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!
Janet ~ Jenks Ok. (14″ of snow!) Who am I, O Sovereign LORD and what is my family that you have brought me this far? And as if this were not enough in Your sight O Sovereign LORD, You have also spoken about the future of the house of Your servant. Is this Your usual way of dealing with man, O Sovereign LORD? 2 Sam. 7:18-19 NIV
Jenny, Tulsa: “Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control.” Proverbs 25:28 (NIV)
Penne Spokane, WA
“Teach me to do your will,
for you are my God;
may your good Spirit
lead me on level ground” Psalm 143:10 NIV
Jenna S-Ephesians 6:6-7 “Try and please them all the time not just when they are watching you. As slaves of Christ do the will of God with all your heart. Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than people.”
Cindy, Encinitas: “…and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, while we wait for the BLESSED HOPE – the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.” Titus 2: 12b-13 (NIV)
Bena ~ Pikeville, KY
If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and He will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking. –James 1:5, NLT
Erica, Dayton MN
Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit set me free from the law of sin and death.
Romans 8:1-2 NIV
Shana Ferndale, WA – For it is God who works in to you will and to act according to his good purpose. Philippians 2:13 NIV
Marlo from Flower Mound, Texas. The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they display knowledge. There is no speech or language where their voice is not heard. Their voice goes out into all the earth,their words to the end of the world. Psalm 19:1-4
Kari, Fulton, SD
To all who mourn in Israel, he will give a crown of beauty for ashes, a joyous blessing instead of mourning, festive praise instead of despair. In their righteousness, they will be like great oaks that the Lord has planted for His own glory.
Isaiah 61:3, NLT
Rachel, Anchorage, Alaska
Therefore let us draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.
-Hebrews 4:16
New American Standard Bible
Philippians 1:10-11
So that you may approve what is excellent, and so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Christ Jesus to the glory and praise of God.
Christine, Longview – Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. Isaiah 43:18 (NIV)
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4 NIV
Susan, Portland, OR
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding, in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6
Deborah, Nashville
Do not be conformed to this present world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may test and approve what is the will of God, what is good and well pleasing and perfect. Romans 12:2 NET Bible
Anne, Ralph:
“Now may the God of peace himself sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it.”
1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 (ESV)
Isaiah 11:2 (NIV)
The Spirit of the Lord will rest on Him–the Spirit of wisdom & of understanding, the Spirit of counsel and of might, the Spirit of the knowledge and fear of the Lord
“Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing.” 1 Peter 3:9 ESV
Eposi, Houston,TX
“To the only wise God be glory forever through Jesus Christ! Amen.”
Romans 16:27, NIV
“If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal.” I Corinthians 13:1 (ESV)
Rachel – Nashville, TN
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
Galatians 5:22-23 (NIV)
Beth from Johannesburg, SA
Deuteronomy 8:3b (NIV)
to teach you that man does not live on bread alone,but on everyworkd that comes from the mouth of the Lord.
I would like an exception. The first and 15th after i sit down to God’s word, i am ready to post my SSMT verse, but you guys are still asleep. THen I begin my day and don’t get back to the blog. COuld i post late (you can set a limit (we are 7-8 hours ahead of you)) or early. Which would be easier for your checking. Or maybe you will say,,, just get it together. b
Vivian Clovis, Ca
Psalm 97:1 The LORD reigns, let the earth be glad; let the distant shores rejoice. 2 Clouds and thick darkness surround him; righteousness and justice are the foundation of his throne.
Kim D. – Knoxville, Tenn.
Psalm 63:1-4 (NIV)
“You, God, are my God, earnestly I seek you; I thirst for you, my whole being longs for you, in a dry and parched land where there is no water.I have seen you in the sanctuary and beheld your power and your glory. Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you. I will praise you as long as I live, and in your name I will lift up my hands.”
Psalm 46:10, NIV
Be still and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.
Kathy Baum
Dayton, Nevada
For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you. Romans 12:3 [NIV]
Christa, Cedar Falls: “My eyes are ever on the Lord, for only He will release my feet from the snare.”
Psalm 25:15 NIV
There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not permit you to be tempted above that ye are able, but will, with the temptation, also make the way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.
1 Corinthians 10:13 KJV
Deirdre, Biddeford Maine:
“I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heaveanward in Jesus Christ.” Phil 3:14 NIV
Gloria, Cumming, GA
James 1:5-6
(5)If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. (6) But when he asks, he must believe and not doubt, because he who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind.
“I was young and now I am old, yet I have never seen the righteous forsaken or their children begging bread. They are always generous and lend freely; their children will be a blessing.” Psalm 37: 25-26, NIV
Rachelle, Long Island
We know that anyone born of God does not continue to sin; the One who was born of God keeps them safe, and the evil one cannot harm them. 1 John 5:18 TNIV
Tracy, Mechanicsville, VA
Psalm 40:3 (Amplified Bible)
And He has put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many shall see and fear (revere and worship) and put their trust and confident reliance in the Lord.
Alana – Cape Town, South Africa
but the kingdom of God is not eating and drinking, but righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
Rom.14:17
HCSB
Amy Toney, Houston “Do not fear, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. I will help you. I will uphold you with my victorious right hand.” (Isaiah 41:10 NIV)
For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self control.
2 Timothy 1:7
Jessica, Gadsden: “When you lie down, you will not be afraid; When you lie down, your sleep will be sweet. Do not be afraid of sudden fear nor of the onslaught of the wicked when it comes; For the LORD will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught.” Psalm 3:24-26, NASB
Robyn
La Habra,Ca
Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.
1 John 3:18
NIV
Allayne, Bangkok, Thailand:
Speak and act as those who will be judged by a law that gives freedom. For judgement is merciless for the one who has shown no mercy. But mercy truimphs over judgement. James 2:12-13 NET
I’m late, the time difference always makes me forget to post! Had a different verse, read your post, Beth, and just knew this was the right one this time.
Kelli, Kalispell, MT
“He will feed His flock like a shepherd; He will gather the lambs with His arm, and carry them in His bosom, and gently lead those who are with young.”
Isaiah 40:11 (NKJV)
“So the Lord must wait for you to come to him so He can show you His love and compassion. Blessed are those who wait for His help.” (Is. 30:18 NLT)
Michelle from Maine
Sherri smith, las Vegas
NIV Isaiah 50:4
The Sovereign LORD has given me a well-instructed tongue,
   to know the word that sustains the weary.
He wakens me morning by morning,
   wakens my ear to listen like one being instructed.
Amy, St. Louis
“Don’t you know anything? Haven’t you been listening?
God doesn’t come and go. God lasts.
He’s Creator of all you can see or imagine.
He doesn’t get tired out, doesn’t pause to catch his breath.
And He knows everything, inside and out.
He energizes those who get tired,
gives fresh strength to dropouts.”
Isaiah 40:28-29 The Message
Angie from Redding, Ca.
I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.
John 15:5 (NIV)
kate
everett, wa
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)
“Sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence.” I Peter 3:15
Lorraine Cloverdale BC,
And now, little children, abide in Him, that when He appears, we may have confidence and not be ashamed before Him at His coming. 1 John 2:28 NKJV
Cathy Orofino, ID
Keep me as the apple of your eye,
Hide me in the shadow of your wings!
PS17:8
Amy-Waco, TX
For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline.
2 Timothy 1:7 NIV