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!
Leanna, Lafayette, IN –
His divine power has given us everything we need for a godly life through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness. Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires.
2 Peter 1:3-4, NIV
I’m doing the same verses Leanna!
Lauren, Jackson, Ky. ” Behold, the former things are come to pass, and new things do I declare; before they spring forth I tell you of them.”- Isaiah 42:9, KJV… ”
But had to share this part from the Message Translation: “I’m announcing the new salvation work.
Before it bursts on the scene,
I’m telling you all about it.”
Let (Keep) your conduct (life) be without covetousness; be content with such things as (what) you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” Hebrews 13:5
Bev, Louisville, KY
“You crown the year with Your good blessings, and You leave abundance in Your wake.” Psalm 65:11 The NET Bible
Not the verse I planned, but it fits me & I love it so much, I switched.
Jennifer, Denver
“But as for me, I will always have hope; I will praise you more and more.
My mouth will tell of your righteousness, of your salvation all day long,
Though I know not its measure.”
Psalm 71: 14-15 (NIV)
Judy, Gainesville
For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.
Colossians 1:13-14 NIV
Debbie, Chickamauga: Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world. John 4:4, KJ
Jennifer, Medford: Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on Thee; because he trusteth in Thee. Isaiah 26:3 KJV
Sara, Fisherville, KY: “Everything is permissible for me, but not everything is beneficial. Everything is permissible for me, but I will not be mastered by anything.” 1 Cor. 6:12 NIV 1984
Lisha; Visalia, CA (I choose two verses) – I brought you into a fertile land to eat its fruit. Jeremiah 2:7a
When your words came, I ate them; they were my joy and my heart’s delight, for I bear your name, O Lord God Almighty. Jeremiah 15:16
NIV
Carol, Taylors
“If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from His love, if any fellowhip with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion then make my joy complete by being like-minded having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose.” Philippians 2:1-2 NIV
Kristina Huntsville, AL: Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Colossians 3:12 NIV
Heather, Santa Fe, There is a way that appears to be right, but in the end it leads to death. Proverbs 14:12, NIV
“You will seek me and find me when you seek me with ALL your heart.” Jeremiah 29:13 NIV
Alicia from McDonough, GA
This day i call heaven and earth as witnesses against you that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life, so that you and your children may live and that you may love the Lord your God, listen to his voice, and hold fast to him. For the Lord is your life, and he will give you many years in the land he swore to give to your fathers, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.
Deut 30:19-20 NIV
Aileen from Nashville: “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” Ephesians 2:10, NLT
Carolyn, New Baden, IL – Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Col. 3:15, NIV
Rea, Centennial,CO, Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You. Blessed are You,O Lord!
Teach me Your statutes. Psalm 119: 11-12
Nancy, Aurora, CO. Jeremiah 29:11, 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. NIV
Psalm 34:1
I will bless the Lord at all times;
His praise shall continually be in my mouth
Olathe, Kansas
New American Standard Bible
Crosby, TX
Jeremiah 4:8
Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy–meditate on these things.
Hope, Mayfield KY, Psalm 65:11. You crown the year with Your good blessings and You leave abundance in Your wake. The NET Bible.
Thank you Mrs. Beth. See you at Passion!
Kim, Dickinson, ND
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
Tami, Martins Mill, Texas: “…and if He calls you, say “Speak, Lord, your servant is listening” 1 Samuel 3:9(NIV)
1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 (NIV)
May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful and he will do it.
Tracy
Granger, IN
Karen, Centralia: Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence indeed is the Lord. Jeremiah 17:7 HCSB
Teri, Boise: 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
Angie,Weston,MO: Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God. And the peace of God, that transcends all understanding, will guard your heart and your mind in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7
Victoria, Conway, AR
“You have circled this mountain long enough. Now turn north,”
Deuteronomy 2:3 (NASB)
Joan, Washington, MI “I lift my eyes to the hills-where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. He will not let your foot slip-he who watches over you will not slumber: indeed, he who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep. Psalma 121:1-4 NIV
Rachael, Cincinnati, OH: “Oh sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done marvelous things! His right hand and his holy arm have worked salvation for him.” Psalm 98:1 ESV
Cindy, Apex, NC, “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable- if anything is excellent or praiseworthy- think about such things.” Philippians 4:8 NIV
Sherri, Lebanon, MO: “Be anxious for nothing, 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 undertstanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 NKJV
DONNA, HUNTERSVILLE, NC: 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
Nancy, Kiwoko, Uganda. Yes, Lord, walking in way of your laws, we wait for you; your name and renown are the desire of our hearts. Isaiah 26:8 NIV
Jessica-Leavenworth,IN
Matthew 9:17 NIV
Neither do men pour new wine into old wineskins. If they do, the skins will burst, the wine will run out and the wineskins will be ruined. No, they pour new wine into new wineskins, and both are preserved.
Hannah;Dayton; I Thessalonians 5:23, “Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely; and may your whole spirit, soul and body be preserved blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.”;New International Version
Angela
Garner, NC
“…make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance.” 2Peter 1:5a-6a
Psalm 65:11
You crown the year with Your blessings, and You leave abundance in Your wake. NET
Shelly, Portland, OR: Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:27 NIV
Nancy-Yonges Island, SC “Strengthen the feeble hands, steady the knees that give way:say to those with fearful hearts, Be strong, do not fear: your God will come, He will come with a vengeance; with divine retribution He will come to save you.” Isaiah 35: 3-4
Hi friend!
Lorene, El Dorado Hills “Be still and know that I am God…” Psalm 46:10a, NIV
Sherree, Lilburn, GA: Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come. 2 Corinthians 5:17 NAS
Gin, Hampton Roads: Create in me a clean heart, Oh God, and renew a right Spirit within me. Psalm 51:10 ESV
Kathy
Columbus, OH
“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
Regina, SC
Deuteronomy 30:16 (MSG)
And I command you today: Love God, your God. Walk in his ways. Keep his commandments, regulations, and rules so that you will live, really live, live exuberantly, blessed by God, your God, in the land you are about to enter and possess.
Charmaine, Miami: You crown the year with your goodness; Your ways overflow with plenty. Psalm 65:11 HCSB
Michelle, Clanton, AL: “You crown the year with your bounty, and your carts overflow with abundance.” Psalm 65:11 NIV
beth, lakeland, florida: “For my determined purpose is that I may know Him, that I may progressively become more deeply and intimately acquainted with Him, perceiving and recognizing and understanding the wonders of His Person more strongly and more clearly…” Philippians 3:10a Amplified Bible
Gal.5:22, 23A MSG But what happens when we live in God’s way? He brings gifts into our lives, much the same way that fruit appears in an orchard – things like affection for others, exuberance about life, serenity. We develop a willingness to stick with things…
Judy Q Concord NC