#outstretched arm

[persona4-anime]

[sailormoon-episodes]

High Resolution available at http://www.sailormoon.xyz/images/picture-20110/

[toarumajutsu]

[rozenmaiden-dolls]

[kelswarren]

In the Bible, "hand" often metaphorically refers to the action of an individual. The phrase "mighty hand" indicates that God is powerful and intentionally intervenes (acts) in people's lives. The "outstretched" arm, on the other hand, implies a work not yet fully completed- a work in progress. The image of a mighty hand and outstretched arm illustrates that God is intentionally involved in history on an ongoing basis, actively using His power to perform special acts that influence the course of events.

Mary A. Kassian, Knowing God By Name, scripture reference: Deuteronomy 26:8