READY? AIM! FIRE!
Happy New Year, my dear sisters in Jesus! Last night I wrote a letter to the Lord Jesus right before I went to sleep and recalled His faithfulness through a tumultuous year. Right before I turned out the light, I opened up Daily Light for the last Scripture reading for the year and it offered this verse:
The Lord your God carried you, as a man carries his son, in all the way you went until you came to this place. Deut. 1:31
I could have cried. Yes, He surely did. And He carried you, too. Tightly in His faithful arms.
Only God knows what this particular year has in store for us. He alone sees how the path will wind, and climb, and fall, and rise again. We do not have control over the future as we glance ahead to 2011 but make no mistake. He does and we, His lavishly loved daughters, can indeed prepare to live what He thoughtfully brings our way victoriously. On this first day of the new year, we are not victims. We are called to live as victors, holding up the Shield of Faith in one hand and the Sword of the Spirit in the other.We need BOTH.
It’s finally time to post your first memory verse of 24 in 2011! If you haven’t already read the instructions thoroughly, please look at the post on December 26th titled “Siesta Scripture Memory Instructions.” It will tell you everything you need to know. Just a quick refresher: Your comments will almost entirely consist of these entries:
First name, city, verse, reference, and version.
Please keep it limited to these facts so that the verses stand out prominently for us to behold. You can occasionally say something as brief as “I’m excited!” Or “I need prayer!” but nothing longer than that please. Let’s let the Scriptures themselves rise like we’re looking at them with our 3-D glasses on.
Here’s my first Scripture entry of 24 in 2011:
Beth, Houston: All generous giving and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or the slightest hint of change. James 1:17 The NET Bible
Be sure and hand write your verse in your spiral to help engrave it on your sweet mind. Also consider writing your contact information on the inside cover in case you leave it somewhere and God causes someone gracious to find it.
I love to claim Psalm 65:11 on the first day of the new year:
You crown the year with Your good blessings, and You leave abundance in Your wake. The NET Bible
Lord, I want an abundance of Your Holy Spirit! (See Luke 11:13!) Abba, go before us this year and leave the fragrance of Your very presence in Your wake!
OK, Siestas! Hit it! I’ve prayed for you and can’t wait to pursue the Lord Jesus Christ with you this year. If some of you don’t know which verse to use this time around, consider Psalm 65:11. It’s a great first round.
Remember to wait 24 hours from the time you post your comment until you assume it got lost and enter it again. So many comments come in at once on these Scripture memory posts that the server bogs down, causing it to take extra time.
I love you, Sisters! Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we can do this! Remember, KEEP IT SIMPLE AND MEANINGFUL!
Rebecca, College Station, My God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus. – Phillipians 4:19 (King James)
Janice -Nova Scotia, Canada
May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to You,O Lord , my rock and my redeemer.
Psalm 19:14 NLT
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight. O Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Ps. 19:14 ESV
“Lord your servant is listening!” 1 Samuel 3:9 (NIV)
Sandra, Kayleigh and Bethany from Waco, TX: We started the “No Other Gods” Bible Study by Kelly Minter so here’s our verse: Then God spoke all these words saying, I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. You shall have no other gods before me. Exodus 20:1-3 NASB
Amy in Fort Payne: In your anger; when you are on your beds, search your hearts and be silent. Offer sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the LORD. Psalm 4:4-5
In your anger, do not sin;
Brea, Gardendale, AL
Return, O Israel, to the LORD your God, for your sins have brought you down. Bring your confessions, and return to the LORD. Say to him, “Forgive all our sins and graciously receive us, so that we may offer you our praise.”
Hosea 14: 1-2 (NLT)
Romans 15:13 (NIV)
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Denise, Madison Alabama
Send your light and your truth.
Let them guide me.
Let them bring me to your holy mountain
and to your dwelling place.
Psalms 43:3 (GW)
Sandy, Galveston
You crown the year with your bounty, and your carts overflow with abundance. Psalm 65:11 NIV
Kelly Atlanta “You, dear children, are from God, and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.” NIV
Natalie, Irvine, CA:
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.
Colossians 3:12 NIV
He will die for lack of discipline, led astray by his great folly. Proverbs 5:23, NIV
For the Lord gives wisdom, and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding.
Proverbs 2:6 NIV
Fran, Corryton, TN
Seek the LORD, and his strength: seek his face evermore. Psalm 105-4 (KJV)
Jess, Auburn, AL.
The Sovereign Lord has given me an instructed tongue,to know the word that sustains the weary. He wakens me morning by morning, wakens my ear to listen like one being taught. Isaiah 50:4, NIV.
Oh–this one is good!
Kylie, Boulder
Again, the devil took him to a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor. “All this I will give you,” he said, “if you bow down and worship me.”
Jesus said to him, “Away from me, Satan! For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God and serve him only.'”
Matthew 4:8-10
Colleen, O’Fallon. For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and future. Jeremiah 29:11. NIV
LOIS ANDERSON, CRYSTAL SPRINGS, MS. TEACH ME ACCORDING TOYOUR CONSTANT LOVE AND TEACH ME YOUR COMMANDS. I AM YOUR SERVANT GIVE ME UNDERSTNDING SO THAT I MAY KNOW YOUR TEACHINGS. PSALMS 119:124-125 GOOD NEWS BIBLE
Stephanie, Hampton: For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7, NKJV
Jen, Houston: Romans 8:18 (ESV)
For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.
Meredith, Valdosta: Colossians 4:6 NASB
Let your speech always be with grace, as though seasoned with salt, so that you will know how you should respond to each person.
Robin, Lindale Tx: Psalm 65:11 “You crown the year with a bountiful harvest; even the hard pathways overflow with abundance.” NLT
Lynn
St Michael, MN
He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful. John 15:2 (NIV)
Erin; Kewanee, IL
Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that openly profess his name. And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.
Hebrews 13:15-16 NIV
“Listen to my instruction and be wise; do not ignore it. Blessed is the man who LISTENS to me, WATCHING daily at my doors, WAITING at my doorway. For whoever finds me finds life and receives favor from the Lord.” Proverbs 8: 34-35
Tina, Houston, TX
If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast.
Psalm 139: 9&10 NIV
Heather, Franklin, MA
“The whole earth will acknowledge the Lord and return to him. All the families of the nations will bow down before him.” Psalm 22: 27 (NLT)
Geri, Lebanon, IL
The Lord is faithful to all His promises and loving toward all He has made. PSALM 145:13 NIV
”For the Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost”
Luke 19:10
Rachel, Glendale,Az
“Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is Gods will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1Thessalonians 5:16-18
But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run and not be weary; and they shall walk and not faint.
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your understanding. Proverbs 3:5 NIV
Ann
Prior Lake, MN
“Let the morning bring me word of Your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in You. Show me the way I should go, for to You I lift up my soul.” Psalm 143:8 NIV
Michelle, Salida, CA
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:13
Deb from Aberdeen,SD
I have just recently lost my mom to cancer.
Psalm 61:1-2 NKJV
Hear my cry, O God;
From the end of the earth I will cry to you.
When my heart is overwhelmed;
Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
Deb, I’m so sorry for your loss. Your scripture is actually one of my favorite songs: Lynn DeShazo set this passage to music (in the 80’s, I think?). You could probably find it on the Internet. I know Integrity Hosanna recorded it on one of their earliest praise & worship cds.
Jesus, please be the tangible Rock to Deb. Let her feel Your Love for her.
Stephanie, Mobile. God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1 NIV
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.” Ephesians 6:10-11 NIV
“Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.”
Romans 12:9-10, ESV
Marcia, Holly Springs, NC
Amy – Custer, SD
May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless in the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful and he will do it.
1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 NIV
Jackie, Dothan, AL
This is my command-be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9 NLT
Lake Jackson, TX
I pray that from His glorious, unlimited resources He will empower you with inner strength through His Spirit.
Ephesians 3:16 NLT
April, Oak Ridge, Tennessee
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.” James 1:5
Kathryn — Jacksonville, Florida.
“My eager dersire and hope being that I may never feel ashamed, but that now as ever I may do honour to Christ in my own person by fearless courage.” Philippians 1:20 NIV
I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13
Mischia, Morganton, NC. “So if you are serious about living this new resurrection life with Christ, act like it. Pursue the things over which Christ presides. Don’t shuffle along, eyes to the ground, absorbed with things right in front of you.” Colossians 3:1 The Message
Allie, Acworth, GA: For is while we were enemies we were reconciled to God by the death of His Son, much more, now that we are reconciled, shall we be saved by His life. (Romans 5:10 ESV)
Misti, Granbury “But the Lord said to her, ‘My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details. Ther eis only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it and it will not be taken away from her.” Luke 10:41-42 ESV
Lonnye, Athens, AL
Deuteronomy 31:8 (NIV)
“The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”
Jill, Puyallup, WA
“The Lord your God carried you, as a man carries his son, in all the way you went until you came to this place.”
Duet. 1:31