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!
Nicole, Waco, TX – “Heal me, O LORD, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise.” Jeremiah 17:14, NIV Student Bible
I had planned on this verse for courage. However, very difficult under the recent circumstances
Don’t be afraid, you’re not going to be embarrassed
Don’t hold back, you’re not going to come up short.
You’ll forget all about the humiliations of your youth,
and the indignities of being a widow will fade from memory.
For your Maker is your bridegroom,
his name, God of the Angel Armies!
Your Redeemer is The Holy of Israel,
known as God of the whole earth Is 54:4,5 The Message
“Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” – Romans 12:2
Deborah, Katy, TX
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
-John 10:10 (NIV)
Kim, East Granby, CT; Finally, brothers, 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. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me–put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. (Philippians 4:8-9)
Kentucky, “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.” Jeremiah 29:11, NIV
Jackie
Milford, NE
Ephesians 2:13 NIV
But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ.
Praise the Lord
Ashley, DQ, Illinois
I wanted to do this verse also
” Wait for the LORD;be strong, and let your heart take courage;wait for the LORD!”
– Psalm 27:14, ESV
2 Timothy 1:7 (New Living Translation)
For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.
James 1:3-4 KJV knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.
Amanda, Katy, TX
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
-John 10:10 (NIV)
Stephanie, Canton: “Therefore do not worry and be anxious saying, ‘What are we going to have to eat? or What are we going to have to drink? or What are we going to have to wear?’ For the Gentiles (heathen) wish for and crave and diligently seek all these things,and your Heavenly Father knows well that you need them all.” Matthew 6:31-32 (Amplified Bible)
Lisa
West Chester, Ohio
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
Angie; Burlington, IN
“The Lord is my Strength and my Shield; my heart trusts in, relies on, and confidently leans on Him, and I am helped; therefore my heart greatly rejoices, and with my song will I praise Him.” Psalm 28:7 AMP
Love each other like brothers and sisters.
Give each other more honor than you want for yourselves.
Romans:1210 NCV
Auburndale, FL
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. Matthew 6:34 NIV
Marianna, Clinton, MS
“He has showed you, O man, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” -Micah 6:8
Katie, North Little Rock, AR: Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. James 1: 2-3, NLT
Karen, San Antonio, TX – “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your heart be troubled and do not be afraid.” John 14:27 NIV
Angie, Delaware: “We often suffer, but we are never crushed. Even when we don’t know what to do, we never give up. In times of trouble, God is with us, and when we are knocked down, we get up again.” 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 CEV
Kris, Maine: Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.
James 1:17 NIV
Tina, Nashville, TN
John 16:33 (New Living Translation)
33 I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.”
1 Peter 5:7 (NIV)
Cast all you anxiety on Him because He cares for you.
Richmond, VA
Romans 8:38-39
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.(NIV)
Romans 12:20 Therefore “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; If he is thirsty, give him a drink; For in so doing you will heap coals of fire on his head.” NKJV
Karen, Conway Arkansas
EVERY God begotten person conquers the world’s ways. The conquering power that brings the world to it’s knees is our faith. The person who wins out over the world’s ways is simply the one who believes Jesus is the Son of God.
I John 5:4-5 The Message
Jessica~ Jacksonville, Florida
“I pray that out of His glorious riches He may strengthen you with power through His spirit in your inner being,”
Ephesians 3:16 NIV
Tina, Cincinnati: “Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Isaiah 40:30-31 (NIV)
Ann, Ostrander, Ohio – He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love. 1 John 4:8 KJV
” Worship the LORD your God and his blessings will be upon your food and water. I will take away sickness from among you, and none will miscarry or be barren in your land. I will give you a long life span.” Exodus 23:25-26 NIV
Sherri, Lebanon, MO: “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” Galatians 2:20 NIV
Holly, Texarkana, I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the Lord, which is and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty. Revelation 1:8NKJV
Psalm 62:7 (NIV)
My salvation and my honor depend on God; he is my mighty rock, my refuge.
Sue in Grapevine, TX
Nicole, Norman, OK:
Finally, brothers, 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 4:8(NIV)
Loretta, Murrayville
Fools think their own way is right, but the wise listen to others. Proverbs 12:15 NLT
Jamie, Jackson, MS
“And He said to her, Daughter, be of good comfort:your faith has made you whole; go in peace.” Luke 8:48 (KJV)
Maria – New York, NY
Deuteronomy 3:24 (NIV)
Sovereign LORD, you have begun to show to your servant your greatness and your strong hand. For what god is there in heaven or on earth who can do the deeds and mighty works you do?
Annette, Smithfield, UT
O God, you are my God, earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you, my body longs for you, in a dry and weary land where there is no water. Psalm 63:1 NIV
Beth, Toronto, Ontario: I am Your servant; Give me understanding, That I may know Your testimonies…Direct my steps by Your word, and let no iniquity have dominion over me…Make Your face shine upon Your servant, And teach me Your statutes. Psalm 119:125, 133, 135
Psalm 63:3 NIV
Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you.
Sandy K., Mansfield, TX. “I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.” Psalm 16:8, NIV
Sheri, Madison, Ohio
Psalm 40:3 ” And He out a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God; many will see anf fear, And will truist in the Lord.”
Mandy, Watkinsville, GA
Had another verse in mind but am taking your suggestion because death is one of my biggest sources of fear.
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)
Sue, Fort Polk: 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 Cor 12:9 NIV
Beth
Belton, TX
“May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer.”
Psalm 19:14 NIV
He must become greater, I must become less. John 3:30
NIV
Cathy, Colorado Springs
“A heart at peace gives life to the body.” Proverbs 14:30
NIV
Jill, League City, TX
Be joyful always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
1 Thes. 5:16-18 NIV
Julie, Carthage, MO. “But the man who looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues to do this, not forgetting what he has heard, but doing it – he will be blessed in what he does.” James 1:25 NIV
Laura, Clay Center, KS
John 6:35 & 37 (NIV)
(35) Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty.
(37) All that the Father gives me will come to me, and whoever comes to me I will never drive away.