2011 Siesta Scripture Memory Team: Verse 2!

Hey, Sweet Things!

You guys are so much fun. Thanks for getting excited with us about the app. I’m just thinking about how this whole technology thing was in the mind of God centuries ago when He inscribed His words on the sacred page through the pens of men. Too much to wrap our minds around, isn’t it? He is the One who knows “the end from the beginning,” and “from ancient times, what is still to come.” He says, “My purpose will stand, and I will do all that I please.” (Isaiah 46:10)

At the moment I’m typing up this post, we have a whopping 9250 entries under Verse 1. Never in my wildest imagination did I picture this. I was pretty blown away by our strong and steady couple of thousand in 2009. Keep in mind that the 9250 is not an exact reflection of participants because there are some replies under comments, like, “I’m copying yours!” and “I’ve never even heard that verse!” I’m not going put a restriction on that because community in Christ is what makes Siestaville work. We do know, however, that way over 8000 are participating because that many women ordered spirals or downloaded the artwork. Others who are participating grabbed their own spirals the easier way from the store. I also want you to picture the many preadolescent girls we have on our team. Don’t you remember loving stickers and pens and school supplies when you were that age? I should have known they’d take to the spirals. Just close your eyes and imagine them reciting some of the verses dearest to your heart. Many of us have lived long enough to know by life experience what they are reciting by faith. It’s such a precious thought to me. They will find Jesus faithful just as we have. Yep, we have junior Siestas but we also have plenty of senior Siestas which delights me just as much. Our joy in standing shoulder-to-shoulder with this mighty band of women is indescribable. I wonder how many football fields we would stretch across. Whew. For just a split second I saw us all in my bright red college drill team uniforms. Scratch that thought.

OK, before I call for your second verses, many of you asked for the exact date of the SSMT celebration next January. I double-checked the weekend with Sabrina and it’s January 20-21, 2012 from Friday evening until Saturday noon. Of course, we’ll get you the proper information starting early next Fall but, if you think you might want to come, put it down on your calendar, start saving your expense money, and plan to memorize your darling little head off. The event itself is our gift to you and your ticket in is your well-used spiral (of either kind).

Are you ready for SSMT Verse 2? I’m giving you a heads-up that I plan to target a lot of James verses this year so, while I’m still going to tell you mine each time, I’ll also suggest a good alternative for those of you who could use an additional idea. Remember! Limit your comments to Name, City, Verse, and Translation. Here’s mine:

Beth, Houston. “My brothers and sisters, do not show prejudice if you possess faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ.” James 2:1 The NET Bible

Here’s an alternative I really love and memorized a couple of years ago. My dear coworker, Diane, is memorizing it right now so it’s washing back over my mind:

Many, O LORD my God, are the wonders You have done. The things You planned for us no one can recount to You; were I to speak and tell of them, they would be too many to declare.” Psalm 40:5 NIV

And that, O Lord, is the gospel truth.

OK, Sisters! Bring on Verse 2!

I pray that Christ is so pleased. I feel in my soul that He is.

Have a great weekend!

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  1. 5001
    Kristy, Abilene KS says:

    Psalm 18:2-3 2)The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whim I take refuge. He is my sheild and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. 3) I call to the Lord, who is worthy of praise and I am saved from my enemies.

  2. 5002
    Julianne says:

    Julianne – St. Louis, MO
    “If you spend yourselves in behalf of the hungry and satisfy the needs of the oppressed, then your light will rise in the darkness and your night will become like the noonday.”
    Isaiah 58:10 NIV

  3. 5003
    Colleen Delbridge says:

    Colleen, Cape Town, South Africa.
    See, I am doing a new thing!
    Now it springs up; are you not aware of it?
    I am making a way in the desert
    and streams in the wasteland. (NIV)

    I was also amazed at the number of replies. Praise God, His Word is powerful!

  4. 5004
    Lantana says:

    Lantana; Edmond, Oklahoma:
    Christ lives in me. The life you see me living is not “mine,” but it is lived by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
    Galatians 2:20 (part of it), The Message

  5. 5005
    Elizabeth says:

    Elizabeth, Birmingham, AL

    Isaiah 58:11 (New International Version, ©2010)

    11 The LORD will guide you always;
    he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land
    and will strengthen your frame.
    You will be like a well-watered garden,
    like a spring whose waters never fail.

  6. 5006
    Susie F says:

    Susie F from Los Angeles

    John 1:14 NIV

    The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.

  7. 5007
    Ann says:

    Ann, Cantonment, FL

    “For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light.” Ephesians 5:8 NIV

  8. 5008
    Carrie says:

    Carrie- St. Cloud, Fl

    Understand, therefore, that the Lord your God is indeed God. He is the faithful God who keeps his covenant for a thousand generations and lavishes his unfailing love on those who love him and obey his commands.
    Deuteronomy 7:9 NLT

  9. 5009
    Ivy says:

    The lines of purpose in your lives never grow slack, tightly tied as they are to your future in heaven, kept taut by hope.

    The Message is as true among you today as when you first heard it. It doesn’t diminish or weaken over time.
    Colossions 1:5

  10. 5010
    Yolanda, El Paso, TX says:

    Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive and inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.
    Colossians 3:23-24 NIV

  11. 5011
    Krista says:

    Krista, Birmingham, AL
    “Each heart knows its own bitterness, and no one else can share its joy.” Proverbs 14:10 NIV

  12. 5012
    Melissa F. says:

    Melissa, Blairsville, GA

    “I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears.”

    Psalm 34:4 (NIV)

  13. 5013
    Natalie Derrick says:

    Natalie, Melbourne. Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. 

  14. 5014
    Renee says:

    Renee, Cincinnati, Ohio

    “The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid, do not be discouraged”

    Deuteronomy 31:8
    NIV

  15. 5015
    Tami Nantz says:

    Tami, Washington, D.C.: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.” Galatians 5:22-23 KJV

  16. 5016
    Teresa says:

    Teresa, Humble, TX.

    “He who guards his mouth and his tongue keeps himself from toubles” – Proverbs 21:23(AMP)

  17. 5017
    Maryann Ramseyer says:

    Maryann, Phoenix
    The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
    Lamenations 3:22-24 ESV

  18. 5018
    Jaye says:

    Jaye (Keller, TX)

    Repay no one evil for evil, but give thought to do what is honorable in the sight of all. If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceable with all.

    Romans 12:17-18 (ESV)

  19. 5019
    rita, dubai says:

    Ps 141:3
    Take control of what I say O Lord and guard my lips —- NLT

  20. 5020
    Amanda says:

    Amanda in Chesapeake VA:

    Matthew 6:27 – Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? (NLT)

  21. 5021
    Suzanne says:

    Suzanne – 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

  22. 5022
    Barbara says:

    Greenville, SC

    “In all their affliction He was afflicted,
    And the Angel of His Presence saved them;
    In His love and in His pity He redeemed them;
    And He bore them and carried them all the days of old.”
    Isaiah 63:9 NKJV

  23. 5023
    Sherry says:

    Sherry, Hillsboro OR
    He wakens me morning by morning, wakens my ear to listen like one being taught. Isaiah 50:4b NIV

  24. 5024
    Earlene Brewer says:

    Lord my God, You have done many things–Your wonderful works and Your Plans for us; none can compare with You. If I were to report and speak (of them), they are more than can be told.

    Psalms 40:5 Holman Chrisitian Study Bible.

    Oak Ridge, Tn

  25. 5025
    Cindy says:

    Cindy, Berry, “Delight yourself in the LORD and He will give you the desires of your heart”. Psalm 37:4 NIV

  26. 5026
    Debbie says:

    Debbie, New Delhi India: Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling-block or obstacle in your brother’s (or sister’s) way. Romans 14:13 NIV

  27. 5027
    Jamie Smith says:

    “You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand and it gives light to the whole house. In the same way let your light shine before men that they may see your good deeds and praise your father in heaven. –Matthew 14-16

  28. 5028
    Christine says:

    Christine, Oxford, MI

    Rise up; this matter is in your hands. We will support you, so take courage and do it.
    Ezra 10:4 NIV

  29. 5029
    Kelli says:

    Kelli – Kennesaw, GA

    This is the day the Lord has made;
    let us rejoice and be glad in it.

    Psalm 118:24
    NIV

  30. 5030
    Alison says:

    Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.

    Ephesians 4:29 NLT

    Alison
    Lithia,FL

  31. 5031
    Wendy Berenson says:

    Wendy, Mechanicsville, VA

    “He has shown you, O mortal what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.” Micah 6:8 NIV Student Bible

  32. 5032
    Amy says:

    Amy, Seminole, FL “Wait for the Lord; Be strong and let your heart take courage; Yes, wait for the Lord.” Psalm 27:14 NASB

  33. 5033
    Katherine says:

    Katherine – Charlottesville, VA
    Prov. 16:3: “Commit your work to the LORD, and your plans will be established” (NASB).

  34. 5034
    Bekah says:

    How precious are your thoughts about me, O God. They cannot be numbered!
    Psalm 139:17 (NLT)

    Bekah (10 yrs old)
    Lithia, FL

  35. 5035
    Heidi says:

    Heidi – Lancaster, PA
    The Lord will fulfill His purpose for me; your love, O Lord, endures forever – do not abandon the works of your hand. Psalm 138:8 (NIV)

  36. 5036
    Wendy says:

    Wendy, Elm City, Joshua 1:9 (NIV)
    Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.

  37. 5037
    Phil Walker says:

    Hi, Siesta memorizers. I would love for you to join the community of Scripture enthusiasts at http://www.memverse.com for mutual encouragement and inspiration.

    In Christ, Phil Walker [email protected]

  38. 5038
    Shanna says:

    Let your eyes look straight ahead,
    fix your gaze directly before you.
    Make level paths for your feet
    and take only ways that are firm.
    Do not swerve to the right or left;
    keep your foot from evil.

    Proverbs 4:25-27 (NIV)
    Shanna from Chandler, AZ

  39. 5039
    Laura says:

    Laura, Houston

    If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake, you will save it.
    Matthew 16:25 (NLT)

  40. 5040
    Dana says:

    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 minds in Christ Jesus.
    Phillipians 4:6-7 NIV

  41. 5041
    Melanie says:

    Melanie Atlanta, GA
    I run in the path of your commands, for you have set my heart free.
    Psalm 119:32 (NIV)

  42. 5042
    Dori says:

    Dori Cook
    Spring Hill, TN

    “Teach me Your way, O Lord, that I may walk and live in Your truth; direct and unite my heart [solely, reverently] to fear and honor Your name.” Psalm 86:11 Amplified

  43. 5043
    Megs says:

    Megan, Memphis
    Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15

  44. 5044
    Kelly says:

    Kelly, Rockton, IL: Galations 6:9 “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” NIV (As in cleaning, laundry and cooking!) 🙂

  45. 5045
    Jenna says:

    “And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.”
    2 Corinthians 9:8 (NIV)
    Jenna
    Benton, AR

  46. 5046
    Victoria says:

    Victoria,Conway AR
    Show me the right path, O Lord; point out the road for me to follow. Lead me by Your truth and teach me, for You are the God who saves me. All day long I put my hope in You.
    Psalm 25:4-5 (NLT)

  47. 5047
    Nicole says:

    Nicole, Blue Springs, MO

    Proverbs 21:23 (The Message)

    23 Watch your words and hold your tongue;
    you’ll save yourself a lot of grief.

  48. 5048
    Mandy says:

    Mandy, Lafayette IN

    Though I walk in the midst of trouble, You will revive me; You will stretch forth your hand against the wrath of my enemies, and Your right hand will save me.

    Psalm 138:7 (NASB)

  49. 5049
    Julie Lake says:

    Julie, Owensboro, KY “You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you.” Isaiah 26:3 NIV

  50. 5050
    Amy G says:

    Amy-Clovis, Ca
    having miscarried 5 days ago, God gave me this:

    “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. I will be found by you,” declares the Lord.

    Jeremiah 29:11-13 NIV

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