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!
Nancy, Hartford,KY
” Be still and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world.”
Psalms 46:10 NLT
Susan, Chesapeake, VA: “Forget about what’s happened; don’t keep going over old history. Be alert, be present. I’m about to do something brand-new. It’s bursting out! Don’t you see it? There it is! I’m making a road through the desert, rivers in the badlands.” -Isaiah 43:18-19 (The Message)
Stacey, Sarah, and Mary
Memphis, TN
“No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it”
Hebrews 12:11 NIV
Julie, Deer Park: Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility,gentleness and patience. Colossians 3:12 NIV
I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for the Lord sustained me.Psalm3:5 KJV
You crown the year with your bounty and your carts overflow with abundance. Psalm 65:11
Melissa from Chicago, IL :: “Look, I am about to do something new; even now it is coming. Do you not see it? Indeed, I will make a way in the wilderness, rivers in the desert.” (Isaiah 43:19, Holman Christian Standard) :: Thank you, LORD!
Thank you for sharing Melissa! I really needed to hear this today!!! It came right on time!!
rejoice not against me, o mine enemy
when i fall, i shall arise;
when i sit in darkness, the lord shall be a light unto me.
i will bear the indignation of the lord, because i have sinned against him, until he plead my cause, and execute judgment for me:
he will bring me forth to the light, and i shall behold his righteousness.
micah 7:8-9 kjv
Psalm 65:11 NET
Becky Bristol, RI
“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.” James 1:17 KJV
Katie
Etna, California
“And you who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Col 3:12 NAS
Kristen, Austin, Texas
Phillippians 4:6-7
NASB
Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God which surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
My sweet friend! So happy we’re doing this together!
Meredith, Los Angeles, CA: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” – Philippians 4:6, NIV
Amanda, Jackson,MS – “But You, O Lord, are a shield for me, my glory, and the lifter of my head” Psalm 3:3 Amplified
Amy from Sonoita, AZ: “She opens her mouth with wisdom, And on her tongue is the law of kindness.” NKJV Proverbs 31:26
Elaine Schelhaas
Bismarck, ND
Therefore, the LORD longs to be gracious to you,
And therefore He waits on high to have compassion on you,
For the LORD is a God of justice;
And blessed are all those who long for Him.
Isaiah 30:18 NASB
Bree, Arlington, VA
Psalm 46:1 NIV
God is my refuge ad strength, an ever-presnet help in trouble. Therefore, I will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountians fall into the heart of the sea.
Robin Cleveland
For I know the plans I have for , declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11 NIV
Andrea
Columbia, SC
Lamentations 3:22-23
Because of the Lord’s great love for us, we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
Laura Sherrill, Isle of Palms, SC
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 NIV
“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up, do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” – Isaiah 43:18-19 NIV
Jean, Maryville;
Duet. 1:30-31 “The Lord your God, who is going before you, will fight for you, as he did for you in Egypt, before your very eyes, and in the desert. There you saw how the Lord your God carried you, as a …father carries his son, all the way you went until you reached this place.” (NIV)
Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. Ephesians 5:1 NIV
Sherry, Scottville, MI: “May the God of hope fill you wiith 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 NIV
I may have already posted but just wanted to be sure.
Jana, Tyler, Texas James 4:14-15 Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. 15 Instead you ought to say,”If it is the Lord’s will we will live and do this or that.”
Tina from Texas
I can do all this through him who gives me strength.
Philippians 4:13 NIV
Karen, Shelby, NC: and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7
Debbie J, Novi, MI:
“For I know the plans I have for you” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 NIV
Ann, Fishers, IN. “I can do everything through him who gives me strength.” Phillipians 4:13 NIV
Wendy, Calgary, AB Canada
“May these words of my mouth & this meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your signt, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer.” Psalm 19:14 NIV, 2010
Ann, Fishers, IN. “I can do everything through him who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:13 NIV
I’m also from Fishers.
Melanie from WV: “Teach me your way, Lord, that I may rely on your faithfulness; give me undivided heart, that I may fear your name.” Psalm 86:11 – NIV
Teresa from Fort Collins: “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing one another in love.” Ephesians 4:2 NIV
Debbie, Virginia
Isaiah 43:1 NIV
“But now, this is what the Lord says – He who created you, Jacob, He who formed you Israel: ‘Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.'”
Cheryl,Everett,NIV, Count me in!
“May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight,O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer” Psalm 19:14
jen/owasso/james 1:2-5 (NIV)
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters,whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. 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.
Jennifer, Henrietta: “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us.” Ephesians 3:20 NIV
Cindy Casper WY
Romans 12:2 (NLT)
Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think, Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect
Terri, Whitewright (TX)Luke 7:47
“Therefore, I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven – for she loved much. But He who has been forgiven little loves little.” NIV Women of Faith Study Bible
Psalm 11:7
For the LORD is righteous, he loves justice; the upright will see his face.
I love the Lord with all my heart
Kathleen, Ashland
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 NIV
Modesto,Ca.
I’m late! 1 Thessalonians 5:18 NIV Give thanks in all circumstances,for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
Clovis, NM
Rather, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ and do not think about how to gratify the desires of the sinful nature.
Romans 13:14
Karen, Dallas, TX: And we pray this in order that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and may please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, Colossians 1:10 NIV
Madrid, Spain: “I call on you, O God, for you will answer me; give ear to me and hear my prayer.” Ps. 17:6
Beth, Apex, North Carolina
13 Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. Phil 3:13-14 NIV
Kimberley: Chester, Virginia “The Lord is gracious and righteous, our God is full of compassion. The Lord protects the simplehearted; when I was in great need, he saved me.” Psalm 116:5-6
Barbara, West Salem, WI: Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6 (New International Version)
Sara, Orange, “Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.” Psalm 31:24 Concordia Self-Study Bible, NIV
‘Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know’ Jer 33:3 NIV