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 Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the One and only Son, who came from the Father~full of grace & truth.”
John 1:14 NIV
“It is impossible to pleas God apart from faith. And why? Because anyone who wants to approach God must believe both that he exists and that he cares enough to respond to those who seek him.” Hebrews 11:6, The Message
Sarah, Chocowinity, NC, I Corinthians 15:58 NIV
“Therefore, my dear brothers, 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.”
Phil. 4:6
Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.
NRS
However, as it is written..
No eye has seen,
No ear has heard,
No mind has conceived
what God has prepared for those who love Him.
1 Corinthians 2:9 NIV
Nell, College Station, TX
“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. Then you will call upon me, and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you” Jeremiah 29:11-12
Proverbs 30:8 Give me neither poverty nor riches, but give me only my DAILY bread. NIV My word from the Bible this year is DAILY. Our walk with God has to be on a DAILY basis or we can soon lose touch with our heavenly father and Jesus our brother and the Holy Spirit!
Caryn, Fort Worth, TX
“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 (NIV)
“But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.”
2 Corinthians 12:9 NIV
Brandi, Lynchburg, VA,
Hebrews 10:36 (English Standard Version)
For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised.
Nancy, Sanger, TX
“How lovely is your dwelling place O Lord Almighty! My sould yearns, even faints for the courts of the Lord, my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God.
Psalm 84:1,2 (NIV)
Defend the cause of the weak and fatherless; maintain the rights of the poor and oppressed. Rescue the weak and needy; deliver them out of the hand of the wicked.
Psalm 83:3-4 NIV
Sherri, Ayden,NC. Let no one say when he is tempted, I am being tempted by God, for God cannot be tempted with evil, and he himself tempts no one. James 1:13 ESV
Nancy from Roswell, GA
Romans 8:38-39 NIV
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 separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Vanessa, Bozeman, Montana
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers and sisters, 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 4:6-8 NIV
Ephesians, 4:25 – “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.” NIV
Colima, Klamath Falls, OR
Stacey, Monument
“Then I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you will be clean; I will cleanse you from all filthiness and from all your idols. Moreover, I will give you a new heart, and put a new spirit within you; and I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. And I will put My Spirit in within you and cause you to walk in My statutes, and you will be careful to observe My ordinances.” ~Ekekiel 36:25-27 (NASB)
Lisa, Fredericktown “He is the Rock, His works are perfect, and all His ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and just is He.” Deuteronomy 32:4, NIV
Be still in the presence of the Lord and wait patiently for Him to act. Psalm 37:7a, NIV
Iris, Sherwood, AR: And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. Colossians 3:14 NIV
Judy, Oswego, NY
Ephesians 4:39 (ESV)
‘Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.’
Stay warm everyone!
Tammy, Kenosha, WI
An intelligent heart acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
Proverbs 18:15 ESV
Kara, Lafayette, IN
The LORD has told you, human, what is good; he has told you what he wants from you: to do what is right to other people, love being kind to others, and live humbly, obeying your God. Micah 6:8, New Century Version
Shelly, Pittsburgh, PA “Remember the former things, those of long ago; I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like me.”
Isaisah 46:9 NIV
Judy Nabors, Indiana
Debbie
Millen, GA
For God who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made His light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ. But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. 2Corinthians 4:6-7NIV
Jennifer – Indianapolis, IN
“For if you live according to the sinful nature, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the misdeeds of the body, you will live.” Romans 8!3(NIV)
Sara from Pierre, SD “I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strenghten you with power through his Spirit in your inner being,” Ephesians 3:16 NIV.
Lara Harris Spring Hill, TN
Deut. 31.8 NIV
The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid, do not be discouraged.
Let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit out of reverence for God.
2 Corithians 7:1
Cincinnati,Ohio
Annmarie, Livermore. “Wives, understand and support your husbands in ways that show your support for Christ.” Ephesians 5:22 The Message
Ann, Carrollton,Tx
Proverbs 24:26 NIV; “An honest answer is like a kiss on the lips.”
Nicole Bloomington, IL
“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified becausee of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” Deuternomy 31:6 NIV
Rhonda, Ridgeland, MS
“With it we bless our Lord and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in the likeness of God; from the same mouth come both blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not to be this way.
James 3:9-10 (NASB)
Dwynne, Chapman KS
Psalms 37:3-4 (NIV)
Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.
Connie, Tyler
Isaiah 61:4
They will rebuild the ancient ruins and restore the places long devastated; they will renew the ruined cities that have been devastated for generations.
Rejoice with those who rejoice, mourn with those who mourn. Romans 12:15 RSV
Mollie, Tokyo, Feb 1, 2011 AMP
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]!
She is like the merchants’ ships; she bringeth food from afar. She riseth also while it is yet night, giveth meat to her household, and a portion to her maidens.
~Proverbs 31:15-15 Lincoln, RI
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 I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14, NIV Study Bible
Amy
Snellville, GA
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.
Gal. 5:22-23 (NASB)
Emily, Houston
“The LORD said to him, “Who gave human beings their mouths? Who makes them deaf or mute? Who gives them sight or makes them blind? Is it not I, the LORD? Now go; I will help you speak and will teach you what to say.” Exodus 4:11, 12 NIV (2010)
Jodie, Minneapolis: “Look to the Lord and His strength; seek His face always.” Psalm 105:4 NIV
Kari- St. Louis MO
Psalm 19:14
May the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer
Jeanette, Tualatin, OR John 14:1 NIV
Let not your hearts be troubled.
Sabrina, Bowling Green KY:
“Whom have I in heaven but you? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” Psalm 73:25-26 (ESV)
Kelly Wilmington, NC
Psalms 23:2-3 NIV
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul.
He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven. -Matthew 5:16 NIV
Tanya; Lakeville, Ohio
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” Romans 12:12 NIV
Amy
Houston Tx
For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea
Habakkuk 2:14 ESV