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?? We’re at least two Scriptures the richer for it, though. I’ve been using my time on my exercise bike in the mornings to practice my memory verses so I’ve mostly only heard myself repeat them gasping for breath. (If you like picturing things, it’s in my garage sandwiched between boxes and stacks of 26 years of Moore paraphernalia and everything else besides an actual car…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 I’ve 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, I’ll 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, they’re 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 don’t get to talk long on here today. So, let’s get to it! It’s already time for Verse 3!
As I told you two weeks ago, I’ll primarily be working through verses out of the Book of James for much of this year. I’ll give you mine each time but I’ll also give you an alternative that I really love outside of James in case you need some ideas. Here’s the portion I’m memorizing this time around with my information:
Beth, Houston. “Speak 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.” James 2:12-13 The NET Bible
I love that last statement. Mercy triumphs over judgment. Aren’t you thankful we have a Savior that feels that way?
The alternative I’ll suggest to you today is on my mind because someone I care deeply about struggles terribly with fear of death. This person isn’t 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, it’s 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 Devil’s hold on death and freed all who cower through life, scared to death of death. (Hebrews 2:14-15 The Message)
Anybody “scared to death of death”? 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 death—that is, the devil— and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. (Hebrews 2:14-15 NIV)
Oh, there’s nothing like the power of God’s Word. And that’s because there’s nothing like the power of God.
You sure are loved around here. OK, let’s have it, 2011 SSMT! Verse 3! (Your first name, city, reference and translation please.)
I’ll talk to you soon!
The Lord’s lovingkindnesses indeed never cease, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; Great is Your faithfulness. “The Lord is my portion,” says my soul, “Therefore, I have hope in Him.” Lam 3:22-24 NAS
Jane, Lexington, NC
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)
Proverbs 16:24
” Pleasant words are as an honeycomb,
sweet to the soul, and health to the bones.”
KJV
For I have learned in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. Philippians 4:11 jyothi from new York
Laika, Atlanta, GA
“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable–if anything is excellent or praiseworthy–think about such things.”
Philippians 4:8 NIV
Prov. 1: 7 “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge. But fools despise wisdom and discipline.” KJV
Bonnie,Center Line,MI But godliness with contentment is great gain. 1Tim.6:6 NIV
Roxanne, Kentucky
“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)
Jill, Stanford, KY:
Your eyes saw me when I was inside the womb. All days ordained for me were recorded in a scroll before one of them came into existence. Psalm 139:16, NET Bible
Allison, Columbia, SC Psalm 23
The LORD Is My Shepherd
A Psalm of David.
“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures.
He leads me beside still waters.
He restores my soul.
He leads me in paths of righteousness
for his name’s sake.
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies;
you anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
all the days of my life,
and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD
forever.”
Wichita Falls
Madison (Daughter)
I will meditate on all your works and consider all your mighty deeds. Your ways, O God, are holy. What god is so great as our God? You are the God who performs miracles; you display your power among the peoples.
Psalm 77:12-14 NIV
Shannon (Daughter)
He who pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperiety and honor.
Proverbs 21:21 NIV
Mary Ann (Mom)
Yes, Lord, walking in the way of your laws, we wait for you; your name and renown are the desire of our hearts.
Psalm 26:8 NIV
Psalms 43:5 NIV Why are you downcast, O my soul?
Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my God.
Denise Ferrell, Stillwater, OK
Kristina, Huntsville, AL
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6, NIV
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. I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints,
Ephesians 1:17-18 (NIV)
Sarah =)
Waxahachie, TX
Lord, You have assigned me my portion and my cup, you have made my lot secure. The boundary lines have been fallen for me in pleasant places; surely I have a delightful inheritance. Psalm 16:5,6 NIV
Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed.
1 Peter 1:13 NIV
Angela
Knoxville, TN
Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:6-7
The Lord is my sheperd, I shall not be in want. Psalm 23:1 NIV
Joy, Durham, NY:
I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. Phil. 4:11-12
Mindy, Van, TX:
“Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father. But even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.” Matthew 10:29-31 ESV
Nicole, Knoxville TN, Psalm 68:5-6 A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. God sets the lonely in families, he leads out the prisoners with singing; but the rebellious live in a sun-scorched land. (NIV)
Michelle, OKC
Philippians 1:6
Being confident of this: that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. NIV
Christy Crosby, Clarksville TN:
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.”
Philippians 2:3 NIV
McKenna, Henrietta, TX
Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children.
Ephesians 5:1 NIV
Cindy, Henrietta, TX
He is dressed in a robe dipped in blood, and his name is the Word of God. The armies of heaven were following him, riding on white horses and dressed in fine linen, white and clean. Revelation 19: 13-14
Rebecca, Greenville, SC
Psalm 91:14
“Because he loves me,” says the Lord, “I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name.
Jaci- Cape Coral, Florida
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 (NIV)
Lynette – Quincy Illinois – NIV
“The Lord keeps my lamp burning, my God turns darkness into light.”
Exodus 14:14
“The Lord will fight for you; you need only be still.”
Rachel, Asheville: “For You do not desire sacrifice, or else I would give it; You do not delight in burnt offering. The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit, A broken and contrite heart – these, O God, You will not despise.” – Psalm 51:16-17 (NKJV)
Rachel, Ontario, Canada
When doubts filled my mind, Your comfort gave me renewed hope and cheer.
Psalm 94:19 (NLT)
Penny, Waxahachie
Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be shaken but endures forever.
Psalm 125:1
NIV
Becky, Springfield-late! so sorry!
Assuredly I say to you, unless you are converted and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 18:3, New King James Version
Sarah, Trout Creek, MT
A fool shows [h]er annoyance at once, but a prudent [wo]man overlooks an insult. Proverbs 13:16 NIV
Lisa D., Alpharetta, GA
“Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.”
Ephesians 6:11 (NIV)
Jerrianne
Gastonia, NC
NIV
Luke 12:48 From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked.
Sandy R., Eatonton, GA
“Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.”
Ephesians 6:11 (NIV)
Sharee from Sugar Land, TX
Psalm 65:11
“You crown the year with your bounty, and your carts overflow with abundance.”
Denise in Deming,N.M.
Psalm 27:1 NKJV
“The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”
Carmen, Greensboro, NC
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.
Hebrews 12:1 NIV
McKinney, Tx
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” Romans 12:12 NIV
Kim, San Juan Capistrano, CA: Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.
1 Peter 4:10 (NIV)
Carolyn, Kennesaw,GA But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you and pray for those who despitefully use you and persecute you, that you may be sons of your Father in heaven; for He makes His sun to rise on the evil and good, and sends rain on the just and the unjust. Matthew 5:44-45 (NKJV)
Kim, Lititz, PA:
“Rejoice 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
Sherri, Frisco, Texas – “Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” Psalm 37:4 NIV
Elkins, AR
They will wage war against the Lamb, but the Lamb will triumph over them because He is Lord of lords and King of kings–and with Him will be His called, chosen and faithful followers. Revelation 17:14 NIV
Stop trusting in man, who has but a breath in his nostrils, of what account is he? Isaiah 2:22, NIV
Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand it’s own way. It is not irritable and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful and endures through every circumstance.
1 Cor. 13:4-7 NLT
Tracy ~ Mechanicsville, VA
And He has put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many shall fear and put their trust and confident reliance in the Lord.
Psalm 40:3 (Amplified Bible)
“Lord, You have been our dwelling place in all generations. Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever You formed the earth and the world, even from everlasting to everlasting, You are God!” Psalm 90: 1-2 KJV
Carol
Tacoma, Washington
Ephesians 1:18-19 NIV
“I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people,and his incomparably great power for us who believe.”