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!
Alexis R
Atlanta, Ga
Romans 5:1
Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ,
That would be NIV
Mary Beth, St. Louis
Romans 8:38-39 (New International Version)
“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.”
Mary Beth,
This is my grandmother’s life verse. She has quoted it for so many years now, I can’t remember when she didn’t say it us or write it in her cards/letters. She just turned 91 yesterday. We celebrated with 2 sets of 5 generations and our Sunday School Class. She quoted it again for everyone at her party. My daughter made her cake and that Scripture was on the cake! Thanks for sharing these verses!
(Cory in South Asheville, NC)
Samantha
Menomonie, WI.
Philippians 4:7 (NAS)
“…the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension shall guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
(many versions use “understanding” in place of comprehension)
Debbie, Ireland – “My eyes are ever on the Lord, for only He will release my feet from the snare” Psalm 25:15 (NIV)
Leigh, Houston, TX
Psalm 119:37
Can’t decide which translation!
NIV: Turn my eyes away from worthless things; preserve my life according to your word.
The Message:Divert my eyes from toys and trinkets; invigorate me on the pilgrim way.
Living Bible: Turn me away from wanting any other plan than yours. Revive my heart toward you.
I le the Living translation
Love the Living Bible version. They are all good, but that’s the one I like the most:)
Jen, Chicago suburb, IL
By wisdom a house is built,
and through understanding it is established;
through knowledge its rooms are filled
with rare and beautiful treasures.
Proverbs 24:3-4 NIV
Heather, Cypress
“A heart at peace gives life to the body.” Proverbs 14:30
NIV
Katy, Midland, TX
He has shown you, O man, what is good;
and what does the Lord require of you
but to do justly,
to love mercy,
and to walk humbly with your God? Micah 6:8 NKJV
Sandee
El Dorado Hills, CA
Isaiah 40: 31
But those who hope in the Lord {wait upon the Lord-kjv} will renew their strength. They will soar on wings of eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.” (NIV)
…walk and not faint
…and you surely live by this one, Baby girl.
Snap! My MIL LOVES that verse and I have never comitted it to heart, but I too love it! Must try to find that gorgeous song with those words in it! Bless you siesta! x
Star, Spring, Tx.- So the law was put in charge to lead us to Christ that we might be justified by faith. Galatians 3:24 NIV
Angie, Missouri
“All things are lawful for me, but not all things are profitable. All things are lawful for me, but I will not be mastered by anything.” 1 Corinthian 6:12 (NASB)
Connie, Shorewood, IL
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. ” Philippians 4:6-7 NIV
Paula, Earlham, IA
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity,
but of power, love, and self-discipline.” 2 Timothy 1:7
NLT
The Spirit gives life; the flesh counts for nothing. The words I have spoken to you are spirit and they are life.
John 6:63
Heather from Conway: “Each time he said, ‘My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.’ So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.” 2 Corinthians 12:8-9 (NIV)
Oops! That should be the New Living Translation instead of NIV. Sorry!
“And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm, and steadfast.”
–1 Peter 5:10 (NIV)
Amber
Florence, Ky.
Amy, Cleveland – “Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” Romans 12:12, ESV
Thanks, Amy, your verse spoke to me
Amanda
Nashville, TN
He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High Shall abide under the shadow of the ALmighty.
I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress; My God, in Him I will trust
Psalm 91:1-2 NKJV
My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.
Rea, Centennial, CO
I will always show where to go. I’ll give you a full life in the emptiest of places–firm muscles, strong bones. You’ll be like a well-watered garden, a gurgling spring that never runs dry.
Isaiah 58:11
Laura- Denver, NC
When they see among them their children, the work of My hands, they will keep my name holy; they will acknowledge the holiness of the Holy One of Jacob, and will stand in awe of the God of Israel. Those who are wayward in spirit will gain understanding; those who complain will accept instruction. Isaiah 29: 23-24 NIV
Zephaniah 3:17 NIV
17 The LORD your God is with you,
the Mighty Warrior who saves.
He will take great delight in you;
in his love he will no longer rebuke you,
but will rejoice over you with singing.”
Karen, Cookeville, TN. Psalm 34:1 NKJV
I WILL bless the LORD at all times;
His praise shall continually be in my mouth.
Make every effort to live at peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.
Hebrews 12:14
Pat, Olathe, KS, Acts 20:24 (KJV): “But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, that I might finish my course with JOY, and the ministry I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.”
“But God, being rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in our transgressions, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved)” Ephesians 2: 4-5 (NASB)
Susan,
England, U.K.
Jean, Carlisle PA
Romans 9:20-21 (NIV)
But who are you, O man, to talk back to God ? Shall what is formed say to Him who formed it, ‘why did you make me like this?’ Does not the potter have the right to make out of the same lump of clay some pottery for noble purposes and some for common use ?
Erin in Birmingham, AL
“I sought the LORD, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.
Those who look to him are radiant, and their faces shall never be ashamed.
The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear him, and delivers them.”
Psalm 34:4-5, 7 ESV
Terri, Pennsylvania “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13 (NIV, 2011)
Heid – Midland, 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. 12 Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. 13 You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. 14 I will be found by you,” declares the LORD, Jeremiah 29:11-14a
Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path.
Psalm 119:105 NIV
Nitsa, Eugene, OR
“Because You are my help,
I sing in the shadow of Your wings.
My soul clings to You;
Your right hand upholds me.”
Psalm 63:7-8 NIV
But let all those rejoice who put their trust in you. Let them ever shout for joy because you defend them. Let those also who love your name be joyful in You.
Psalm 5:11 NKV
Lindsey; Bowling Green, KY; 1 Timothy 1:15-16; NIV
“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 immense patience as an example for those who would believe in him and receive eternal life.”
Karen-Woodstock Ga.
For everything in the world-the cravings of sinful man, the lust of his eyes, and the boasting of what he has and does-comes not from the Father but from the world.
1 John 2:16
Sabrina, Redding “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” Ephesians 4:32 (NIV)
Melissa, San Anontio- Psalm 40:8 (NLT) I take joy in doing your will, my God,
for your law is written on my heart.
Lynsie Armstrong, Jackson, MS: “He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world.” 1 John 2:2 (NIV)
Johns Creek, GA
“We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.” 2 Corinthians 10:5 NIV
Ariane, Aurora IL
Exodus 14:14
The LORD will fight for you and you have only to be silent. ESV
Angela
Natchitoches, Louisiana
The command we have from Christ is blunt: Loving God includes loving people. You’ve got to do both.
1 John 4:21 (The Message)
Sara from Knoxville, TN
Joshua 1:9
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you where you go. (NIV)
Tracy, St. Louis: 1 John 4:7 “Beloved, let us love one another; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.” New American Standard Bible
Tisha
Pilot Mtn, NC
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Romans 15:13 (NIV)
Jana, San Angelo, TX
The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. 2 Corinthians 10:4 NIV
“For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.” Matthew 12:37, NIV
Kathy
St.Louis, MO
Today I will hear His voice… and harden not my heart. Psalm 95: 7,8
“Let all that I am praise the LORD; may I never forget the good things He does for me. He forgives my sins and heals my diseases. He redeems me from death and crowns me with love and tender mercies. He fills my life with good things. My youth is renewed like the the eagle’s.”
(Psalm 103:2-5 NLT)
Lori, Owasso
Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves.
Phil 2:3 NLT
Matthew 11:28-30
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.
Heather from Pendleton, SC
“Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.”
Ephesians 3:20 (NLT Version)
Amy Ann, Tulsa, OK “Look carefully then how you walk! Live purposefully and worthily and accurately, not as the unwise and witless but as wise (sensible, intelligent people).” – Ephesians 5:15 AMP
Psalm 65:4 NIV
4 Blessed are those you choose
and bring near to live in your courts!
We are filled with the good things of your house,
of your holy temple.
Heidi McClain
Fayetteville, GA