In the Hands of God

Summary of Dr. David Wins’ Message: In the Hands of God

Central Theme: The safest and most fruitful place for a believer is in the hands of God. Throughout Scripture, God’s hand symbolizes blessing, guidance, protection, and divine purpose. We are “cupped and covered” in His hands.

Key Scriptures

• Psalm 139:5 – “You have hedged me behind and before and laid your hand upon me.”

• Psalm 31:15 – “My times are in your hands.”

• John 10:27–29 – Jesus declares that no one can snatch His sheep from His hand or the Father’s hand.

• Acts 11:21 – “The hand of the Lord was with them.”

Four “House Visits” (Illustrations)

1. Jacob’s House (Genesis 48) God crosses His hands, placing the greater blessing on the younger son Ephraim instead of Manasseh — a picture of grace and divine reversal. God often chooses the least likely.

2. Jesse’s House (1 Samuel 16) David, minimized and forgotten, is unexpectedly chosen and anointed as king. God crosses His hands again, preferring the humble over the mighty.

3. Jesus’ Household (The Disciples) Jesus chose ordinary, flawed people — fishermen, doubters, and even a tax collector — to show that divine purpose comes through grace, not human merit.

4. Jabez’s House (1 Chronicles 4:9–10) Jabez, born in pain, prayed that God’s hand would be with him — and God granted his request. No one is a mistake; we are miracles in God’s plan.

The Call to Action

• Commit everything into God’s hands: Your spirit, family, and future.

• Adopt the word “Nevertheless” for 2026: Despite trials and uncertainty, the foundation of the Lord stands sure.

• Raise holy hands: A sign of surrender and participation in God’s ongoing work.