Three more to go!
Three more to go!
Three more to go!
(Hear that all cheerleader like)
Ladies, the finish line is in sight! Let’s run the rest of this race marked out for us. What a privilege this has been, you guys.
I think I told you guys recently that I’d gotten a new Bible. I absolutely love it. I always choose one Book of the Bible to read through carefully when I get a new one and this time I chose the Book of Acts. I’ve been so incredibly inspired by it. The verse I’m memorizing this time is for the sake of prayer. (Do you guys often use your memory verses in prayer, turning them into intercession? It really stirs up my faith and my strength.) I’m praying that what happened when Peter was in the midle of bringing the Scriptures to attentive listeners will happen in our environments, too. I’m praying this for my pastor and those who hear the Scriptures through him. I’m praying it for myself and for those I’m privileged to serve. I now pray it for you and those you teach and encourage with the Word of God.
Beth, Houston. “While Peter was still saying these things, the Holy Spirit fell on all who heard the Word.” Acts 10:44 ESV
Lord, let it be! Drench Your listeners with Your Spirit! While we are right in the middle of sharing the Scriptures, fall on every single person who hears. I want this so much. I want a fresh anointing, don’t you? I think our God is willing to give it. Let’s ask Him boldly! All we have to do is make absolutely certain that He gets every ounce of credit. Oh, what He’d be willing to do if we jealously guarded His glory and humbled ourselves as slaves of God and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Ok, Girls. How about yours?
I love you so much.
Bethany S.
Modesto, Ca.
Isaiah 53:5 (nasb)
But he was pierced through for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the chastening for our well being fell upon him, and by his scourging we are healed.
Kimberly Mason, Tuscaloosa, AL:
2 Timothy 3:16 NIV
“All scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness.”
Jean Franklinton, NC
“I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go.”
Genesis 28:15
Pickering, Ontario, Canada
And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God require of you, but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, to love him, to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul, and to keep the commandments and statutes of the LORD, which I am commanding you today for your good? Deut. 10:12 -13 ESV
Liz, Washington D.C.,
Isaiah 54:7 (NIV) no weapon forged against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and this is their vindication from me,” declares the LORD.
Jasdeep
Toronto, ON =)
Luke 12:27-28
Consider the lilies, how they grow;they neither toil nor spin; and yet I say to you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. If then God so clothes the grass, which today is in the field and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, how much more will He clothe you, O you of little faith?
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
Karon, Kingsland, GA
Remember ye not the former things,neither consider
the things of old. Isaiah 43:18
ps 18:6 I cried to my God for help
Amanda, White Rock BC, Canada. ‘for it is written: ‘Be holy because I am holy.’. NIV
Kathy, Tempe AZ
Psalm 100:4-5 NIV
Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.
“For no-one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ.”
1 Corinthians 3:11, NIV
The Kingdom of Heaven is like treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and covered up. Then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field. Matt. 16:44
Linda ,Cypress, TX
” Enter his gates with thnaksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.”
Psalm 100:4 NIV
Mindy, Rowley, IA Proverbs 6:16-19 “These six things the Lord hates, Yes, seven are an abomination to Him: a proud look, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked plans, feet that are swift in running to evil, a false witness who speaks lies, and one who sows discord among brethren.” NKJV
“You can tell what they are by what they do.” Matthew 7:16
Montreal, QC
Give thanks in all circumstances for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
1 Thessalonians 5:18
Heather
Mosinee, WI
Amy, St. Louis, MO
Romans 8:38-39 (NIV)
“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.”
Jennifer, Huntsville: I have created you and cared for you since you were born. I will be your God through all your lifetime, yes, even when your hair is white with age. I made you and I will care for you. I will carry you along and be your Savior.- Isaish 46:3-4, I can’t find this particular translation but it was the translation that my grandfather gave my Mom before he went in for surgery on his lung cancer four years ago. He passed on Oct 27th so I wanted to memorize this version for him.
Austin, Tx
But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed. Luke 5:16
NIV
Sherry
Oklahoma
“Three things will last forever – faith, hope, and love – and the greatest of these is love.”
I Cor. 13:13 – NLT
Sharon, Geigertown, Pennsylvania (probably always last….):
James 3:17: “But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others.” NLT
Melissa Stauffer, Centreville, Michigan
“Dear friend, listen well to my words; tune your ears to my voice. Keep my message in plain view at all times. Concentrate! Learn it by heart! Those who discover these words live, really live; body and soul, they’re bursting with health.”
Proverbs 4:20 The Message
Marilyn, Bradenton, FL
Psa. 119:66(NIV)
“Teach me knowledge and good judgment, for I trust your commands.”
My verse pasted in the wrong place 🙁 and when I reposted it, it still showed after my name :(.
Still memorizing, but very behind in posting. I am up at 5:30 on Thanksgiving and I actually have a free moment to post…very busy lately..
October 1, 2011 (2)
Set a guard, O Lord, over my mouth; keep watch over the door of my lips! Psalm 143:1 ESV
October 15, 2011
James 3:10 ESV From the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, these things ought not to be so.
James 1:26 ESV
If anyone thinks he is religious and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his heart, this person’s religion is worthless.
Any guesses what I am struggling with? I will definitely have to meditate on these verses today…Happy Thanksgiving!
Beth, I am glad you are enjoying your new ESV. I really love this translation as well.
Micah 7:7 NIV
But as for me, I watch in hope for the LORD, I wait for God my Savior; My God will hear me!
Kelly, Lees Summit, MO Just had 2nd major surgery in 3 months. Really did not have a verse that stood out to me – but today, it came. How utterly appropriate and timely….”thank God no matter what happens.”
1 Thess 5:18 MSG
Leslie
Wisner, LA
(sorry so late!)
For the LORD is good and his love endures forever;
his faithfulness continues through all generations.
Psalm 100:5 NIV
Aliza, NZL.
Been a while since I’ve updated, but here’s the last verses that I’ve been learning for this year (6 weeks worth :-)) They’re from a mix of NLT and NCV.
You must give your whole heart to Him and hold out your hands to Him for help. Get rid of your sins and leave all iniquity behind you. Then you can lift up your face without shame, and you can stand strong without fear. You will forget your trouble, it will all be gone like water under the bridge. Your life will be brighter than the noonday, any darkness will be as bright as morning. You will have courage because you will have hope, you will be protected and will rest in safety. You will lie down unafraid, and many will look to you for help.
Job 11:13-19
Nicole, Winnipeg
Luke 6:28 NIV
Bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
Rena, Tulsa. “Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!” Psalm 27:14 NRSV
Christa from Michigan
Hebrews 10:35-36
So do not throw away this confident trust in God; remember the great reward it will bring you. Patient endurance is what you need right now; to continue to do God’s will. Then you will receive all that He has promised.
Tammy
Hendersonville,TN
Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near.
Phil 4:5 NIV
Lisa, Simsboro, LA
” Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men.”
Colossians 3:23 NIV
Jessica- Jacksonville, Fl
“My frame was not hidden from you
when I was made in the secret place,
when I was woven together in the depths of the earth. (Psalm 139:15 NIV)
Kathryn – Atmore, AL – “Kathryn, listen to this: Stop and notice God’s miracles.” Job 37:14 (NCV) – Okay – I confess, I changed the name Job to my name 🙂
Erin
Chippewa Falls, WI
“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
Matt 6:33 NIV
And call upon Me in the day of trouble; I shall rescue you and you will honor Me.
Psalm 50:15
Psalm 100:4-5 NIV
Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.
You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you. Isaiah 26:3 NIV
Psalm 100:4-5 NIV
Enter His gates with thanksgiving
and His courts with praise;
give thanks to Him and praise His name.
For the Lord is good and His love endures forever;
His faithfulness continues through all generations.
Rita Brown
Midland,TX
Becky, St. Augustine, “Let your conversation be always
full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may
know how to answer everyone.” Colossians 4:6 NIV
Ephesians NLT 3: 17
And I pray that Christ will be more and more at home in your hearts as you trust in him. May your roots go down deep into the soil of God’s marlvelous love.
“The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.”
Exodus 14:14 (NIV)
Cindy in Mt. Pleasant, SC
but those who hope in the LORD
will renew their strength.
The will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint.
Is. 40.31 NIV
Stacia Deen from Avon Park, Florida: I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. John 16:33 (NIV)
Betty from Austin, Texas: May your unfailing love rest upon us O Lord, even as we put our hope in you. Psalm 33:22 NIV
Pat S.
Lago Vista, TX
“Direct my footsteps according to your word; let no sin rule over me.” Psalm 119:133 NIV
But you O Lord are a shield about me, my glory and the lifter of my head. Ps. 3:3
Thou shalt have no other gods before ME.
Exodus 20:3 KJV
Karen
Hope, AR