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. 6001
    Lindsey says:

    Lindsey
    Lincoln, Nebraska

    Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” So we say with confidence, “The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?”

    ~Hebrews 13:5-6 NIV

  2. 6002
    Stephanie says:

    Stephanie Burger – Sahuarita, AZ
    But You, O Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness. (Psalm 86:15) NIV

  3. 6003
    Joan says:

    Messed up!

    “This is my beloved son on whom my favor rests. Listen to him.”
    Matthew 17:5b (Saint Joseph Edition New American Bible)

    Joan in Melbourne Beach, Florida

  4. 6004
    Leslie Jordan says:

    Leslie – Rochester, MN

    I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

    Philippians 4:13 KJV

  5. 6005
    Vicki says:

    Vicki from Big Spring
    Do not merely listen to the Word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.
    James 1:22 NIV

  6. 6006
    Kim says:

    Kim, NY
    She opens her mouth with wisdom, An on her tongue is the law of kindness.
    Proverbs 31:26 (NKJV)

  7. 6007

    So may I forget what is behind, reach forward to what is ahead, and pursue as my goal the prize promised by Your heavenly call. Phip 312-14 NIV

  8. 6008
    Michelle says:

    Michelle, Seattle: Colossians 3:12 “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” NIV

  9. 6009
    Tracey says:

    Tracey, Knightdale, NC:

    Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established. Proverbs 16:3, ESV

  10. 6010
    Jan says:

    Proverbs 3:5
    Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding.

  11. 6011
    Renee says:

    Renee, Chicago “Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.'” Hebrews 13:5 NIV

  12. 6012
    Lanna says:

    Lanna, Missouri
    But now, thus says the Lord, your Creator, O Jacob, and He who formed you, O Israel, “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; you are Mine!”
    Isaiah 43:1,NASB

  13. 6013
    Heather says:

    James 1:26 NLT
    If you claim to be religious but don’t control your tongue, you are fooling yourself, and your religion is worthless.

    Heather
    Macclenny, FL

  14. 6014
    Shea says:

    Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my strength and my redeemer. (Psalm 19:14) NKJ

  15. 6015
    Kim M. says:

    Kim M., Elizabethtown, KY

    Psalm 25:4-5 (NIV)

    Show me your ways, O LORD, teach me your paths; guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.

  16. 6016
    Bobbie says:

    Bobbie, Arlington, Texas

    Galatians 6:9, King James Version

    And let us not be weary in well doing; for in due season we will reap, if we faint not.

  17. 6017
    Judy Norwood says:

    Judy Norwood, Greenville MS
    For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile. For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed—a righteousness that is by faith from first to last,just as it is written: “The righteous will live by faith.” Romans 1:16-17 NIV

  18. 6018
    Marcella says:

    Marcella
    Crosby,TX
    Joel 2:17 NKJV
    Let the priests, who minister to the LORD, weep between the porch and the altar, Let them say, “Spare Your people, O LORD,And do not give Your heritage to reproach, That the nations should rule over them. Why should they say among the peoples, ‘Where is their God?'”

  19. 6019
    Carrington says:

    Carrington
    Tullahoma, TN

    Micah 6:8

    “And what does the Lord require of you, but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God.” (New American Standard Bible)

  20. 6020
    Claudia says:

    Claudia ~ Mauriceville, TX
    “You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trust in you. Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD is the Rock eternal.”
    Isaiah 26: 3-4 NIV

  21. 6021
    Jennifer says:

    Jennifer
    Tullahoma, TN

    Micah 6:8

    “And what does the Lord require of you, but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God.” (New American Standard Bible)

  22. 6022
    Angie says:

    Angie ~ Prosper
    No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it.

    1 Corinthians 10:13 NIV

  23. 6023
    Sari says:

    Sari, Silver City

    2 Peter 1:3-4
    His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness 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 and escape the corruption in the world caused by evil desires.
    NIV

  24. 6024
    Debbie says:

    Debbie – Pittsburgh, Pa
    “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

  25. 6025
    Donna says:

    Donna in Fredericksburg, VA

    “Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love,
    for I have put my trust in you.
    Show me the way I should go,
    for to you I entrust my life.
    Rescue me from my enemies, LORD,
    for I hide myself in you.
    Teach me to do your will,
    for you are my God;
    may your good Spirit
    lead me on level ground.

    Psalm 143:8-10

  26. 6026
    Abby says:

    Abby, Beijing “that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his spirit in you inner being.” Eph 3:16 ESV

  27. 6027
    Heather says:

    “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all all these things will be given to you as well.”
    Matthew 6:33 NIV

    Vicksburg, Mi

  28. 6028
    Amy Hanson says:

    Amy, Omaha, “Each of you should look not only to your own interests,but also to the interests of others.” Philippians 2:4, NIV.

  29. 6029
    Rebekah says:

    Rebekah, Perth, Australia. “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and I am helped.” Psalm 28:7 NIV

  30. 6030
    Heather Jones says:

    Heather – Whittier, CA
    Proverbs 26:20 “Without wood a fire goes out; without gossip a quarrel dies down” NIV

  31. 6031
    Kendra says:

    Kendra, Keller: “Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude” – 1 Peter 3:8 NLT

  32. 6032
    Ruth says:

    Austin, Texas

    “But as for me, I am poor and needy; may the Lord think of me. You are my help and my deliverer; you are my God, do not delay.”
    Psalm 40:17 (NIV)

  33. 6033
    Lisa says:

    Lisa — Boerne, Tx.

    “So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” Colossians 2:6

  34. 6034
    Pat~Hayden says:

    Always in every prayer of mine making requests for you with all joy.
    Philippians 1:4 NKJV

  35. 6035
    Kathy says:

    Kathy from Corinth, TX For the eyes of the Lord move to and fro throughout the earth that He may strongly support those whose heart is completely His. 2 Chronicles 16:9a NASB

  36. 6036
    Brittany says:

    Brittany, Middletown, OH
    “But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ- by grace you have been saved.” Ephesians 2:4 ESV

  37. 6037
    Laura says:

    Laura,Perth,Australia
    Luke 18:1 NIV
    ‘Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.’
    I love this one!

  38. 6038
    Nicole says:

    Nicole
    Keller
    “You’re blessed when you’re content with just who you are—no more, no less. That’s the moment you find yourselves proud owners of everything that can’t be bought.”
    Matt5.5.MSG

    Hannah (12, my girl!)
    Keller
    “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

  39. 6039
    Shelby says:

    Shelby Wilmington NC
    “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, 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.” Philippians 4:6-7 NIV

  40. 6040
    Tiffani says:

    Tiffani Fort Worth, TX: Many are the sorrows of the wicked, but steadfast love surrounds the one who trusts in the Lord. Ps. 32:10 (ESV)

  41. 6041
    Patsi Shaw says:

    Eph. 1:15-16
    For this reason, because I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers.

  42. 6042
    Tricia says:

    Tricia, Smyrna: “The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease.
    Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning.”
    Lamentations 3:22-23 (NLT)

  43. 6043
    Jill says:

    Jill, Danville, KY
    For it is God who works in ou to will and to act according to his good purpose. Phil 2:13 NIV

  44. 6044
    Heather says:

    Heather Clark, Richton, MS
    Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them that put thier trust in him.
    Proverbs 30:5

  45. 6045
    Tina says:

    Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord shall be praised. Proverbs 31:30 NIV

  46. 6046
    Kelli kegley says:

    Kelli, Lebanon, Tn

    Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These commandments that I give to you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your
    children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.

    Deuteronomy 6:5-7 NIV

  47. 6047
    Aimee says:

    He tends His flock like a shepherd:
    He gathers the lambs in His arms,
    and carries them close to His heart.
    He gently leads those who have young.

    Isaiah 40:11

  48. 6048
    Jill says:

    Jill -Charlottesville, VA
    Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken. (Psalm 55:22) NIV

  49. 6049
    jody says:

    jody, Minden, LA
    “I have sought your face with all my heart; be gracious to me according to your promise.” Psalm 119:58 NIV

  50. 6050
    Heather says:

    Heather ~ Little Rock, AR.

    Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.
    1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (New Living)

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