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!
Juli, Oklahoma. And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Roman 8:28, NIV.
Brooke, Peoria, AZ: I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end He will stand on the earth. Job 19:25 (NIV)
Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe you have received it, and it will be yours.
Mark 11:24
Peggy – Cheyenne, Wyoming
Kristen, Huntsville, AL: “The Lord your God is in your midst, a victorious warrior. He will exult over you with joy, He will be quiet in His love, He will rejoice over you with shouts of joy.” Zephaniah 3:17 NASB.
Katie, Duluth, MN “Above all love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” 1 Peter 4:8 NIV
Penny, Glendale, AZ: Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer. Ps 19:14
Deb, Pelzer, SC, “Direct me in the path of your commands, for THERE I find delight.” Psalm 119:35 (NIV)
Michelle, New Richmond, WI – “Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.” 1 Chronicles 16:11 NIV
Lindy, NC
Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.
Hebrews 10:23 NIV
16 Do you not know that you are a temple of God and that the Spirit of God dwells in you? 17 If any man destroys the temple of God, God will destroy him, for the temple of God is holy, and that is what you are.
1 Corinthians 3:16-17 (NASB)
Danaly from Lumberton, TX
Lina in Lompoc, CA: “Now therefore, if you will indeed obey My voice and keep My covenant, then you shall be a special treasure to Me above all people; for all the earth is Mine.” Exodus 19:5, NKJV
Becky, Clemmons, NC: 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
Jan, Topeka, KS: A man is a slave to whatever has mastered him. 2 Peter 2:19 NIV
Audrey, Rockwall, TX: Children obey your parents in all things. Colossians 3:20 NCV
Do everything without complaining or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe.
Philippians 3:14,15 (NIV)
He reached down from on high and took hold of me; he drew me out of deep waters. He rescued me from my powerful enemy, from my foes, who were too strong for me. They confronted me in the day of my disaster, but the LORD was my support. He brought me out into a spacious place; he rescued me because he delighted in me. Ps. 18:16-19, NIV
Theresa, Brandon, MS: “For the Lord will remove his hand of judgment and will disperse the armies of your enemy. And the Lord himself, the King of Israel, will live among you! At last your troubles will be over, and you will never again fear disaster…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 3:15-17 (NLT)
Jill from Atlanta: “The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me; Your love, O Lord, endures forever-do not abandon the works of Your hands.” Psalm 138:8 NIV
Gail, Phoenix 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
Chyrll, Memphis: How blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, Nor stand in the counsel of the wicked, Nor stand in the path of sinners, Nor sit in the seat of scoffers! But his delight is in the law of the LORD, And in His law he meditates day and night. And he will be like a tree firmly planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in its season, And its leaf does not wither; And in whatever he does, he prospers. Psalm 1:1-3, NASB
Debra says
Psalm 32 verses 7-8
You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance
I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go. I will counsel you and watch over you.
Janet, North Little Rock, The Lord’s lovingkindnesses indeed never cease, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning. Great is thy faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23 (NASB)
“I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.” Psalm 119:11 NIV
Psalm 119:105 is my first. How can I go wrong, starting with a verse that begins “Thy word?”
Joy
Cairo, Ga.
“O LORD, You are my God; I will exalt You and praise Your name, for in perfect faithfulness You have done marvelous things.” Isaiah 25:1, NIV
Angie, Cincinnati, OH~ Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. Romans 12:2
Melissa, Orlando, FL: “When I am afraid, I will trust in you” Psalm 56:1 NIV
Lyn
Littleton NH
Every good thing bestowed and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow. James 1:17 NASB
So looking forward to what God is going to do this year!
jeanette, danville
“Fear not, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will help you; I will uphold you with my victorious right hand” Isaiah 40:10 The Living Bible
Cindy, Gold Canyon, AZ. Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest”.
Eileen
Lompoc, CA
Colossians 3:17 {NRSV}
Whatever you do, in word or deed do everything with the name of the Lord Jesus.
Christy in Vidor, TX
Before they call I will answer; while they are still speaking I will hear.
Isaiah 65:24 (NIV)
“You crown the year with your good blessings, and you leave abundance in your wake.” Psalm 65:11 (NET)
Lori, League City, TX
Molly, Rochester, NY: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.” Deuteronomy 6:5 NIV
Judy, Holland, MI: But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be glory both now and forever! Amen. II Peter 3:18
Cassie, Mansfield TX: “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Matthew 6:33-34 (niv)
Kelly, Springfield, MO: For the vision is yet for an appointed time; but at the end it will speak, and it will not lie. Though it tarries, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry. ~Habakkuk 2:3 NKJV
Dawn – Menomonee Falls, WI
“I waited patiently for the LORD; He turned to me and heard my cry.” Psalm 40:1 NIV
KaRetha, Denham Springs, LA – “You crown the year with Your goodness, and Your paths drip with abundance.” Psalm 65:11 NKJV
Kayla, Guthrie, OK: A thief comes only to steal adn to kill and to destroy. I have come that they may have life and have it in abundance. John 10:10 HCSB
Laura, Priceville ~ “And whatever you do, in word or in deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.” Colossians 3:17 ESV
Charli, Birmingham: “But now Lord, what do I look for? My hope is in you.” Psalm 39:7, NIV.
Shirley, Palm Coast, FL This hope is a strong and trustworthy anchor for our souls. It leads us through the curtain into God’s inner sanctuary. Hebrews 6:19 New Living
Leslie, Cartersville, GA
31 Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ 32 For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. 33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.34 “Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble. Matthew 6:31-34 ESV
Rachael, South Riding, VA: Whenever I am afraid, I will trust in You. -Psalm 56:3 NKJV
Jennifer in New Orleans, La: 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. Deuteronomy 1:30 NIV
Terri, Florence AL: “You crown the year with a bountiful harvest; even the hard pathways overflow with abundance.” Psalm 65:11 NLT
Nicole, Oxford: “Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 NLT
Dawn – Clever, MO “I am still confident of this: I will see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living. 14 Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD.” Psalm 27:13-14 NIV
Alicia, Fort Worth: Shout for joy to God, all the earth; sing the glory of his name; give to him glorious praise! Psalm 66:1-2 ESV
Hannah,Oxford PA
Psalm 139: 13 NIV
For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.