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. 7301

    Search me, O God, and know my heart;
    Try me, and know my anxieties;
    Psalm 139:23 NKJ

  2. 7302
    Lindsay says:

    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]

  3. 7303
    Sue says:

    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

  4. 7304
    Casi says:

    “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

  5. 7305
    Rachel in Arizona says:

    Rachel in Tucson
    Psalm 121:3 NIV

    “He will not let your foot slip- he who watches over you will not slumber.”

  6. 7306
    Michelle Weihing says:

    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!!!

  7. 7307
    Kelly says:

    John 14:23a NIV
    Jesus replies, “Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching.”

  8. 7308
    Bobbi says:

    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

  9. 7309
    Linda says:

    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

  10. 7310
    Whitney says:

    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

    • 7310.1
      KMac says:

      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.

    • 7310.2
      Gretchen says:

      Praying for you and your family, Whitney. Praying you experience His extraordinary comfort and peace during this sad time.

      Love,

      Your siesta

  11. 7311
    Rebecca says:

    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

  12. 7312
    Kathy Gerlach says:

    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.

  13. 7313
    Wendy says:

    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)

  14. 7314
    katie says:

    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.”

  15. 7315
    Kari says:

    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

  16. 7316
    Laura says:

    Denver CO Psalm 16:1 NIV – Keep me safe, my God, for in you I take refuge.

  17. 7317

    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)

  18. 7318
    Julie says:

    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

  19. 7319
    Jess says:

    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

  20. 7320
    Stacy Bosma says:

    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

  21. 7321
    Leslee says:

    Leslee, Fremont, CA
    Let the king be enthralled by your beauty;
    honor him for he is your lord.
    Psalm 45:11 (NIV)

  22. 7322
    Heather Neal says:

    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)

  23. 7323
    Erin says:

    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)

  24. 7324
    dora says:

    You will be called by a new name that the mouth of the Lord will bestow. Isaiah 62:2b

    Dora
    Tennessee

  25. 7325
    Evi says:

    “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

  26. 7326
    Amy says:

    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)

  27. 7327
    Dana Riviere says:

    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

  28. 7328
    Lisa Estes says:

    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

  29. 7329
    Kristen says:

    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! :-/

  30. 7330
    Dana, Georgia says:

    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

  31. 7331
    Amy says:

    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

  32. 7332
    Jewell, Mount Juliet, TN says:

    “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

  33. 7333
    Amanda says:

    “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

  34. 7334
    Lisa Estes says:

    What does “your comment is awaiting moderation” mean?

    • 7334.1
      KMac says:

      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. 😉

  35. 7335
    lisa tapio says:

    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

  36. 7336
    Mary Ellen says:

    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)

  37. 7337
    Ashley says:

    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

  38. 7338
    Angie James says:

    Angie from Redding, Ca.

    You have circled this mountain long enough, now turn north.
    Duet. 2:3 (New American Standard Bible)

  39. 7339
    Brittany Duyka says:

    “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

  40. 7340
    Dawn Prehn says:

    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)

  41. 7341
    Allison says:

    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

  42. 7342
    Suzanne says:

    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)

  43. 7343
    Kim zerbe says:

    2 Cor 4:16   That is why we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day.

  44. 7344
    Carrie says:

    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

  45. 7345
    Krystal Comer says:

    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.

  46. 7346
    SR. REBECCA says:

    Sr. Jane, Clyde

    For the Lord is good and His love endures forever; His faithfulness continues through all generations. Ps 100:5 NIV

  47. 7347
    Amy says:

    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)

  48. 7348
    Jenni says:

    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

  49. 7349
    Dawn Leopard says:

    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

  50. 7350
    Anjie says:

    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.”

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