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!
Kristina, MN
“And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.”
~Hebrews 11:6 (NIV)
Megan, Covington WA
” The eyes of the LORD range throughout the earth
to strengthen those whose hearts are fully
committed to him” 2 Chronicles 16:9
Hey-I’m right next door in Maple Valley, WA!
Kjersten, Gig Harbor
“The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me, Because the LORD has anointed me To bring good news to the afflicted; He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, To proclaim liberty to captives And freedom to prisoners;” Isaiah 61:1 (NASB)
Shelly Bliss,San Dimas: “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 a hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 NIV
Feb. 1, 2011
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”
Colossians 3:12 NIV Study bible
Cessie, Bakersfield, CA
“I guide you in the way of wisdom and lead you along straight paths. When you walk, your steps will not be hampered; when you run, you will not stumble.”
Proverbs 4:11-12
Kokomo, IN
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
1 Peter 5:7 NIV
I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth. 3 John 1:4 NIV
Lauren Morton, Stephenville, TX
“For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.”
Luke 14:11 ESV
Lori
Roseville, Ohio
II Corinthians 3:17 NIV Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.
Oshkosh WI
My soul waits in silence for God only; from Him is my salvation. He only is my rock and my salvation, my stronghold; I shall not be greatly shaken.
Psalm 62:1-2 NASB
Linda, Madison, MS
Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners-of whom I am the worst. But for that very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his unlimited patience as a example for those who would believe on him and receive eternal life.
1 Timothy 1:15,16
Isa, East Lansing, MI
“So I say, live by the spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature.” Galatians 5:16 NIV
“Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body.”
I Corinthians 6:19-20 (NIV)
Chelsea, Mobile AL
Be still and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10 NLT
Jan, Loveland
Now when a man works, his wages are not credited to him as a gift, but as an obligation. However,to the man who does not work but trusts God who justifies the wicked, his faith is credited as righteousness. Romans 4:4-5 NIV
Liz, Edmond, OK; And you saw how the Lord your God cared for you again and again here in the wilderness, just as a father cares for his child. Now He has brought you to this place. Deuteronomy 1:31; NLT
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. -NIV
Jennifer, Knoxville, TN: For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. 2 Corinthians 5:6 NIV
oops…2 Corinthians 4:17 NIV
The Lord is my strength and my shield; My heart trusts in Him and I am helped; Therefore my heart exults, and with my song I shall thank Him.
Psalm 28:7 NASB
Lyndsey, LA, Psalm 119:165 NIV
Jan, Littleton, CO,
“The LORD will guide you always; he will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail.”
– Isaiah 58:11 (NIV)
Laura, San Antonio
Ah, Sovereign Lord, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and out-stretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you!
Jeremiah 32:17 NIV
Katie
Duluth MN
This I declare of the Lord He alone is my refuge, my place of saftey he is my God and I am trusting in him Psalm 91:2 NLT
Brittney, Olympia:
“But those who trust in the LORD will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run & not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40:31 (NLT)
Alexander City, AL
But those who hope (and I like the KJV here…’wait upon’) will l renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.
Isa. 40:31 NIV
Jenny, Pingree Grove, IL (snowmageddon!)
Luke 6:37
Do not be judge and you will not be judged. Do not condemn and you will not be condemned. Forgive and you will be forgiven.
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. Eph 4:29 NIV
Indianapolis
John 4:14
“but whoever drinks the water I give him will never thirst. Indeed the water I give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life.”
Becky Grove City Oh NIV
Colossians 3:3 For you died and your life is now hidden with Christ in God.
Working through the whole chapter Cols 3!
Ginger, Humboldt, Iowa. “His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him who called us to His own glory and excellence.” ESV
Teresa from Mississippi
Isaian 46:3a-4 niv
“You whom I have upheld since your birth,
and have carried since you were born.
Even to your old age and gray hairs
I am he, I am he who will sustain you.
I have made you and I will carry you;
I will sustain you and I will rescue you.”
Amanda, Mountain View
Psalm 62:7-8 NLT
My victory and honor come from God alone. He is my refuge, a rock where no enemy can reach me. O my people, trust in Him at all times. Pour out your heart to Him, for God is our refuge.
Brooke, from Atlanta
Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
Hebrews 12:1-2, NASB
Valerie, Queen Creek, “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
“He has told you, O man, what is good;
and what does the LORD require of you
but to do justice, and to love kindness,
and to walk humbly with your God?
Micah 6:8 (ESV)
Shannon-Katy, Texas
Elizabeth, Rocky Mount, NC:
Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV):
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, 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.
Sherri, Mechanicsville
to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn. Isaiah 61:2NIV
Kelly, Eupora, MS
“Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “This is the way, walk in it.” Isaiah 30:21 NIV
And whatever things you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive. Matthew 21:22
Stephanie, Maine
So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus.
Romans 8:1 NLT
Jennifer, Flowood – “To sum up, let all be harmonious, sympathetic, brotherly, kind hearted, and humble in spirit; not returning evil for evil, or insult for insult, but giving a blessing instead; for you were called for the very purpose that your might inherrit a blessing. ” 1Peter 3:8,9 NASB
Kristen, Johns Creek, GA: “For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Ephesians 2:10 NIV
Sharie, Chillicothe “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
Melissa, Benton, Arkansas
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned. The flames will not set you ablaze.” Isaiah 43:2 NIV
Tricia Wendell, NC
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to the family of believers’. Galatians 6: 9-10 NIV
Roxanne, Spring, TX
Matthew 11:28-30 (NIV)
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
Jessica, Ellis: Search me, O god, and know my heart: Try me, and know my thoughts: And see if there be any wicked way in me, And lead me in the way everlasting. Psalm 139:23-24 KJV
Bev
Mpls, MN
Psalm 66:1 Shout joyfully to God, all the earth.
(HCSB)
Stephanie, Oscar, LA
“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)