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. 1351
    Ariane says:

    Ariane, Aurora IL
    A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Proverbs 15:1 (NIV)

  2. 1352
    Ali, Oklahoma says:

    Proverb 16:3 “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”NIV

  3. 1353
    KanduGal says:

    Melanie – Decatur, AL
    Psalm 1:1-3
    Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers.
    But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night.
    He is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither. Whatever he does prospers.

  4. 1354
    Becky says:

    Becky
    Universal city, TX
    Psalm 90:17
    “May the favor of the Lord our God rest upon us;
    Establish the work of our hands for us-
    Yes, establish the work of our hands.”
    NIV

  5. 1355
    Libby says:

    Libby, Dallas TX
    Ephesians 2:10 GW

    God made us what we are. He has created us in Christ Jesus to live lives filled with good works that he has prepared for us to do.

  6. 1356
    Sherry says:

    Sherry ~ Dayton, NV ~”Do all things without murmuring and disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world.” ~Philippians 2:14-15 NKJV

  7. 1357
    Becky says:

    Becky, Whitehall, “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

  8. 1358
    Lindsey says:

    First off, how do I add my picture!!! :/ Someone please clue me in! Okay, now more importantly, when Beth mentioned the younger girls that are doing this, a lightbulb went off! Why am I not doing this with my almost 6 yr old?! So I am off today to by her a spiral. I am SO excited! Okay here it goes…

    Lindsey E. and Madilyn E.
    Sierra Vista, AZ

    Psalm 91:2 NIV

    I will say of the LORD, “He IS my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.”

    Madilyns will just start with the quotations to make it a little easier! 🙂 This is a blessing!

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      Follow emails by Gravatar to add your picture.

  9. 1359
    Heather Joy says:

    Heather, Birmingham, Romans 12:21 NIV
    Do not be overcome by evil but overcome evil with good.

  10. 1360
    LaShae says:

    LaShae, Abilene
    Psalm 28:7 (NASB) The Lord is my strength and my shield;  
    My heart trusts in Him, and I am helped;  
    Therefore my heart exults, And with my song I shall thank Him.

  11. 1361
    Jill_in_AL says:

    Jill in Trussville, Alabama

    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.

    Psalm 143:8 NIV

  12. 1362

    Julie Terrell, San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas, MEX
    Psalm 28:7 (Amplified Bible)
    The Lord is my Strength and my [impenetrable] Shield; my heart trusts in, relies on, and confidently leans on Him, and I am helped; therefore my heart greatly rejoices, and with my song will I praise Him.

  13. 1363
    Karen says:

    Karen, Vancleave,MS

    Philippians 1:6

    “I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work in you will continue to complete it until the day of Christ Jesus.” NAB (Catholic Edition)

  14. 1364
    Amy, Irvine, CA says:

    Psalm 46:10 “Be still and know that I am God, I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” NIV

  15. 1365
    Terrie says:

    Terrie, Birmingham, Alabama

    Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? Luke 12:25 NLT

  16. 1366
    Cari says:

    Cari, Huntington WV

    Jeremiah 31:25 “For I satisfy the thirsty person and feed all those who are weak.” HCSB

  17. 1367
    Kelly says:

    Kelly from Jackson, TN

    Phillipians 1:27-28: “Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one for the faith of the gospel without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved—and that by God.

  18. 1368

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

    Leah D.(Charlotte, NC)

  19. 1369
    Ann from Garden City Michigan says:

    Ann Garden City, MI He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. Psalm 23:2 KJV

  20. 1370
    Andrea Jones says:

    Andrea Jones, Houston, TX

    Psalm 27:13-14, NKJV
    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!

  21. 1371
    candie says:

    Candie from Gulfport, Ms.

    Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. Phil 4:8 ESV

  22. 1372
    Gretchen Heilmann says:

    Gretchen, Gahanna,OH-” I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes I will remember your miracles of long agao. I will meditate on all your works and consider all your mighty deeds. Psalm 77:11-12 (NIV)

  23. 1373

    Leah Taylors, SC And let endurance have its perfect effect, so that you will be perfect and complete, not deficient in anything. But if anyone is deficient in wisdom, he should ask God, who gives to all generously and without reprimand, and it will be given to him. James 1:4-5 NET

  24. 1374
    Jen says:

    Jennifer, Springfield MO
    Therefore as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Colossians 3:12 NIV

  25. 1375
    Rebecca says:

    Rebecca–Vancleave, MS:

    “I would have lost heart, unless I had believed
    That I would see the goodness of the LORD
    In the land of the living.” Psalm 27:13 (NKJV)

  26. 1376
    Molly says:

    Molly, Macon
    Romans 15:13 NIV “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.”

  27. 1377
    Paula says:

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

  28. 1378
    Lindsey says:

    Lindsey, Charleston, SC: “Why spend money on what is not bread, and your labor on what does not satisfy? Listen, listen to me, and eat what is good, and you will delight in the richest of fare.” Isaiah 55:2, NIV

  29. 1379
    Amy, Mobile says:

    “He Himself bore our sins in His body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live in righteousness. By His wounds you have been HEALED.” 1 Peter 1:24 ESV

  30. 1380
    Carisa says:

    Carisa, Aberdeen, SD
    “I will sing to the Lord, for he has been good to me.” Psalm 13:6 NIV

  31. 1381
    Mary Beth says:

    Mary Beth, Abilene TX

    “The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven.”

    Hebrews 1:3 NIV

  32. 1382
    Lanell, Houston, Texas says:

    Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23

  33. 1383
    Anne says:

    Anne, Ralph: “And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen and establish you.” 1 Peter 5:10 ESV

  34. 1384
    Kimberly says:

    Kimberly, Ocoee, Florida
    “Be not decieved; God is not mocked; for whatsoever a man soweth that shall he also reap. For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; by he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting. And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap if we faint not.
    (typed by memory!!!) Galations 6:7-9 KJV

  35. 1385
    MaryR Snyder says:

    Mary, Alabama
    He is before all things and by Him all things hold together. Col. 1:17 HCSB

  36. 1386
    Tamara says:

    Tamara – San Antonio, TX

    “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yorselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Galatians 5:1 NIV

  37. 1387
    Becky says:

    Becky, Brunswick, GA

    Psalm 11:1 (NKJV)
    In the Lord I put my trust; How can you say to my soul,
    “Flee as a bird to your mountain”?

  38. 1388

    Tyler
    Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada

    Forget about what’s happened; don’t keep going over old history. Be alert, be present. I’m about to do something brand-new. It’s bursting out! Don’t you see it?

    ~Isaiah 43:18-19a (Msg)

  39. 1389
    Christina says:

    First time here doing this. Decided on Psalm 23 one verse at a time to start out 🙂

    Christina, Altoona PA, The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want. Psalm 23:1 NASB

  40. 1390
    Anne says:

    Cedarburg, WI “But as for me, I watch in hope for the LORD,
    I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me.” Micah 7:7 NIV

  41. 1391
    Cessie says:

    Cessie, Bakersfield, CA
    “Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” I Thessalonians 5: 16-18 NIV

  42. 1392
    Anne says:

    Anne Squamish BC Cananda
    Isaiah 61:1-2

    “The Spirit of the sovereign Lord is on me because the Lord has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the broken hearted to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness the prisoners, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favour and the day of vengence of our God, to comfort all who mourn” NIV

    Phew, and I’ll tackle the rest next month!

  43. 1393
    Linda says:

    1 Corin 10:31 (NIV)
    So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.

  44. 1394
    Marianne Foriska says:

    Marianne, Saegertown,Pennsylvania
    “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.” Philippians 4:6-7

  45. 1395
    Tracy Bowen says:

    Tracy, Hobe Sound, Florida “And I ask that with both feet planted firmly on love you’ll be able to take in with all the followers of Christ the extravagent dimensions of Christ’s love. Reach out and experience the breadth! Test the length! Plumb the depths! Rise to the heights! Live full lives, full in the fullness of God. Ephesians 3:18-19 The Message

  46. 1396
    Erin Ward says:

    Erin, Springfield MO
    “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all He has done.” Philippians 4:6 NLT

  47. 1397
    deborah says:

    Deborah, Kennewick. “I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.” John 15:11 NIV

  48. 1398
    ginny says:

    Ginny, Cape May, NJ
    Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.
    Psalm 27:14 NIV

  49. 1399
    Twyla says:

    Twyla, Greenville
    Eph. 3:21 “to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations forever and ever! Amen” NIV

  50. 1400
    Kimberly Folger says:

    Kimberly, Edgewood, Wa : “Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord” Romans 12:11 (NIV)

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