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!
I thought I was on my own! Didn’t realize how this worked until I read the instructions. I will not be tardy in the future.
“This is the day which the Lord hath made, we will rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalm 118:24 KJV
I sing the “Psalm 118, verse 24” like it is part of the song.
No problem! Welcome!
Jennifer from Montgomery, Pa- “The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me because the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the afflicted; He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to captives and freedom to prisoners; to proclaim the favorable year of the Lord and the day of vengeance of our GOd; to comfort all who mourn,to grant those who mourn in Zion, giving them a garland instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, the mantle of praise instead of a spirit of fainting. So they will be called oaks of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that He may be glorified.” (NASB)
Donna, Summerfield, NC: “The Spirit of the Lord God is upon Me, because the Lord has anointed Me to preach good tidings to the poor; He has sent Me to heal he brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to those who are bound.” Isaiah 61:1 NKJV
Martha,Round Rock: Be glad for all God is planning for you. Be patient in trouble, and always be prayerful. Romans 12:12 Touch Point Bible
Psalm 1:1-6
1-Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. 2-But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on His law he meditates day and night. 3-He is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its
fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither. Whatever he does prospers.4-Not so the wicked! They are like chaff that the wind blows away.5-Therefore, the wicked will not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the assembly of the righteous. 6-For the Lord watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish.
Charlotte, Sulphur, LA: Whatever you do, work heartily as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord, you will receive the inheritance as your reward. Colossians 3:23-24
Stephanie, Warsaw, IN: “Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life.” Proverbs 4:23 ESV
For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love and self-discipline. 2 Timothy 1:7 NLT
Miranda – Atlanta, GA
“For the LORD your God is living among you. He is a mighty Savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With His love, He will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.” (Zephaniah 3:17, NLT)
Miranda, God has spoken to me through the verse you have shared.
Thank you sister. God bless you.
Regards, Shaminder
Phyllis, Cleveland, TN ~
May the God of hope fill you with all joy & peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. Romans 15:13
Susan, Alabama: “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 NIV
Although the Lord has given you bread of privation and water of oppression, He, your Teacher, will no longer hide Himself but your eyes will behold your Teacher. Your ears will hear a word behind you, “This is the way, walk in it” whenever you turn to the right or to the left. ~ Isaiah 30:20-21 (NAS)
Rebecca from New Orleans –
but those who hope in the LORD
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint.
Isaiah 40:31 NIV
I pray out of His glorious riches He may strenthen you with power through His Spirit in your inner being so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. Ephesians 3:16-17 NIV
Joyce, Ooltewah, TN
“Commit thy way unto the Lord; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass. And he shall bring forth thy righteousness as the light, and thy judgment as the noonday. ” Psalm 37:5-6 KJV
Ann,Atlanta: “The eyes of the Lord are toward the righteous and His ears are open to their cry.”Psalms 34:15(NAS)
Kelley, Jackson MO Ps 65:11 You crown the year with your bounty and your carts overflow with abundance.
Skylar, Collinston, La. Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude. 1Peter 3:8 NLT
janalese, from Angier NC
I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.
The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God who loved me and gave himself
for me.
Galations 2:20 NIV
Dana from Hoover, Alabama
1 Corinthians 13: 4-5
Love is patient, Love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no records of wrongs.
Ivy, Athens, Ga: I don’t think my first post from a few days ago went through, so I’m trying again.
“Yes, Lord, walking in the way of your truth, we wait eagerly for you, for your name and your renown are the desire of our souls.” Isaiah 26:8 (a combination of translations)
Sorry I’m late girls…when I found this I didn’t want to miss out!
“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” (Hebrews 11:1, NASB)
Let us draw near to God with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience and having our bodies washed with pure water (Hebrews 10:22, NIV)
Whatever you do, work heartily for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord, you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ. Colossians 3:23-24
Kristi, Richmond, TX ~ Trust in Him at all times, you people; Pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us. Selah. Psalm 62:8 (NKJV)
Isiah 43:18,19 Message…Forget about what has happened! Don’t keep going over old history. Be Alert! Be Present! I am about to do something brand new. It’s bursting out…don’t you see it? Look, there it is…I’m making a road in the desert and rivers in the badlands.
Karen, Springdale, Arkansas
Deut. 1:31
The Lord your God carried you, as a man carries his son, in all the way you8 went until you came to this place.
“As he who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct” 1 Peter 1:15
Savannah Adams- Fort Mill, South Carolina
“May you be strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy,” Colossians 1:11
Laura, Lincoln, NE: Isaiah 41:10 (New King James Version)
Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’
Jen, Fairfax, VA “The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me. Your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever.” Psalm 138:8 NIV
Beth, Chicago: Without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. Hebrews 11:6 NIV
Philippians 3:12 (New International Version, 2010)
“Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me.”
Better late than never!
Emily Forthofer
Cleveland, Ohio.
Jennifer Greensburg, La
“Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.” Proverbs 16:24
Kimberly W. – Cleveland, TN
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
I’m memorizing Philippians this year.
Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, to all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the overseers and deacons; Philippians 1:1
“You have made known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.” – Psalm 16:11
Kim from Lititz, PA: “Sons are a heritage from the LORD, children a reward from Him.” Psalm 127:3 NIV
Amy
Washington, D.C.
“And I am sure that god, who began the good work within you, will continue his work until is is finally finished on that day when Christ Jesus comes back again.” NLT
Holly, Snellville “You crown the year with your bounty, and your carts overflow with abundance” Psalm 65:11
Catrina (from TN):
Create in me a clean heart, O God and renew a right, persevering and steadfast spirit within me.
Psalm 51:10 (AMP)
Norma, Odessa, Texas
“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him and he shall direct they paths.” KJV
Lindsey, Odessa, Texas
“In deed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake, I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubish, in order that I may gain Christ.”
Phil 3:8 ESV
Abby, Odessa, Texas
“Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you” I Peter 5:7 NLT
Flo, Wetumpka,Al. Great is our Lord and mighty in power;his understanding has no limit. Psalm 147:5 NIV
Jamie, Philly
…but whoever listens to me will live in safety and be at ease, without fear of harm.” (NIV)Proverbs 1:33
Rachel-Asheville, North Carolina: “Delight yourself also in the LORD, and He shall give you the desires of your heart.” -Psalm 37:4
Robin, Roanoke, VA
You crown the year with Your good blessings, and You leave abundance in Your wake. Psalm 65:11
Tiffany-Round Rock, Texas
You must be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. James 1:19
Kristin, North Chelmsford, MA
I’m stealing your’s Beth!
Psalm 65:11
You crown the year with your good blessings, and You leave abundance in Your wake. The Net Bible.
It’s just too appropriate!