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. 1651
    Rebecca says:

    Rebecca Mt, Holly

    Before I finished praying in my heart, Rebekah came out, with her jar on her shoulder. She went down to the spring and drew water, and I said to her, ‘Please give me a drink.’ Genesis 24:45 NIV

  2. 1652
    Jennifer says:

    I know their pain and will make them as good as new. They’ll get a fresh start, as if nothing had ever happened. And why? Because I am their very own God.
    I’ll do what needs to be done.
    Zechariah 10:16 The Message

  3. 1653
    Norma says:

    Norma, Phoenix, Proverbs 30:5 Every word of God is pure; He is a shield to those who put their trust in Him. NKJV

  4. 1654
    Kelli says:

    Kelli — Anchorage, AK
    Psalm 143:8, NIV
    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 lift up my soul.

  5. 1655
    Rebekah says:

    Rebekah, Australia “And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful.” 2 Timothy 2:24 NIV

  6. 1656
    Stacie Grubbs says:

    Stacie, Memphis TN
    Colossians 3:23-24 KJV And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily as to the Lord, and not unto men; Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.

  7. 1657
    Pat says:

    Pat, Woodstock, Al. Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again Rejoice! Phillipians 4:4 NIV

  8. 1658
    Nise' says:

    Nise’, Michigan
    I raise my eyes toward the mountains, where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth. He will not allow your foot to slip, your Protector will not slumber. Indeed, the Protector of Israel does not sleep or slumber.
    Psalm 121:1-4 (HCSB)

  9. 1659
    Sandi says:

    Sandi T., Wichita Falls, TX:
    “By this all men will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” John 13:35 NIV

  10. 1660
    Meg says:

    Megan
    Blytheville, AR
    I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit, in the bond of peace. Ephesians 4:1-3 (ESV)

  11. 1661
    Anita says:

    Anita – Tehachapi, CA

    Psalm 86:11
    Teach me your way O Lord, and I will walk in your truth, give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name.

  12. 1662
    kem says:

    Kem, Memphis

    Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we will boast in the hope of the glory of God.

    Romans 5:1-2 (NIV)

  13. 1663
    Annemarie says:

    Isaiah 26:3 You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, whose thoughts are fixed on you.

  14. 1664
    Tarah says:

    Tarah – Rib Lake, WI

    “But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that the surpassing power belongs to God, and not to us.”

    2 Corinthians 4:7 ESV

  15. 1665
    Donna, Sarnia, Ontario says:

    Donna, Sarnia, Canada
    “O Lord, be gracious to us;
    we long for You.
    Be our strength every morning,
    our salvation in time of distress.”
    Is 33:2 NIV

  16. 1666
    Susan-Houston says:

    You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off the old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.
    Ephesians 4:22-24, NIV

  17. 1667
    Heather says:

    Heather, Piedmont. Isaiah 43:1 NIV But now, this is what the Lord says- he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: Fear not for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.

  18. 1668
    Beth says:

    Beth, Oxford,MS; “So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall! 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.” ICor. 10:12-13 (NIV)

  19. 1669
    Allison says:

    Tinley Park, IL
    “Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit lead me on level ground.” Psalm 143:10 NIV

  20. 1670
    Jackie says:

    Jackie, Arnold, MO
    Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Eph. 4:2 NIV

  21. 1671
    Amanda says:

    Amanda, Centerville, UT. “For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, “Abba Father!” ESV

  22. 1672
    Kimberly says:

    Kimberly, Palm City FL
    So don’t be anxious about tomorrow. God will take care of your tomorrow too. Live one day at a time. Matthew 6:34 The Living Bible

  23. 1673
    Cheryl says:

    Cheryl, Austin. “But you, LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high.” Psalm 3:3 NIV

  24. 1674
    Lynn Miller says:

    Lynn, Lubbock, TX:
    “But you have an anointing from the Holy One, and all of you know the truth.” 1 John 2:20

  25. 1675
    Karen says:

    Karen, Springfield, MO: “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” Romans 12:18 NIV

  26. 1676
    Kelly says:

    Kelly, Katy TX.
    Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9 ESV

  27. 1677
    Maureen says:

    Maureen, Cambridge, MA: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28 (NIV)

  28. 1678
    Cindy says:

    Cindy from Madrid, Spain
    “Wait for the LORD;
    be strong and take heart
    and wait for the LORD.” Psalm 27:14 (NIV)

  29. 1679
    braydenandbodiesmama says:

    Ruston, LA

    Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.
    Colossians 3:13
    NLT

  30. 1680

    Melody Joy, Scranton, PA “…This I call to mind and therefore I have hope: 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. I say to myself, ‘The LORD is my portion; therefore I will wait for Him.” ~Lamentations 3:21-24 (NIV)

  31. 1681
    Alexis says:

    Alexis, Corvallis OR:
    “So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” 2 Corinthians 4:18 (NIV)

  32. 1682
    Natalie says:

    Natalie – Kiowa, CO “Man looks on the outward appearance, but God looks at the heart.” – I Samuel 16:7b

  33. 1683
    Ashlie says:

    Ashlie, Yukon, OK
    “You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart.” Jeremiah 29:13 ESV

  34. 1684
    Kelli says:

    Kelli, Moss Point, MS: “If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.” Galatians 5:25, NKJV

  35. 1685
    Abbey Bowman says:

    Abbey, Simsboro,LA: “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 Thesalonians 5:16-18 NLT

  36. 1686
    Lisa from Seattle says:

    Lisa – Seattle, WA

    I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. Psalm 119:11 (NIV,NLT)

  37. 1687
    Angie says:

    Angie, Clanton, AL
    Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland.
    Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV)

  38. 1688
    Heather says:

    Heather Liberty, TX Jude 1:24-25a NLT
    Now all glory to God, who is able to keep you from falling away and will bring you with great joy into his glorious presence without a single fault. All glory to him who alone is God, our Savior through Jesus Christ our Lord.

  39. 1689
    Erin Van Zandt says:

    Erin, New Orleans, LA.
    …whether full or hungry, hands full or hands empty. Whatever I have, wherever I am, I can make it through anything in the One who makes me who I am. Philippians 4:12-13

  40. 1690

    Staci, Beaumont, TX
    “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. I say to myself, “The LORD is my portion; therefore I will wait for him.” Lamentations 3:22-24 (NIV)

  41. 1691
    Tara says:

    Tara, North Platte. “My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to become angry, for a man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires.” James 1:19-20 NIV

  42. 1692
    Jamie Maddox says:

    Jamie, Augusta, GA-

    Lead me, O lord, in your righteousness because of my enemies-make straight your way before me. Psalm 5:8

  43. 1693
    Molly says:

    Molly – Walker, LA:

    Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.
    -1 Peter 5:7 NLT

  44. 1694
    Michelle Fishkin says:

    I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me. Phil 4:13.

  45. 1695
    Deena says:

    Deena,Corona: “But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in him. He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.” Jeremiah 17:7&8 NIV

  46. 1696
    Kathy from Shattuck, OK says:

    Kathy
    Shattuck, OK
    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.”

  47. 1697
    Melissa Danisi says:

    Melissa, Clovis,CA: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” (Romans 12:2, ESV)

  48. 1698
    Selina says:

    Selina, Barbourville, KY.
    But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit,which is in the sight of God, of great price.
    1 Peter 3:4 KJV

  49. 1699
    Tiffany says:

    Tiffany
    Beaumont, TX

    “Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.”
    James 1:27 NIV

  50. 1700
    Michelle says:

    Michelle, Clanton, AL
    Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland.
    Isaiah 42:18-19

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