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!
Martha
Dickinson, ND
‘Ah, Lord God! It is you who have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and by your outstretched arm! Nothing is too hard for you. Jeremiah 32:17 (ESV)
But he answered, “It is written, “‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.'” Mt 4:4 ESV
Jenn, Lakeland
“Let’s go ahead and be what we were made to be, without enviously or pridefully comparing ourselves with each other, or trying to be something we aren’t.”
Romans 12:6a The Message
Jamie, Kennewick
For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.
Ephesians 2:10 (New King James Version)
Joy – Asheboro, NC
“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 up for me.”
Galations 2:20, NIV
Laura, Mason, Ohio
1 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.”
Tona, Travelers Rest:
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)
Beth, Horsham
Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.
Psalm 90:12, NIV
Kari, Midland, TX
James 1:5 (NAS) But if any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him.
Joy, Byron Center, MI “The Lord is my Light and Salvation, whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my Life – of whom shall I be afraid. Psalm 27:1 NIV
Cheryl, Webster – “They will make ware against the Lamb, buthe the Lamb will overcome them because he is Lord of lords and King of kings and with him will be his called, chosen and faithful followers.” Revelation 17:14 NIV
Stacey from Boulder, Colorado writes:
My dear children, let’s not just talk about love; let’s practice real love.
1John 3:18
The Message
Belinda
Jackson, La
Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification. Romans 14:19 NIV
Celeste, Land O Lakes, FL * Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus. * NIV
Beth, Iowa City
“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 (NIV)
Amy, Wichita. “Now is my soul troubled. And what shall I say? ‘Father, save me from this hour’? But for this purpose I have come to this hour. Father, glorify Your name.” John 12:27-28 ESV
Sandy – Warwick,RI
O Lord our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth! Psalm 8:9 (KJV)
Linda in Boulder, Colorado
In Him was life, and the life was the light of men. John 1:4 RSV
Rebecca
Columbia, MO
Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant or rude. 1 Corinthians 13:4-5a (ESV)
Anne
Rome, GA
“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.”
Romans 8:38-39 NIV
Ashley, Tampa, FL
“It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.” Galatians 5:1, NIV
Amy – San Antonio, TX
Plant your seed in the morning and keep busy all afternoon, for you don’t know if profit will come from one activity or another – or maybe both. Ecclesiastes 11:6 (NLT)
“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. For I am the LORD, your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior.” — Isaiah 43:2-3a (NIV)
Jaime, Colorado Springs, CO “When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise.” Proverbs 10:19 (NIV)
Sandi, St.Paul, MN
“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
Kelly, Eriwn, TN:
“Fear not, for I am with you;
Be not dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you,
Yes, I will help you,
I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.”
Isaiah 41:10 NKJV
Hana, Gold Coast, Australia
And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will quard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Phil 4:7 NIV
Gillian, Roseville- “The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the defense of my life; whom shall I dread?”
Psalm 27:1
Jenny, Brandon, MS
What a God! His road stretches straight and smooth.
Every God-direction is road-tested. Everyone who runs toward him makes it.
2 Samuel 22:31 MSG
Amy, Tupelo, MS
“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes?”
Matthew 6:25
Niccol, Wilmette
Wisdom brightens a man’s face and changes its hard appearance.
Ecclesiastes 8:3-4 NIV
Kelly, North Little Rock
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 wherever you go. Joshua 1:9 (TNIV)
Jewel, Denver, PA — Psalm 139:13-16 (NKJV)
For You formed my inward parts;
You covered me in my mother’s womb.
I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
Marvelous are Your works, and that my soul knows very well.
My frame was not hidden from You,
When I was made in secret,
and skillfully wrought in the lowest parts of the earth.
Your eyes saw my substance, being yet unformed.
And in Your book they all were written,
The days fashioned for me,
When as yet there were none of them.
“You will not succeed by your own strength or by your own power, but by my Spirit,” says the Lord All-Powerful.”
Zechariah 4:6
Heather, Virginia
Shannon, North Webster, IN
Psalm 100:1-3a
Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth
Worship the Lord with gladness
come before him with joyful songs
Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us and we are his.
Kelly, Temple Texas
“Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” ~Romans 12:11-12
Lucinda, Brisbane, Australia
“That’s why I urge you to pray for absolutely everything, ranging from small to large. Include everything as you embrace this God-life, and you’ll get God’s everything.” Mark 11:24 (The Message)
Anne, Sherwood, OR: “But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect,” 1 Peter 3:15 NIV
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”
Deuteronomy 31:6 NIV
Sarah Grant,Augusta, Ga: The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; indeed, I have a beautiful inheritance.(ESV)
For all the blessed, talented, kind hearted, deep thinking youth that I know. I repeat this to them and to myself when I think of them. We cannot ignore the needs of our youth. They are the future of our church
From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked.
Luke 12:48 NIV
Madison, ga
“yet I am always with You ; You hold me by my right hand. You guide me with Your counsel, and afterwards You will take me into glory.”
Psalm73:23-24 (NIV)
Anne, Conway, Ar., Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.
Hebrews 11:1, NIV
Sarah, Sledge, MS: “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they shall not overflow you. When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, Nor shall the flame scorch you.” (Isaiah 43:2, NKJV)
Cheryl, Midlothian, Va
Don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord wants you to do.
Ephesians 5:17 NLT
Georgetown, Texas
If I gave everything I have to the poor and even sacrificed my body, I could boast about it; but if I didn’t love others, I would have gained nothing.
1 Corinthians 13:3 (NLT)
The verse Beth posted in the middle of your post today, jumbed off the page at me.
John 14:26 But the comforteer which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send them in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your rememberence, whatever I have said unto you.
Erin, Clarkesville “Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither. Whatever he does prospers.” Psalm 1:1-3 NIV
Piper, Centennial CO
I will give thanks to the LORD with all my heart;I will tell of all Your wonders. Psalm 9:1 NASB
Do what the Lord says is good and right. Then things will go well for you. Then you may go in and take the good land the Lord promised to your ancestors. Deuteronomy 6:18
Tamara Murfreesboro, TN
Children’s Bible (teenager)