HOUSTON AREA TUESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY GIRLS: If by chance we end up needing to cancel tonight over the storms, I will put a cancellation notice right here on the blog so keep an eye on this spot off and on all day. Certainly check it before you set out for HFBC tonight. We love you and want to be wise!
NOON UPDATE FOR TUESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY: As of right now, Bible study is ON for tonight. It will really be cold for us south Texans but it’s supposed to be dry. We are planning on starting the lesson a little earlier and ending it at 8:15. See you there with our coats on!
Now, for SSMT:
Hey, Siestas!
Happy February 1st! Did January fly past us or what?? Weāre at least two Scriptures the richer for it, though. Iāve been using my time on my exercise bike in the mornings to practice my memory verses so Iāve mostly only heard myself repeat them gasping for breath. (If you like picturing things, itās in my garage sandwiched between boxes and stacks of 26 years of Moore paraphernalia and everything else besides an actual carā¦which is in my driveway. You also might enjoy picturing my Border Collie Star sitting right beside me, fixating on the bicycle pedal as it goes round and round. Bless her poor sweet obsessive-compulsive self.) I might have to haul the bike up there with me to the Siesta celebration next January so I can say them to my partner the same way Iāve practiced them. Or I guess I can just sit on the floor and pump my feet in the air and play like. My partner might have to sit back from me just a tad. And if none of that works, Iāll get my man to haul Star up there to watch me and see if the right conditions are responsible for the recollections. And, of course, theyāre not. In John 14:26, Christ says it is the Holy Spirit who reminds us of everything He has taught us so press on! With Him, we can do all things.
Tuesday is Bible study day for us at LPM this time of year so I donāt get to talk long on here today. So, letās get to it! Itās already time for Verse 3!
As I told you two weeks ago, Iāll primarily be working through verses out of the Book of James for much of this year. Iāll give you mine each time but Iāll also give you an alternative that I really love outside of James in case you need some ideas. Hereās the portion Iām memorizing this time around with my information:
Beth, Houston. āSpeak and act as those who will be judged by a law that gives freedom. For judgment is merciless for the one who has shown no mercy. But mercy triumphs over judgment.ā James 2:12-13 The NET Bible
I love that last statement. Mercy triumphs over judgment. Arenāt you thankful we have a Savior that feels that way?
The alternative Iāll suggest to you today is on my mind because someone I care deeply about struggles terribly with fear of death. This person isnāt chronically ill. Just oppressed and tormented by possibilities. Maybe some part of this segment might minister to you today.
Since the children are made of flesh and blood, itās logical that the Savior took on flesh and blood in order to rescue them by his death. By embracing death, taking it into himself, he destroyed the Devilās hold on death and freed all who cower through life, scared to death of death. (Hebrews 2:14-15 The Message)
Anybody āscared to death of deathā? These passages are also really rich out of the NIV if you prefer it:
Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared in their humanity so that by his death he might destroy him who holds the power of deathāthat is, the devilā and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. (Hebrews 2:14-15 NIV)
Oh, thereās nothing like the power of Godās Word. And thatās because thereās nothing like the power of God.
You sure are loved around here. OK, letās have it, 2011 SSMT! Verse 3! (Your first name, city, reference and translation please.)
Iāll talk to you soon!
Robyn, Birmingham, AL
(continuing with learning Psalm 91, in honor of Joanne)
That’s rightāhe rescues you from hidden traps,
shields you from deadly hazards.
His huge outstretched arms protect youā
under them you’re perfectly safe;
his arms fend off all harm.
Psalm 91: 3-4 (The Message)
Jenna: Interlochen, MI
If you are willing and obedient, you will eat the best from the land;but if you resist and rebel, you will be devoured by the sword.
Isaiah 1:19-20
Carol, Florence, MA.
But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed but not in despair; persecuted but not abandoned; struck down but not destroyed. 2 Cor 4:7-9
Nichole C – Nashville, TN
“And to know this love that surpasses knowledgeāthat you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.” Ephesians 3:19 (NIV)
Berni; Albuquerque, NM
“Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NIV
Andrea Hart Orlando, Fl
2 Peter 1:5-8 (NIV) “For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
May the Lord bless you and protect you.
May the Lord smile on you and be gracious
to you.
May the Lord show you his favor and give
you his peace.
Numbers 6:24-26 NLT
My city is Russellville. I forgot to include that.
Sallie-Beaverton, OR
Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourself fully to the work of the Lord because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.
1 Corinthians 15:58 NIV
Candice; Blacksburg, VA
But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect. 1 Peter 3:15 NIV
Sarah, Marshfield, MO “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
I feel like a rockstar- I chose the same verse as Beth Moore!
Anna, Austin: For judgement will be merciless to one who has shown no mercy. Mercy triumphs over judgement. – James 2:13
Shannon, Houston
Isaiah 60:1 NIV
Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord rises upon you.
Staci, Bismarck, “He who guards his mouth and his tongue keeps himself from calamity.” Proverbs 21:23 NIV
Rosie, Tacoma
And He opened their understanding that
they might comprehend the scriptures.
Luke 24:45 NKJV
Three of us memorizing this verse so far. The other is Nellie if you want to be praying for us too.
Lisa, Chattanooga: “having been filled with the fruit of righteousness which comes through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.” Phil. 1:11 NAS
Continuing with Isaiah 40…
Every valley shall be raised up,
every mountain and hill made low;
the rough ground shall become level,
the rugged places a plain
Isaiah 40:4 NIV
Melana Cummings
Sheridan Wyoming
Louisville, Ky
16 This is what the LORD says:
Ā Ā Ā āStand at the crossroads and look;
Ā Ā Ā ask for the ancient paths,
ask where the good way is, and walk in it,
Ā Ā Ā and you will find rest for your souls.
Ā Ā Ā But you said, āWe will not walk in it.’
Lesley, Wetumpka “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22-23 ESV
Sarah, Colorado Springs
Hab. 3:19 The Lord is my Strength, My Personal Bravery, My Invincible Army. He makes my feet like hinds feet and makes me walk (not stand still in terror, but to walk) and make spiritual progress upon my high places (of trouble, suffering or responsibility). Amplified Version
Psalm 130:5 NIV
“I wait for the Lord, my soul waits; and in his word I put my hope.”
I forgot to put where I was from, sorry.
Dickinson, ND
Erin, Chippewa Falls WI
“Many are the plans in a man’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.”
Proverbs 19:21 NIV
Tiffany, Dallas
Psalm 40:2{NIV}
He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand.
Kara, Ponca City, Ok:
I assure you, most solemnly I tell you, Unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains [just one grain; it never becomes more but lives] by itself alone. But if it dies, it produces many others and yields a rich harvest. John 12:24 Amplified
Melissa, Vevay, IN
Let me experience your faithful love in the morning, for I trust in you. Reveal to me the way I should go because I long for you. Psalm 143:8 HCSB
Marilyn…in Mississippi
“But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.”
I Corinthians 15:57 KJV
Hi from Dallas ~~ To him who is able to keep you from falling and to present you before his glorious presence without fault and with great joy. Jude 24 NIV
Monica, Cashiers – “But you, LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high.” (Psalm 3:3, NIV)
Yvette Sanborn,Fort Lauderdale,FL One of my goals is to work through the Proverbs so…I can act out of the person I want to be,(not the person I portrait at times!)
The intelligent person restrains his words, and one who keeps a cool head is a man (Woman) of understanding. Proverbs 17:17 Holman Christian Bible
Laura, Greenville: The Lord says, “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.” (NIV)
Whoops, it’s Isaiah 43:1.
Shannon (White Hall, AR): “Great peace have those who love Your law; nothing shall offend them or make them stumble.” Psalm 119:165 (AMP)
Colleen, Mae Sot, Thailand
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
Courtney, Montgomery, AL: Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. James 1:22, NIV
Jacque, College Station “In peace I will both lie down and sleep, for You alone, O Lord, make me to dwell in safety.” Psalms 4:8 NASB
Lanie Beth, Locust Grove, GA- “They would not be like their forefathers-a stubborn and rebellious generation, whose hearts were not loyal to God, whose spirits were not faithful to him.” Psalm 78:8, NIV
James 1:5
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.”
Tanis, British Columbia
“Indeed, God is my salvation; I will trust in Him and not be afraid, for Yah, the Lord, is my strengh and my song. He has become my salvation.” Is 12:2 HCSB
Karen
Tallahassee, FL
My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. 2 Cor. 12:9a NIV
Diane, Killeen: “So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothes yourselves with Christ.” -Galatians 3:26-27 TNIV
Cindy, Clarksville,TN My sons (daughters:)) do not make light of the Lord’s discipline, and do not lose heart when he rebukes you, because the Lord disciplines those he loves, and he punishes everyone he accepts as sons (daughters).
Hebrews 12:5,6 NIV
Tammy, Lawrenceville, GA: “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine according to his power that is at work within us.” Ephesians 3:20 (NIV)
Lichelle, Austin
The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.
Ex 14:14 NIV
Lee, Lexington,KY
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your reqests to God.
Philippians 4:6
Jamie: Raytown, Mo
Jeremiah 17:9 (English Standard Version)
The heart is deceitful above all things,
and desperately sick;
who can understand it?
Psalm 73:25-26
Whom have I in heaven but you?
And earth has nothing I desire besides you.
My flesh and my heart may fail,
but God is the strength of my heart
and my portion forever. NIV
Sharon J. Modesto, CA.
O LORD, our lord how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory above the heavens. Ps 8:1
Psalms 50:10 NIV
10 for every animal of the forest is mine,
and the cattle on a thousand hills.
Gloria, Aiken SC
I Thessalonians 5:16 (NIV)
“Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
Hab 3:19- The Lord God is my Strength, my personal bravery, and my invincible army; He makes my feet like hinds’ feet and will make me to walk [not to stand still in terror, but to walk] and make [spiritual] progress upon my high places [of trouble, suffering, or responsibility]! (AMP)
Karla
Nashville, TN
Liz, Logansport
2 Corinthians 9:8 (NIV) “And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.”
Shiffra, Vicksburg MI, “The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.” Exodus 14:14 (NIV)