Hey, you Scripture-memory fiends! Our next to last verse! I’m so happy! But I’m also wishing it would all slow down a little bit and not be over so fast. You, too?? What a year, Siestas. What a year. I told you several SSMT posts ago that my memory work with you has never meant more to me or held a more prominent place in my personal life and I still mean that. I am so thankful for this process that I am almost without words.
I am on my way to Pensacola, Florida for our final Living Proof Live (I go in on Thursdays these days) so, once again, I better get with it! I chose this particular verse (and version) specifically in view of the holiday spending-madness that many of us have ahead. You won’t find a single Scrooge at this ministry. Like many of you, we all love to shower our friends and family members in Christmas gifts to the degree that we’re able and we pray to have pure hearts as we give. We give these small tokens of grace to one another this time of year because of the priceless Gift God has given to us in Christ Jesus. I think it can be a beautiful thing and I also respect those who, by conviction, choose not to participate in the retail hype. I get that completely. Those of us who will be in the malls and shopping online, however, might really be blessed by a mutual reminder to try to stay within our means over these next few weeks and not pile up debts. It takes the joy right out of the giving if we’re paying for it for the entire next year…and with interest. SO, how about this Scripture this time around?
Beth, Houston. “Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for he who loves his fellowman has fulfilled the law.” Romans 13:8 NIV
Smiling. Man. God seems to have a word for everything, doesn’t He?
I love you guys so much! I can’t wait to see some of you in Pensacola! The rest of you pray for us, okay?
Melisa, Roanoke, VA
If I say, “My foot is slipping,” Your faithful love will support me, Lord. When I am filled with cares, Your comfort brings me joy.
Psalm 94:18 -19 HCSB
Kay Everett, Wa
For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on His shoulders. And He will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Isaiah 9:6 NLT Bible
Johanna, Forsyth, MT “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plan to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 NIV
Kathy, Danvers
Titus 3:4-5 NIV
But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared,
He saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of His mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit,
Brandy, Burleson, TX
For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:11 NKJV
Lisa Auten; Rogers, AR: “Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position.[a] Do not be conceited.” Romans 12:16 NIV
I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you and watch over you. Psalm 32:8 NIV
Alexandria, LA
Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. Colossians 4:2 NIV
Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for he who loves his fellowman has fulfilled the law. Romans 13:8 (NIV)
Midge Florence, SC “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
Celeste, Los Angeles & Toronto: above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one. Ephesians 6:16 NKJV
Is.55: 6 NIV
Seek the LORD while He may be found; call on Him while He is near.
Odessa, TX
“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
Tina, Cincinnati, OH – I Thessalonians 5:16-18 – Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. NLT
Amy Toney, Houston TX: “I will thank You with all my heart; I will tell of all the marvelous things You have done. I will be filled with joy because of You. I will sing praises to Your name, O Most High.” (Psalm 9:1-2 NLT)
Waylene Loma Linda: Since the children have flesh and blood, he too shared their humanity so that by his death, he might destroy him who holds the power of death–that is, the devil. Heb 2:14 The Message
Kelly, Colorado Springs, CO
“The Lord is with you.” Luke 1:28 (partial) NIV
Vanessa Szanto, Rio Rancho NM
The Lord your God is with you, he is mighty to save…Zephaniah 3:17a NIV
Heather, Lewiston: “For we are God’s fellow workers; you are God’s field, God’s building.” I Cor 3:9, NIV
Kristie
Tyler, TX (formerly Sandia, TX)
Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms. I Peter 4:10 (NIV)
Melany, Garrison, MO: Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not be ashamed, rightly dividing the Word of Truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 KJV
Leslie, Houston: “My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry.” James 1:19 NIV
Barb – Thailand
“As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is flawless. He is a shield for all who take refuge in him.” 2 Samuel 22:31 NIV
Kim B.-Orlando, FL-Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed,
for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning;
great is your faithfulness. (Lamentations 3:22, 23 NIV)
Miranda, Fort Payne, AL
Rejoice always, pray continuously. I Thess 5:16-17 NIV
Kelly. Springfield, MO. “So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take your joy from you.” John 16:22 (ESV)
Let us draw near to God with a sincere heart in full assurance of faith having our hearts sprinkled to cleanse us from a guilty conscience and having our bodies washed with pure water. Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess for He who promised is faithful.”
Hebrews 10:22-23 NIV
Linda, Fort Collins, CO
Heather, Wilmington. Do not fear for I am with you. Do not be dismayed for I am your God. 41:10 NIV
Sammie, Flagstaff AZ “In His right hand He held seven stars, and out of His mouth came a sharp two-edged sword; and His face was like the sun shining in its strength. When I saw Him, I fell at His feet like a dead man. And He placed His right hand on me, saying, “Do not be afraid; I am the first and the last.” Revelation 1:16-17 NASB
Jennifer, San Antonio: “In this world you will have trouble, but take heart I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 NIV
Beth, we just finished “The Patriarchs” last week; absolutely great, and the impact continues. We start James in February. Our ladies continue to be on the edge of their seats looking forward to each study we do. Thanks to you and your team for changing all of our lives by fulfilling the ministry the Lord has called you to. We pray for you often and so appreciate the gift all of you are to the Body of Christ in these days.
Myra, Bakersfield, CA
Lamentations 3:22-23 ESV
“the stedfast love of the Lord never ceases, His mercies never come to an end, they are new every morning, great is your faithfulness”
Elvira, Grande Prairie, Alberta
Eph.6:14&15 NIV
“Stand firm then,
with the belt of truth buckled around your waist,
with the breastplate of righteousness in place,
and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.”
Erin in Euless, TX
“Where is the god who can compare with you — wiping the slate clean of guilt, Turning a blind eye, a deaf ear, to the past sins of your purged and precious people? You don’t nurse your anger and don’t stay angry long, for mercy is your specialty. That’s what you love most.”
Micah 7:18 MSG
I have called you by name; you are mine.” Isaiah 43:1b (NLT)
Donna, Franklin, TN
Luke 1:46-49 for Advent- “My soul magnifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior…” (ESV)
Carole, Imperial, CA: “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1 NIV
Pat, Littlefield, Tx….”For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be the glory forever! Amen.
Romans 11:36 NIV
Pauline, Kearney, NE
Lead me in your truth and teach me
For you are the God of my Salvation
On you I wait all the day.
Psalm 25 :5 NKJV
Debbie
Olathe, KS
Psalm 118:28 (NIV 1984)- “You are my God, and I will give you thanks; you are my God, and I will exalt you.”
stacey-new orleans
Psalm 62:7 MSG
My help and glory are in God.
“I will listen to God the Lord. He has ordered peace for those who worship him. Don’t let them go back to foolishness.”
~Psalm 85:8(NCV)
Bobbie Jo
San Angelo, TX
Walton,IN
Search me O’God and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. Point out anything in me that offends you,and lead me along the path of everlasting life.
PS139:23-24 NLT
Karen Orem, UT
Ephesians 3:21 to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen
Wow ladies way to go!! Maybe next year ill be 23 verses in!!
Jenny – San Antonio/Midland, TX
“Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet.” (John 13:14 NIV84)
linda, colorado springs.
whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying “this is the way; walk in it.” isaiah 30:21 (niv)
Lisa, Bethany, OK
Get rid of all bitterness, rage and snger, brawling and slander along with every form of malice.
Ephesians 4:31 NIV
Karen, Lexington, KY – Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. ~Matthew 6:34 NIV
Leslie from Maui
3 Trust in the LORD and do good;
Dwell in the land and cultivate faithfulness.
4 Delight yourself in the LORD;
And He will give you the desires of your heart.
Psalm 37:3-4 NASB