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!
Becca, Milwaukee WI
“Declaring the end from the beginning and from ancient times things not yet done, saying, āMy purpose shall stand,
and I will fulfil my intentionā”
Isaiah 46.10
Sarah, St. Paul MN
” When He has brought out all his own, he goes on ahead of them, and his sheep follow him because they know his voice” John 10:4 NIV
Shanda Warren: Tyler, TX
The spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to preach the good news to the poor.
He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to release the oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.
Julie, Cincinnati
Romans 12:14 (New Living Translation)
14 Bless those who persecute you. Donāt curse them; pray that God will bless them.
Jeanette, Indian Trail, NC. “But be sure to fear the Lord and faithfully serve him. Think of all the wonderful things he has done for you.” 1 Samuel 12:24 (NLT)
Be still and know that I AM GOD. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth. Psalm 46:10 ESV
Suzann Benson, Kingwood, WV
Lisha; Visalia, CA – I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving-kindness. Jeremiah 1:30 (NIV)
Give thanks to the Lord Almighty, for the Lord is good; his love endures forever. Jeremiah 33:11 (NIV)
Georganne, Piedmont Oklahoma.
Zephaniah 3:17, NIV
The LORD your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you,he will quiet you with his love, he will rejoice over you with singing.
“Fear thou not for I am with thee, be not dismayed, for I am thy God; I will strengthen thee, yea I will help thee, yea I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteouness”. Is. 41:10 KJV
Into your hands I commit my spirit,redeem me, Lord, my faithful God. Psalm 31:5 TNIV
I’m going with that Hebrews passage:
Becky
Owasso, OK
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
Lindsey, Philadelphia, MS
But this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: 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: 21-23.
Sarah, NC
“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
Kathie. Satsuma, Alabama. Lamentations 3:57 & 58 NIV 2011
You came near when I called You,
and You said:”Do not fear.”
You, LORD, took up my case;
You redeemed my life.
Martha, Pine Bluff
Colossians 4:3 Pray diligently. Stay alert, with your eyes wide open in gratitude. The Message
Toni, Morgans Point, TX: If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14
Sylvia Georgetown TX
Ps 18:30-33 NIV
As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is flawless. He is a shield for all who take refuge in him. For who is God besides the Lord? And who is the Rock except our God? It is God who arms me with strength and makes my way perfect. He makes my feet like the feet of a deer; he enables me to stand on the heights.
Erin, Grayson: For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the LORD that hath mercy on thee. Isaiah 54:10 KJV
Bonnie, Selah
Speak and act as those who are going to be judged by the law that gives freedom, because judgement without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgement. James 2 12-13 (NIV)
“They will still bear fruit in old age,
They will stay fresh and green.” Ps. 92:14 (NIV)
Mindy, New Providence, Pa
1 Corinthians 15:58 NIV
Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.
“As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is flawless. He is a shield for all who take refuge in Him. For who is God besides the Lord? And who is the Rock except our God?” 2 Samuel 22:31-32 NIV
Knoxville, TN
Gail, Phoenix
And now, little children, abide in Him, that when He appears, we may have confidence and not be ashamed before Him at His coming. 1 John 2:28 NKJV
Amy Kernersville NC
Psalm 33:18 “But the eyes of the LORD are on those who fear him, on those whose hope is in His unfailing love.”
Kim, Nashville, TN
Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him, rooted and built up in Him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.
Colossians 2:6-7 (ESV)
Pamela, Lexington, S C
Deuteronomy 31: 8 NLT
“Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord will personally go ahead of you. He will be with you; He will neither fail you nor abandon you.”
2Tim 3:16-17
All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. NIV
Norman, OK
Romans 8:6-8 NIV
The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the spirit is life and peace.
Wanda, Eureka, MO: I have set you as an example that you should do as I have done for you. John 13:15 NIV
Georgia, Morristown, Tn
You will be secure, because there is hope; you will look about you and take your rest in safety.
Job 11:18, NIV
Alexis, Houston.”Therefore, strengthen your feeble arms and weak knees. Make level paths for your feet so that the lame may not be disabled, but rather healed.” Hebrews 12:12-13
1 Peter 2:12 “Live such good lives among the pagans that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day He visits us.” (NIV)
Shelli, Richmond
“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” Revelation 21:4, NIV
Beth, Mullica Hill, NJ
Psalm 143:8
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.
Carrie, Lee’s Summit, Missouri,
Search me, God, and know my heart;
test me and know my anxious thoughts.
See if there is any offensive way in me,
and lead me in the way everlasting.
Psalm 139:23-24 NIV
Rebekah from Marion, IN. “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.” – Ephesians 1:17 NIV
Misty, Marco island; ” whether you are home or away, make it your aim(goal) to please Him”.
2 cor. 5:9 ESV
MiChal, College Station, TX
“In peace I will lie down and sleep,
for you alone, O LORD will keep me safe.”
Psalm 4:8 (NLT)
This is for you, Holli!
For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. Romans 8:18 NIV
Several months ago,God allowed me to experience His glory….and there is NOTHING that happens to us here that can ever compare to what he allowed me to feel. His glory erases everything else.
Cheryl Alder-Alta Loma, Ca
Philippians 4:4-5 “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.” NIV
Hickory, NC
āFear thou not for I am with thee, be not dismayed, for I am thy God; I will strengthen thee, yea I will help thee, yea I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteounessā. Is. 41:10 KJV
Lynn, Bossier City. “My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken.”
Psalm 62 NIV
Peggy, Indianapolis Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.
Sherry Luoma, Powder Springs, GA
As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him.
Col. 2:6 NASB
Denise – Key Largo
2 Corinthians 3:18
All of us, then reflect the glory of the Lord with uncovered faces; and that same glory coming from the Lord, who is the Spirit, transforms, us into his likeness in an ever greater degree of glory.
Good News Version
Kristie
Sandia, Tx
My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken. Psalm 62:1-2 (NIV)
Sheri – New Lebanon
James 1:5 (New Living Translation)
5 If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking.
Holly, Philadelphia: “The Lord is not slow about His promise, as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing for any to perish but for all to come to repentance.” – 2 Peter 3:9 NASB
Karen, Wildwood, MO.
“Surely this is our God; we trusted in him, and he saved us. This is the Lord, we trusted in him; let us rejoice and be glad in his salvation.”
Isaiah 25:9 NIV
“Let the words of Christ in all their richness, live in your heart and make you wise. Use His words to teach and counsel each other. Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.” Colossians 3:16 NLT