ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Hand(S)

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Oct 10, 2021

There is a saying that goes - “Those who leave everything in God’s hand will eventually see God’s hand in everything”. That is a very powerful and true statement the problem comes because we often fail to leave things in God’s hand.

God’s Hand By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: There is a saying that goes - “Those who leave everything in God’s hand will eventually see God’s hand in everything”. That is a very powerful and true statement the problem comes because we often fail to leave things in God’s hand. We want ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:16, Isaiah 41:10, Isaiah 48:13

Denomination: Apostolic

Hands Holding Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 5, 2008

For World Communion Sunday: God restrains us from destructive behavior; but even if we ignore that, His hand continues to hold us back.

You may have noticed that I am a creature of habits. I do what I do according to the clock and by the book. If it is time for staff meeting, I will be here, seldom early, sometimes late because of traffic, but I will be here. It’s on the calendar, so I do it. I am a creature of habits. If it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Hand Of God Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 30, 2014

God¡¯s hand, if submitted to, will humble us so that God can do His great work in our life. God works in & on our life to transform us into Christ-likeness. This great work is of grace. God grants the grace necessary for spiritual growth to the humble

1 PETER 5: 5-7 [Renewing Hope Series] THE HAND OF GOD [John 13:1-17] The eminent apostle who was called to shepherd the sheep through feeding the sheep is here again about his calling. The preceding verses emphasized the ministry of the shepherd, now this elder shepherd who loved Jesus with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

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

(Section 5) Pastor Appreciation -Pastor Winston Mcclurg Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 12, 2018

Pastors should be appreciated daily as they do their work. There should be especially one day when they are recognized.

PASTORS –Pastor Winston McClurg I. GOD A. His Plan 1. Salvation Is God’s Will II Peter 3:9 “The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.” 2. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:2, Romans 5:8, Jeremiah 3:15, Ephesians 4:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pray For Your Pastor

Contributed by Pst. Vincent Wrock on Jun 14, 2024

Romans 15: 30 Dear brothers and sisters, I urge you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to join in my struggle by praying to God for me. Do this because of your love for me, given to you by the Holy Spirit.

When the Enemy who is Satan wants to attack and Disarm the Church, which is his greatest Enemy or problem, he targets the Men of God and Spiritual Leaders who are carrying the Knowledge of God(It's the light that Satan fears). Jeremiah 3:15,17 15 And I will give you pastors according to mine ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:30, Exodus 17:8-13, Romans 15:16, Jeremiah 3:15

Installation For An Associate Pastor

Contributed by Tony Searles on Feb 10, 2007

This is a simple Installation Service for our Associate Pastor we recently have recieved.

Installation Service Associate Pastor (Call Pastor Brian Belinda to stand before the Congregation) As we have gathered together this evening, we do so with the intention to receive a gift from God to this Body, in the form of an Associate Pastor. The Scripture informs us in Ephesians 4:11, “And ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11

Denomination: Other

A Pastoral Anniversary Celebration

Contributed by Dr. Stafford Miller on May 5, 2001

IN their honor I wish to lift up several images of servant/leadership of God in which to acknowledge the marks of character that a Pastor possess.

ANNIVERSARY Sermon for Pastor_______ April 2001. PRAYER . . . MAY THE WORDS OF GOD AND HIS MESSAGES SPOKEN THIS HOUR BE BOTH A WORD OF COMFORT AND CHALLENGE WE PRAY THAT IT WILL CHALLENGE THOSE WHO ARE COMFORTABLE AND COMFORT ALL THOSE WHO ARE BEING CHALLENGED THIS DAY. There has been much ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-33, Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Methodist

Principles For Pastoral Relations

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on May 2, 2016

A message to detail the Pauline admonitions concerning elders.

Principles for Pastoral Relations 1 Timothy 5:17 Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine. 18 For the scripture saith, Thou shalt not muzzle the ox that treadeth out the corn. And, The labourer is worthy of his reward. 19 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Pastoral Personal Conduct

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 16, 2013

Timothy is instructed in how he is to conduct his life as a minister of Christ. Thus, each servant of the Master is taught how he should conduct his life and ministry.

“Command and teach these things. Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. Until I come, devote yourself to the public reading of Scripture, to exhortation, to teaching. Do not neglect the gift you have, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist