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!
Search me, O God, and know my heart;
Try me, and know my anxieties;
Psalm 139:23 NKJ
Lindsay from Rogers, AR
Psalm 18:1-2 – “I will love you, O Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer;
My God, my strength, in whom I will trust; My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.” [NKJV]
Sue, Visalia, CA
“And 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 NIV
“You turned my wailing into dancing; You removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, that my heart may sing your praises and not be silent. Lord my God, I will praise you forever.” Psalm 30:11-12 (NIV)
Casi
Woodway, Texas
Rachel in Tucson
Psalm 121:3 NIV
“He will not let your foot slip- he who watches over you will not slumber.”
Michelle, Frisco, TX “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.” Eph. 6:10 (NIV) – sorry late – traveling with family and no internet!!!
John 14:23a NIV
Jesus replies, “Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching.”
Bobbi, Kelowna, BC
Search me, 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
Linda, Knoxville. And, behold, I am coming quickly, and My reward is with Me, to give to every one according to his work. Revelation 22:12 NKJV
I thought I could post my comment on the app, but I’m not sure…sorry if this is a duplicate.
Whitney, Tulsa. Sorry I’m late in posting…my father passed away last week. Prayers needed. My 2nd verse is:
Therefore, my beloved brethren, be firm (steadfast), immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord [always being superior, excelling, doing more than enough in the service of the Lord], knowing and being continually aware that your labor in the Lord is not futile [it is never wasted or to no purpose]. 1 Cor. 15:58 AMP
You will still need to come to the Blog to post your verse. The app will let you see Beth’s posts, and notify you of new SSMT posts.
Praying for you and your family, Whitney. Praying you experience His extraordinary comfort and peace during this sad time.
Love,
Your siesta
Asheville, NC
Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
1 Thes. 5:16-18 NIV
I am sooo late:
Kathy Gerlach, Andover, KS
Romans 15:4 NIV For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures we might have hope.
Wendy
Houston
James 1:12 Blessed is the man who perserveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.
(NIV)
Katie Atlanta, GA Philippians 4:6-7 NIV
“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.”
Kari, Colorado Springs, CO
“I would have lost heart, unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Wait on the LORD; be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart; wait, I say, on the Lord!”
Psalm 27:13-14
Denver CO Psalm 16:1 NIV – Keep me safe, my God, for in you I take refuge.
Valerie, West Texas
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Col. 3:12 (NIV)
Julie
January 17
Ft. Wayne, Indiana
3And said, Truly I say to you, unless you repent (change, turn about) and become like little children [trusting, lowly, loving, forgiving], you can never enter the kingdom of heaven [at all].
Amplified
Jess, Auburn
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another in all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
Colossians 3:15-17, NIV
May you experience the love of Christ, though it is too great to understand fully. Then you will be made complete with all the fullness of life and power that comes from God. Ephesians 4:19
Stacy Outlook, WA
Leslee, Fremont, CA
Let the king be enthralled by your beauty;
honor him for he is your lord.
Psalm 45:11 (NIV)
Heather, Camden,SC
Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.
Proverbs 3:3-4 (NIV)
Erin, Arkansas
For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realm. Eph. 6:10 (NIV)
You will be called by a new name that the mouth of the Lord will bestow. Isaiah 62:2b
Dora
Tennessee
“Therefore, my brothers, be all the more eager to make your calling and election sure. For if you do these things, you will never fall, and you will receive a rich welcome into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.”
2 Peter 1:10-11, NIV
Amy, Orlando
“Living as becomes you] with complete lowliness of mind (humility) and meekness (unselfishness, gentleness, mildness), with patience, bearing with one another and making allowances because you love one another.” Ephesians 4:2 (The Amplified Bible)
Dana, Pflugerville, TX, Don’t worry about anything, instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he hs done. Philippians 4:6, NLT
Lisa, Mauldin, Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” Ephesians 4:29 NIV
Kristen, Nashville
“No, in all these things, we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 8:37-39
-Already had my verse, forgot to post! :-/
Philippians 4:8 “Brothers and sisters, think about the things that are good and worthy of praise. Think about the things that are true and honorable and right and pure and beautiful and respected.” New Century Version
Amy, Bells, TX
Come let us sing for joy to the lord; let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation.
Psalms 95:1 NIV
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” 1 John 1:9 NIV
“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God.”
Colossians 3:16 ESV
Amanda
Houston,Texas
What does “your comment is awaiting moderation” mean?
Each comment goes through an approval process, or moderation. It does not automatically show up on the blog as you enter it. Prayerfully, it is a short wait. 😉
2Timothy 1:5 For I am mindful of the sincere faith within you, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am sure that it is in you as well. NASB
Mary Ellen Methuen, MA
Put on your new nature, and be renewed as you learn to know your Creator and become like Him. Colossians 3:10 (NLT)
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
Angie from Redding, Ca.
You have circled this mountain long enough, now turn north.
Duet. 2:3 (New American Standard Bible)
“And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.” Ephesians 3:18-19
Dawn, Overland Park, KS: “The Lord is my light and my salvation — whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life — of whom shall I be afraid?”
Psalm 27:1 (NIV)
Allison, Holcomb, MS
“I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body , I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” Gal 2:20 NIV
Suzanne, Tacoma, WA
He replied, “Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.”
Matthew 17:20 (NIV)
2 Cor 4:16 That is why we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day.
Isaiah 30:21 (NIV)
Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “This is the way; walk in it.”
Carrie
Prior Lake, MN
Krystal, Chesterfield, IN
John 14:27 NIV
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.
Sr. Jane, Clyde
For the Lord is good and His love endures forever; His faithfulness continues through all generations. Ps 100:5 NIV
Amy, Huntsville AL
“For men are not cast off forever. Though he brings grief, he will show compassion, so great is his unfailing love.” Lam 3:31-32 (NIV)
Jenni, Vivian, LA
I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as alawys Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. Philippians 1:20 NIV
Dawn, Aiken I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body I live by faith in the Son of God who loved me and gave himself for me. Gal 2:20 NIV
Anjie, Bloomington, IN
Ephesians 1:17, “I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better.”