In the Bible, hands symbolize strength, action, and the resolve to fight for what is righteous. The scriptures often illustrate the importance of relying on divine guidance and support in battles, both physical and spiritual. Through these 30 verses, we will explore how God empowers His people to stand firm and engage in the struggles of life with confidence and faith.
These verses serve as a reminder that while we may prepare our hands for war, it is ultimately through God’s strength that we find victory. Each passage highlights the pivotal role of faith, unity, and divine intervention in overcoming adversities. Join us in reflecting on these powerful scriptures that encourage us to lift our hands toward God in our battles.
Blessed be the LORD my strength, which teacheth my hands to war, and my fingers to fight:
He teacheth my hands to war; so that a bow of steel is broken by mine arms.
The enemy said, ‘I will pursue, I will overtake, I will divide the spoil; my desire shall be satisfied upon them; I will draw my sword, my hand shall destroy them.’
And after him was Shamgar the son of Anath, which slew of the Philistines six hundred men with an ox goad: and he also delivered Israel.
For there fell down many slain, because the war was of God. And they dwelt in their steads until the captivity.
He teacheth my hands to war, so that a bow of steel is broken by mine arms.
Wherefore it is said in the book of the wars of the LORD, What he did in the Red sea, and in the brooks of Arnon.
And he said, Hearken ye, all Judah, and ye inhabitants of Jerusalem, and thou King Jehoshaphat; Thus saith the LORD unto you, Be not afraid nor dismayed by reason of this great multitude; for the battle is not yours, but God’s.
Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Thou art my battle axe and weapons of war: for with thee will I break in pieces the nations, and with thee will I destroy kingdoms;
Deliver the poor and needy: rid them out of the hand of the wicked.
Be of good courage, and let us play the men for our people, and for the cities of our God: and the LORD do that which seemeth him good.
There is no king saved by the multitude of a host: a mighty man is not delivered by much strength.
Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.
A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace.
When thou goest out to battle against thine enemies, and seest horses, and chariots, and a people more than thou, be not afraid of them; for the LORD thy God is with thee.
And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more.
Then said he unto them, But now, he that hath a purse, let him take it, and likewise his scrip: and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one.
For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war.
And there was no day like that before it or after it, that the LORD hearkened unto the voice of a man: for the LORD fought for Israel.
And all this assembly shall know that the LORD saveth not with sword and spear: for the battle is the LORD’s, and he will give you into our hands.
But I will have mercy upon the house of Judah, and will save them by the LORD their God, and will not save them by bow, nor by sword, nor by battle, by horses, nor by horsemen.
Of Zebulun, such as went forth to battle, expert in war, with all instruments of war, fifty thousand, which could keep rank: they were not of double heart.
And ye shall hear of wars and rumors of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet.
And it came to pass, after the year was expired, at the time when kings go forth to battle, that David sent Joab, and his servants with him, and all Israel; and they destroyed the children of Ammon, and besieged Rabbah.
No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is of me, saith the LORD.
Famous and Strong Quotes about hands for war
We are not concerned with the very poor; they are just hands.
The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places.
The past is never dead. It's not even past.
A politician is an animal which can sit on a fence and still keep both ears to the ground.
We are all here on Earth to fart around. Don't let anybody tell you any different.
Divine Strength for the Battle Ahead
Heavenly Father,
We come before You with hearts full of gratitude for the strength You provide. You are our fortress and our shield in times of conflict. We ask that You equip our hands for war, that we may stand firm against the trials and temptations that seek to pull us away from Your light.
Guide our actions and decisions, Lord, so that every movement reflects Your will. Grant us courage to confront the struggles in our lives and the wisdom to choose righteousness over fear. May our hands be instruments of Your peace and warriors in Your truth as we fight the battles set before us.
In moments of uncertainty, remind us of Your everlasting presence. Help us to lean on You for strength, trusting that with Your guidance, we can overcome the darkness around us. May we always remember that the battle belongs to You, and victory is found in surrendering our struggles to You.
We pray for those who are in the midst of fierce fights, whether they be physical, emotional, or spiritual. Surround them with Your protection and give them the might to continue onward. Together, we seek Your face, knowing that with You, we shall triumph.
In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.