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!
Cheryl Martin-Cypress, TX
Ephesians 5:13-15 Therefore, take up the full armor of God, so that you will be able to resist in the evil day, and having done everything to stand firm. Stand firm therefore, having girded your loins with truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace. NASB
Jamie, Windsor,CA Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Matthew 5:6 NIV
The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the LORD has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners.
To proclaim the year of the LORD’s favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn, and provide for those who grieve in Zion-to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the LORD for the display of his splendor. [Isaiah 61:1-3 NIV]for all of Jan.
“The Lord bless you and keep you;
the Lord make his face shine on you
and be gracious to you;
the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”
Numbers 6:24-26(NIV)
Tammy, Seagrove, Who comforteth us in all our tribulations, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God. 2 Corinthians 1:4 KJV
Caroline, Cincinnati: He shall say to them, “Hear, O Israel, you are approaching the battle against your enemies today. Do not be fainthearted. Do not be afraid, or panic, or tremble before them, for the LORD your God is the one who goes with you, to fight for you against your enemies, to save you.” (Deut 20:3-4; NASB)
Isaiah 41:13
For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand, and says to you, Do not fear, I will help you.
Jennifer, Monroe, GA
“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 praise worthy–meditate on these things.” Philippians 4:8 RKJV
Karina, Recife – Brazil
“But the land you are crossing the Jordan to take possession of is a land of mountains and valleys that drinks rain from heaven. It is a land the Lord your God cares for; the eyes of the Lord your God are continually on it from the beginning of the year to its end.” Deut. 11:11-12
Philippians 1:6 “And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue His work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.”
San Tan Valley, AZ
“All scripture is God – breathed and useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.” 2 Timothy 3:16 (NIV)
Charlene, Santa Fe, TX: Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in me will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1:6 NIV
Jocelyn, Costa Mesa, CA: Because of the Lord’s great love, we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every moorning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23 NIV
Amy H., Oklahoma City, “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 NIV
Jennine, Chandler, – “Write these commandments that I’ve given you today on your hearts. Get them inside of you and then get them inside your children. Talk about them wherever you are, sitting at home or walking in the street; talk about them from the time you get up in the morning to when you fall into bed at night.” Deuteronomy 6:7 (MSG)
leigh, shelby, nc: “You’re blessed when you work up good appetite for God. He’s food and drink in the best meal you’ll ever eat.” Matt. 5:6 the message
Stephanie, Reno: “Search me O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.”
Psalm 139: 23-24 NIV.
Amy, San Antonio, John 3:30 “He must become greater, I must become less”.
Vickey Plumerville, AR: You are my shelter and my shield; I put my hope in your word. Psalm 119:114 NIV
Pam, Milledgeville, Ga.: Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you, and lead me along the path of everlasting life. Psalm 139:23-24 NLT
Mitzi, Woodstock GA
Psalm 65:11; “You crown the year with a bountiful harvest; even the hard pathways overflow with abundance.” NLT
1 Peter 5:6&7
So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and in His good time he will honor you. Give all your worries and care to God, for he cares about what happens to you.
1 Peter 5:6&7 NLT
Diane from Ijamsville, Maryland: “He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God.”
Micah 6:8, NAS
Joy, Monroe, GA – You crown the year with Your goodness, And Your paths drip with abundance. -Psalm 65:11 NKJV
Kim, Austin Texas: ” We live by faith not by sight”.
2 Corth 5:7 NIV
Hebrews 4:12 NIV – “For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.”
ashley e
huntsville, al
Hosea 10:12
English Standard Version
12Sow for yourselves righteousness;
reap steadfast love;
break up your fallow ground,
for it is the time to seek the LORD,
that he may come and rain righteousness upon you.
Matthew, Monroe, NC (age 11)
Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.
Psalm 51:10 NIV
yeay for you, Matthew!!! awesome!!!
Edie
Franklin, Tn.
*Romans 12:2
“And do not be comformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.
New King James Version
Jessica, Oklahoma: “and the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7 NIV
Scotti,Memphis: 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. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:11-13 NIV
Janet, Moberly, MO
Jeremiah 29:11-12
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. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you.
Life Application Study Bible – NIV
Cindy, Lexington, KY: These things I have spoken to you. That in me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world.
John 16:33 NASV
Mandy in Byram, MS
“Simply let your ‘yes’ be ‘yes’ and your ‘no’, ‘no’; anything beyond this comes from the evil one.”
Matthew 5:37
Elyshia, Lakeland
Psalm 63:5
“You satisfy me more than the richest feast. I will praise You with songs of joy.” (NLT)
Cindy, Seattle:
No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to humanity. God is faithful and He will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation He will also provide a way of escape, so that you are able to bear it. 1 Corinthians 10:13 HCSB
Cheryl, Vancouver, BC: “He has showed you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”
Micah 6:8, NIV
“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 in the desert & rivers in the badlands.”
Isaiah 43: 18-19 (Message)
Monica Ciampa
NY>
Cambridge-Narrows: “May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and mouth you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 15:5-6 NIV
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Therefore do not cast away your confidence,which has great reward.
Hebrews 10:35
NKJ
Teresa,Rowlett: My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. Psalm 121:2, ESV.
Ashley, Greenville, “A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart. For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of.” Luke 6:45 NIV
Marlies, The Netherlands: She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. Proverbs 31:25 NIV
Paula, Russell,KY. It if for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. Galations 5:1, NIV.
Cindy, Lexington,KY: These things I have spoken to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world. John 16:33 NASV
Marie, Byhalia, MS: “So teach us to number our days, that we may present to You a heart of wisdom.” Psalm 90:12, NAS
Pat, Fairview TN. Matthew 5:16 – In the same way let your light shine before others that they may see your good deeds and glorify you Father in Heaven. NIV
Renee, Kingwood, TX
Psalm 65:11 – PERFECT hope verse and focus.
You crown the year with Your good blessings, and You leave abundance in Your wake. The NET Bible
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
Melody
Myrtle Beach, SC
Rebecca, Fort Collins James 1:17 Every good and perfect gift is from above coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. (NIV)