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!
Lori, Norwood, MA. “But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers who sow in peace raise a harvest of righteousness.” James 3:16-17 NIV
Nan, Coppell, TX
Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men since you know you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.
Colossians 3:23-24, NIV
Kristi Knoxville, TN
Psalm 33:20-22
Our soul waits for the Lord; he is our help and our shield. For our heart is glad in him, because we trust in his holy name. Let your steadfast love, O Lord, be upon us, even as we hope in you.
Penny from Knoxville, TN
Satisfy us in the morning with your unfailing love, that we may sing for joy and be glad all our days. Psalm 90:14 NIV
Rachel, Evansville, IN
For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified.
1 Corinthians 2:2 NIV
Holly
North Carolina
Proverbs 31:25 (NIV)
She is clothed with strength and dignity, she can laugh at the days to come.
Dawn from Lafayette, LA
And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and the he rewards those who earnestly seek him.
Hebrews 11:6 NIV
The KJV uses the word diligently instead of earnestly. I love both words!
Phillipians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ who give me strength.” (NIV) – Wendy Greiner Mankato, MN – even when those things are a list a mile long!
But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake of Christ. Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord.
Philippians 3:7-8a | ESV
Hollie – Burns, TN
Proverbs 16:24
” Pleasant words are a honeycomb,
sweet to the soul, and healing to the bones.”
NASB
And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful. Colossians 3:15 ESV
Rhonda, Anderson Psalm 40:11 NIV
Do not withhold your mercy from me. O Lord, may your love and your truth always protect me.
Naperville, IL
“For if you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.” Matthew 6:14 NIV
Karla, Waco, TX
Those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Isaiah 40:31
NIV
Leslie, Princeton, NJ
“Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God’s wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down.” -Philippians 4:6, The Message
There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. 1 John 4:18
But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. 2 Cor. 4:7 (NIV)
Missy Brown, Ocala, FL – Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28 NIV
“His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and godliness.”
2 Peter 1:3 NIV
Dawn
Knoxville, TN
“For God causes all things to work together for good, to those who love Him and are called, according to His purpose” Romans 8:28
Luke 10:27 He answered:”‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’;and, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.'” (NIV)
Katie C, Texas City, TX: “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’ Matthew 25:40, NIV
I will stand on my guard post and station myself on the rampart; And I will keep watch to see what He will speak to me, and how I may reply whan I am reproved.
Habakkuk 2:1 (NAS)
Erika, Chester VA
How can a young woman keep her way pure? By living according to your word. Psalm 119:9 NIV
Paulette
Nogalus Prairie
“Better is one day in your courts than a thousand elsewhere; I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God than dwell in the tents of the wicked.”
Psalm 84:10
NIV
Susan, Nashville, IN
“For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.”
Ephesians 2:10 (NLT)
Dyersburg, TN
This is how we know that we belong to the truth and how we set our hearts at rest in His presence. If our hearts condemn us, we know that God is greater than our hearts, and He knows everything.
I John 3:19-20
Christy Cowpens, SC: Love from the center of who you are; don’t fake it. Run for dear life from evil; hold on for dear life to good.Be good friends who love deeply; practice playing second fiddle.Don’t burn out; keep yourselves fueled and aflame. Be alert servants of the Master,cheerfully expectant. Don’t quit in hard times; pray all the harder.Help needy Christians; be inventive in hospitality. Romans 12:9-13 Message
Karen, Martinsville, NJ
“It is for freedome that Christ has set you fee. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.”
~Galatians 5:1 (NIV)
Don’t worry about anything, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all he has done. Philippians 4:6 NIV
Finally brothers (and siestas), 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. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me – put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
– Philippians 4:8-9
Jeanette, Mundelein, IL
Dana, Zachary I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 NKJ
Roxanne, Glendora: “Men of Israel, listen to this: Jesus of Nazareth was a man accredited by God to you by miracles, wonders and signs, which God did among you through him, as you yourselves know.” Acts 2:22
Heather, Fredericksburg, VA, A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man keeps himself under control. Proverbs 29:11 NIV
2 Timothy 4:18 (NIV)
The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me safely to his heavenly kingdom. To him be the glory for ever and ever. Amen
Erin, Grand Rapids, MI
“He will cover you with his feathers,
and under his wings you will find refuge;
his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.” NIV Psalm 91:4
Susie S., Brea, CA
Philippians 4:8 NAS
Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, dwell on these things.
Wendy, Rock Island, IL
Keep and guard your heart with all vigilance and above all that you guard, for out of it flow the springs of life. Provers 4:23 (Amplified)
Jacki, Bettendorf, IA ~ “Oh, what a wonderful God we have! How great are his riches and wisdom and knowledge! How impossible it is for us to understand his decisions and his methods!” Romans 11:33, NLT
Sara Springfeild Mo
For he that will love life and see good days, let him refrain his tounge from evil and his lips that they speak no guile. 1 Peter 3:10 KJV
Sorry I am late I was snowed in with no internet:)
Angela H-Wisconsin:
I sought the LORD, and he delivered me from all my fears. Those who look on him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame…Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the man who takes refuge in him…Fear the LORD, you his saints, for those who fear him lack nothing.(Psalm 34:4-5,8-9NIV)
Jocelyn, Huntsville, AL:
“And as for me, this is my covenant with them,” says the LORD: “My Spirit that is upon you, and my words that I have put in your mouth, shall not depart out of your mouth, or out of the mouth of your offspring, or out of the mouth of your children’s offspring,” says the LORD, “from this time forth and forevermore.” Isaish 59:21, ESV
Nicole, Easley,SC
JOSHUA 24:15
“Choose you this day whom ye will serve; but as for me and
my house, we will serve the Lord.”
Paige, Atlanta, Ga NASB
Eph. 3:19 and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled up to all the fullness of God!
Kathy
Fort Worth
Lift your eyes and look to the heavens: who created all these? He who brings out the starry host one by one, and calls them each by name. Because of his great power and mighty strength, not one of them is missing. Isaiah 40:26
Lori Presque Isle, Maine
Jeremiah 29:11 NIV
“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.”
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)
These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need. So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today. Matthew 6:32-34, NLT
Galatians 6:1-2 ESV “Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.”
The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer. I call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised.
Psalm 18:2,3(ESV)