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!
Michelle, New Richmond
“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.” Ps. 143:8
Lorraine, Tyler, TX
“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.”
Zephaniah 3:17
Romans 12:2a (NIV)
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.
Lorraine, I’m memorizing this verse too! Isn’t it a beautiful promise! 🙂 Blessings siesta!
Answer me when I call to you, my righteous God. Give me relief from my distress; have mercy on me and hear my prayer. Psalm 4:1 (NIV)
Jen, Alabama~
I know what I’m doing. I have it all planned out-plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for.
Jeremiah 29:11 (Message)
Thank you Beth for posting Hebrews 2:14. I have struggled through the years being afraid of death too but knowing that I will be with Jesus. Then struggling with why am I afraid of death knowing that heaven is my home. I appreciate knowing I am not the only person who loves God and more importantly He loves me who the enemy wants to bring the fear of death to.
Sue, Oxford, NC
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)
Hannah, Perry, MI
Trust God from the bottom of your heart; don’t try to figure out everything on your own. Listen for God’s voice in everything you do, everywhere you go; he’s the one who will keep you on track. (Proverbs 3:5-6, The Message)
Stacey from Mississippi
“Honor God with everything you own; give Him the first and the best;”
Proverbs 3:9 The Message
May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. Psalm 19:14 (NIV)
“But now thus says the LORD, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through the fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. For I am the LORD you God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior. I give Egypt as your ransom, Cush and Seba in exchange for you.” Isaiah 43: 1-3 (ESV)
Psalm 91:2 (KJV)
I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” NIV
Kathy, Wilmington NC
Psalm 19:14 KJV
“Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my Strength and my Redeemer.”
Forget about what’s happened! Don’t keep going over old history. Be alert! Be present! I’m about to do something brand new. It’s bursting out. Don’t you see it? There it is! I’m making a roadway through the desert and rivers in the badlands. Isaiah 43:18-19[TMT] Twyla mcAmis, Cleveland, Tennessee
Joyce,OKC, “The church, you see, is not peripheral to the world; the world is peripheral to the church. The church is Christ’s body, in which he speaks and acts, by which he fills everything with his presence.” Eph 1:23 The Message
Debra from El Dorado, AR 71730 NIV
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.
Psalms 62: 1-2 NIV
Anna – Maumelle, AR: Rejoice 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
Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.
Proverbs 31:30
Plano, TX
Rhonda, Trenton, TX
I took you from the ends of the earth, from it’s farthest corners I called you. I said “You are my servant; I have chosen you and have not rejected you.”. Isaiah 41:9 NIV
Jenny – Cedar Rapids – “And He has said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for power is perfected in weakness.” Most gladly, therefore, I will rather boast about my weaknesses, that the power of Christ may dwell in me.” 2Cor 12:9
I sought the Lord and he answered me. He delievered me from all my fears. Those who look to Him are radiant. Their faces are never covered in shame. Psalm 34:4-5
Erin, Tyler-Texas
Jennifer, Cleveland “Patient endurance is what you need now, so you will continue to do God’s will. Then you will receive all that he has promised.” Hebrews 10:36 (NLT)
Land O’Lakes, FL
Create in me a pure heart, O Lord, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.
Ps. 51:10 NIV
JennLee, Perfect Austin, TX: 1 Peter 3:8-11, The Message
Summing up: Be agreeable, be sympathetic, be loving, be compassionate, be humble. That goes for all of you, no exceptions. No retaliation. No sharp-tongued sarcasm. Instead, bless—that’s your job, to bless. You’ll be a blessing and also get a blessing.
Whoever wants to embrace life
and see the day fill up with good,
Here’s what you do:
Say nothing evil or hurtful;
Snub evil and cultivate good;
run after peace for all you’re worth.
Kim, North Branch, MN Ephesians 6:12 NIV For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.
Kelly from Birmingham, AL:
“The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives.”
Psalm 37:23
Kiri Smith, Doncaster, England
For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers , neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation will be able to seperate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus. Romans 8:38-39 NIV
“When I am afraid, I will trust in you.” Psalm 56:3 NIV
Phala, Thomasville, AL
We continually remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. 1Thessalonians 1:3 NIV
Niv
Jer17:14Heal me, lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise.;
C.J., Liberty, MO
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
Jennifer, Huntsville: “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” -Ephesians 4:32, NIV
“Serve wholeheartedly , as if you were serving the Lord, not men.” Ephesians 6:7 NIV
Stephanie: Rome, GA
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
Sue, Carmel, James 4:10
Humlbe yourselves before the Lord and He will lift you up.
Norma, Apex, NC: “Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” Romans 12:2 NLT
Kathy, Mansfield, TX
So you also must consider yourselves dead to sin and alive to God in Christ Jesus. Romans 6:11 ESV
Shirley Barry
Mooresville, NC
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
Diane, Rockford MI, James 1:5 NIV
If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
Tiffany, Anaheim CA
“You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You.” Isaiah 26:3 ESV
Psalm 40:3 (ESV) “He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many will see, and fear, and put their trust in the Lord.”
Ashley, Shreveport. “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
Mary K., Fort Myers, FL
“I am the Vine, you are the branches; he who abides in Me, and I in him, he bears much fruit; for apart from Me you can do nothing.” John 15:5 (NASV)
Shelly
Amarillo, TX
Ephesians 4:22-24 NIV
You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your 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.
Christina, Leander TX
“Lord, I wait for You; You will answer, Lord my God.” Psalm 38:15 NIV
Elizabeth, Lewisville, TX
My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires. James 1:19-20 NIV
Harriett St.Albert Alberta Romans 15:3 NIV
May the God of Hope
fill you with all Joy and Peace.
Renee, Cypress, TX
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. Psalm 25:4-5 NIV
Philippians 2:3 NIV Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves
Feb 1st scripture:
Isaiah 12:2 Surely God is my salvation: I will trust and not be afraid’
The Lord, the Lord is my strength and my song,He has become my salvation.