WHAT???? The 20th verse???? You know what that means, don’t you? Those of you who have clocked in every single time so far have accumulated enough verses to qualify for the celebration! However! If you’ve gotten this far, you surely want to see it all the way to 24 and not just for the celebration but for the fortification and fruit of 2 dozen Scriptures in your darling head. Scripture memory has meant so much to me this year. Except for a full-on-crisis season of time when I promise you I would have lost my ever-loving mind without it, I have never sensed more of a harvest deep in my soul from the process. I so hope you can also testify that your year would have been altogether different without it.
I will get right to it because I am expecting a ton of family over to celebrate Amanda’s 32nd birthday and I have a Texas-size pot of chicken and dumplings to cook! Here’s mine:
Beth, Houston. But set Christ apart as Lord in your hearts and always be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks about the hope you possess. Yet do it with courtesy and respect, keeping a good conscience, so that those who slander your good conduct in Christ may be put to shame when they accuse you. 1 Peter 3:15-16 The NET Bible
Let’s hear it, Siestas! Hey, don’t be alarmed if it takes me a good while to moderate all the verses or even if it sits on zero for a little while. I’ll bring them in every couple of hours so I can still get the most out of a Saturday off. I hope you have some Sabbath time this weekend, too!
Talk to you very soon.
You’re a big deal around here.
ginger, Trussville: And he arose and immediately took up the pallet and went out in the sight of all; so that they were all amazed and were glorifiying God, saying, “We have never seen anything like this.” Mark 2:12 (NAS)
Beth, Dyersburg, TN “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
NIV Hebrews 3:12-13
For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edge sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account.
Valerie, Scott City, MO
Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not. Jeremiah 33:3, KJV
He is before all things, and in HIm all things hold together. Col. 1:17
Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven. (Matthew 5:16 NASB)
Heather, Glencoe, AL;
But in you hearts revere 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, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who speak maliciously against your good behavior in Christ may be ashamed of their slander. 1Peter 3:15-16(NIV)
Dixie Hubbard in Trophy Club says:
Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.
Hebrews 11:1
New American Standard
Carrie, Wentzville, Mo.
Therefore, let us stop passing judgement on one another. Instead, make up your mind to not put any stumbling block or obstacle in your brother’s way. Romans 14:13 NIV
Sheila, Bethesda, MD: Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out! “Who has known the mind of the Lord? Or who has been his counselor?” “Who has ever given to God, that God should repay him?” For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be the glory forever! Amen. Romans 11:33-36 (NIV)
Connie, Chariton, Psalm 103:11 For as the heavens are high above the earth, So great is His mercy toward those who fear Him;
Crystal, Mullica Hill, NJ-
Romans 8:9
You, however, are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if in fact, the Spirit of God dwells in you. Anyone who does not have the Spirit of Christ does not belong to Him.
ESV
Kim-Hickory,N.C.
Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.
Psalms 55:22 ESV
Sara from Columbus, OH
Jonah 2:8
Those who worship false gods turn their backs on all God’s mercies. (NLT)
Natalie, Olive Branch, “Turn my eyes from worthless things and give me life through your word.” Psalm 119:37 (NLT)
“I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation , so that you may know him better.” Ephesians 1:17 NIV
Anne, Simpsonville, SC She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future. Proverbs 31:25 NLT
Cheryl, Austin: “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1 NASB
Kelley, Round Rock, TX
He is your constant source of stability;
he abundantly provides safety and great wisdom;
he gives all this to those who fear him. Isa 33:6 (NET)
Peggy from Crowley Lake, CA:
Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. James 1:12
Susan, Houston, Deut. 31:6 – Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble at them, for the LORD your God is the One Who goes with you. He will not fail you or forsake you.
Jovin, Houston TX
Psalm 119:175 The Msg
Invigorate my soul so I can praise You well,
use Your decrees to put iron in my soul.
Kim, Corning, NY. Isaiah 61:1 (NIV) “The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners…”
ESV. I Samuel 1:27 For this child I prayed, and the Lord has granted me my petition that I made to him.
Lis, London.
And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen His glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.
And from His fullness we have all received, grace upon grace.
John 1:14,16 ESV
Hi Lis,
My name is Cindy Childers and I live in Newton Tony (Salisbury), England. We are Americans moving back to the states in December but I am going to the SSMT weekend. Are you going? I’d love to meet a fellow England sister. We have been so blessed living here and I know I will miss it tremendously! email me at [email protected] if you would like. I’d love to hear from you 🙂 Cindy
London Ontario or England? I live near London Ont and could hook up with you for travelling to Texas in Jan.
[email protected]
Kay Kay Lexington, Ky
NIV May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your
sight, O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer. Ps. 19:14
Cathleen, SK Canada
“…But you are a forgiving God, gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and ABOUNDING in love. Therefore you did not desert them…” Nehemiah 9 vs 17 NIV
Cheryl ~ Concord, NC
“Little children, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth.” I john 3.18 ESV
“Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; give thanks in all circumstances.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Sierra, Vandalia, MO.
The young lions suffer want and hunger; but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing.
Psalms 34:10 ESV
Lee, Leola, PA
As a bridegroom rejoices over his bride, so will your God rejoice over you.
Is 62:5b
Cindy from Yakima
Psalm 25: 16 & 17
“Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted.
The troubles of my heart have been multiplied; free me from anguish.”
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Isaiah 41:10 NIV
De Anna Morris
Greenville SC
Psalm 18:30 The Message
What a God! His road stretches straight and smooth. Every God-direction is road-tested. Everyone who runs toward him Makes it.
Janet,Longmont,CO
even in chemo…”Are not two sparrows sold for a cent? And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father. But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Therefore do not fear, you are of more value than many sparrows.” Matthew 10:29-31 NAS
Dinah from Baraboo, WI:
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Your attitude should be the same as that of Jesus Christ.” Phil. 2:3-5
“Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth”.
Matthew 5:5 – NIV
Judith
West Columbia, TX
Walton,IN
“Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart.” PS 37:4 – NIV
Terri, Papua New Guinea. “Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God.” 1 John 4:7, NIV.
Sharon, Riverside, Ca.
Sacrifice thank offerings to God,
fulfill your vows to the Most High,
and call upon me in the day of trouble;
I will deliver you and you will honor me.
Psalm 50:14-15 NIV
Martha, Florida
” He said, blessed are those who hear God’s word and obey it.” Luke 11:28 NIrV
Nancy Tucson, AZ
“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.” Gal. 5:1 NIV
Jess R, Katy, TX
The Lord is near to all who call upon Him, To all who call upon Him in truth. Psalm 145:18 NKJ
Lanie Beth, Locust Grove, GA “Commit your way to the Lord; trust in Him and He will do this: He will make your righteousness shine like the dawn, the justice of your cause like the noonday sun.”
Psalm: 37:5-6 NIV
Suzanne, Summerfield, Fl.
Job 19:25,26 For I know that my Redeemer lives and He shall stand at last on the earth. And after my skin is destroyed, this I know that in my flesh I shall see God. NKJV
Eva, Knoxville- (cont) but when perfect comes, the imperfect disappears. 1 Corinthians 13:10 (NIV)
Mitzi
Kannapolis
Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the LORD, not men, because you know that the LORD will reward everyone for whatever good he does, whether he is slave or free.
Ephesians 6:7-8 NIV
Psalm 121:5 -8 HCSB
The Lord protects you; the Lord is a shelter right by your side. The sun will not strike you by day, or the moon by night. The Lord will protect you from all harm; He will protect your life. The Lord will protect your coming and going, both now and forever!!!
Tammy, Ingleside
Stepping Up
Freida, Chatham, LA, “I correct and discipline everyone I love. So be diligent and turn from your indifference.” Rev. 3:19 NLT
Melissa in Greer, SC:
No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it.
I Corinthians 10:13 NKJV