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!
Amy, Louisvlle KY
Psalm 127:1 (The Message)
If God doesn’t build the house, the builders only build shacks.
If God doesn’t guard the city,
the night watchman might as well nap.
It’s useless to rise early and go to bed late,
and work your worried fingers to the bone.
Don’t you know he enjoys
giving rest to those he loves?
Cheryl, Tylertown Ms, 2 Corth 2:8
Wherefore I urge you to reaffirm your love for Him. NAS
Sheila, Oklahoma
You crown the year with Your good blessings, and You leave abundance in Your wake.
Psalms 65:11
The NET Bible
Rome, GA
You crown the year with Your good blessings, and You leave abundance in Your Wake. Psalm 65:11 NET
Lindsay, Albuquerque, NM
“and give thanks whatever happens. That is what God wants for you in Christ Jesus.”
1 Thessalonians 5:18 NCV
and my 14 year old daughter;
Kelsie, Albuquerque, NM
“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
Krista, Morgantown WV
“Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.” Proverbs 12:18 NIV
Jamie from Blue Springs, MO:
“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
Joan, Orlando.
You crown the year with Your goodness, And Your paths drip with abundance.
Psalms 65:11 NKJV
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. Jody – Butler,PA
Linda, McCalla, Alabama
You crown the year with Your goodness;
Your ways overflow with plenty. Psalm 65:11 HCSB
Erica, Dayton, MN
Isaiah 54:10 TEV
“‘ The mountains and hills may crumble, but my love for you will never end; I will keep forever my promise of peace.’ So says the LORD who loves you.”
Lea in Lamar, Arkansas
“Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord my strength and my redeemer.” KJV
Denise. Kentucky.
Don’t let evil conquer you, but conquer evil by doing good. Romans 12:21 NLT
Erin in Jacksonville, FL
“This I recall to my mind, therefore I have hope. The Lord’s lovingkindnesses indeed never cease, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; Great is your faithfulness. “The Lord is my portion,” says my soul, “Therefore I have hope in Him.”
Eccl. 3:21-24 (NASB)
Shannon, Raleigh, NC
Isaiah 43:2-3
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;
and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you;
when you walk through fire you shall not be burned,
and the flame shall not consume you.
For I am the Lord your God,
the Holy One of Israel, your Savior.
ESV
Emmy Rome, GA
“Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.” Matthew 11:28-30 (MSG)
Penny, Ball Ground, GA “But now, this is what the LORD says–he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel. ‘Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.'” Isaiah 43:1 NIV
Julie/Austin,Texas
The Lord is my light and my salvation;
Whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the defense of my life.
Whom shall I dread?
Psalm 27:1 NASB
Mary, Springfield, MO
“But you, O Lord, are a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.” Psalm 86:15, ESV
Jennifer, Springfield When you talk, do not say harmful things, but say what people need — words that will help others become stronger. Then what you say will do good to those who listen to you Ephesians 4:29 NCV
Lori, Presque Isle ME
Proverbs 3:5-6 (New King James Version)
Trust in the LORD with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding;
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct[a] your paths.
Autumn from Crowley, LA: “For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.” Psalm 100:5 NIV
Denise Deming “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
Marianne, Saegertown,PA
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give hope and a future.”
Jeremiah 29:11
Kimberly, Kissimmee, FL
I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.Romans 15:13 NLT
2 Sam 22:20 NIV 20
He brought me out into a spacious place; he rescued me because he delighted in me.
Lori, Aurora, Colorado
Psalm 141:3 Set a guard over my mouth o Lord; keep watch over the door of my lips.l
Psalm 141:3 NIV
Wendy, Powhatan, Virginia
“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.” Hebrews 4:12 NIV
Angela – Natchitoches, LA
“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
Darcy- Navarre, FL
Oh, taste and see that the Lord is good; Blessed is the man who trusts in Him! Oh, fear the Lord, you His saints! There is no want in those who fear Him.
Psalm 34:8-9 NKJV
Patti, Statham, Ga: “And do not be conformed 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.” Romans 12:2 NKJ
“Trust in the LORD with all your heart;
do not depend on your own understanding.
6Seek his will in all you do,
and he will show you which path to take”
Proverbs 3:5-6 NLT
Amy, Mckinney Tx
” Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is sacred to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength” Neh 8:10
Pam, Katy
“Yes, and from ancient days I am he. No one can deliver out of my hand. When I act, who can reverse it? Isaiah 43:13 NIV
Lori Presque Isle, Maine
Proverbs 3:5-6 (New King James Version)
5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding;
6 In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths.
Kristi, Nashville: “Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in him, for he shields her all day long, and the one the Lord loves rests between his shoulders.” Deuteronomy 33:12, NIV
Philippians 4:4-7
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
NIV
Janna~Van Alstyne,TX
“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~TNIV
Psalm 51:10
Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.
Sorry I forgot to list that I am from Lancaster, PA!!
Joy, Whitehouse, TX.
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. Rom 15:13 NIV
Melissa, Louisville: “Then we your people, the sheep of your pasture, will praise you forever, from generation to generation we will recount your praise.” Psalm 79:13 NIV
Nicola, Oshawa, ON
“Listen to advice and accept instruction, and in the end you will be wise.” Proverbs 19:20 (NIV)
Anna, Houston, Texas. “My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken. Psalm 62:1-2 NIV
Fiffer from Lancaster, PA
Psalm 51:10
Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.
Marla, Lame Deer, MT
Matthew 6:34
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.
NIV
Brenda, Winnipeg, Canada
“You crown the year with Your goodness; Your ways overflow with plenty.” Psalm 65:11 (HCSB)
Ashley, Mobile AL
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
Expecting God to do immeasurabley more than all of us can imagine!!!!
Fontana, CA
“And I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and give you a tender, responsive heart. And I will put my Spirit in you so that you will follow my decrees and be careful to obey my regulations.” – Ezekiel 36:26-27 NLT
Sorry…didn’t write it correctly. “And I will give you a new heart with new and right desires, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony heart of sin and give you a new, obedient heart. And I will put my Spirit in you, so you will obey my laws and do whatever I command.
Michelle. Chesapeake, OH. “Not to us, O Lord, not to us but to your name be the glory, because of your love and faithfulness.” Psalms 115:1 NIV
You will be a crown of splendor in the Lords hand. A royal diadem in the hand of your God. Isaiah 62:3