Hey, Everybody!
I just loved Lindsee’s previous post! Didn’t you? (Oops, I know better than to ask a question on SSMT day that might tempt you to answer with more than your verse. So scratch that. But at least know that I’ve been heavily into writing lately and am almost desperate for Siesta interaction. We’re going to need a livestream soon and for my sake much more than yours.) I love some occasional randomness here on the blog. Well, I actually love it more often than occasionally. But I appreciate it most of all when random and awkward meet in the hall and hold hands like seventh graders who think they’re in love. Now we’re talking. Random doesn’t get better than that. And we got some mighty fine random awkwardness out of those lists.
But, alas, today is not random. Today is for taking the next big step in our life-thriving, heart-guarding, mind-saving journey of memorizing 24 Scriptures in 2013. Wooooohoooooo!
I am a little tickled over the verse I’m about to share with you because I really like to offer one up that many of you could consider as a selection in case you’re drawing a blank. I give that process thought every single time I write an SSMT post and have for each year we’ve practiced it. It’s the least I can do as your resident Siestaville rally girl. This time I just couldn’t make it happen, however, because I’m memorizing out of the Book of Jude and I need to proceed to the next verse. So, with seriousness and focused intention plus a side order of mild amusement, I offer you my official 2013 SSMT Verse 4:
Beth, Houston. But when the archangel Michael, contending with the devil, was disputing about the body of Moses, he did not presume to pronounce a blasphemous judgment, but said, “The Lord rebuke you.” Jude 1:9 ESV
What??!? That’s not the exact verse you’ve been longing to memorize? It’s not like I read your mail?? Finding out what happened to the body of Moses has not been your latest Scripture obsession?? This may be the first time – lo these many SSMT years – when no one opts to jump with me into my selection. You’ve got to admit it’s gloriously intriguing though. I’m totally taken with it and have been reading through a commentary as I’ve proceeded in the memorization. Jude is short on words and wild as a bucking bronco in a cramped corral on themes. Don’t dream of suggesting that the verse has little relevance for us. When the enemy is harassing you, just try occasionally saying out loud with lungs full of faith, “The Lord rebuke you” and see what happens. And I’m going to see what happens, too, because I’ve never diligently gone for that approach either. I don’t have many conversations with the enemy and I hope you don’t have an overabundance of them either. Our dialogues need to be directly with God who triumphs over every principality and empowers us with His Spirit and shields us with His hand. But I do indeed at times voice rebukes and occasional directives for him to get out of my yard and away from my family. In Jesus’ Name.
Over the last decade or so, I’ve switched from saying “Get behind me, Satan” when I feel like he’s hard at work around me and messing with my loved ones to “Get behind JESUS, Satan.” Jesus is the one who coined the command in Matthew 16:23 and I’m not at all sure it’s the same ballgame with the same outcome when we repeat the words like we have the exact level of authority. Anyway, I don’t especially want Satan working behind my back. Do you? I want him behind Christ’s. With Jesus in between the two of us, we find safety.
OK, Sisters! Let’s hear your verses! Name, City, Verse, Reference and Translations please! I love you so much. I’m honored to journey with you on this adventure Home.
Tags: Scripture Memory 2013
Emily, KennebunkPort
“The LORD is good to all; he has compassion on all he has made” Psalm 145:9 (NIV)
The Lord is good,a stronghold in the day of trouble; and He knows those who trust in Him. Nahum 1:7 NKJV
I Corinthians 2:9 NKJV
“But as it is written: “Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, Nor have entered into the heart of man The things which God has prepared for those who love Him.””
Amanda, Port Arthur, NIV Col. 3:1-2″ Since, then you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.”
Joyce
Sparta, NJ
“And He will be the stability of your times, A wealth of salvation, wisdom and knowledge;
The fear of the Lord is his treasure.”
Isaiah 33:6 (NASB)
So nice to see another NJ Siesta here! I live in Martinsville, and extend a Garden State hug!
– Karen
Beth, Toronto: “I am Your servant; give me understanding, that I may know Your testimonies…Direct my steps by Your word, and let no iniquity have dominion over me. Redeem me from the oppression of man, that I may keep Your precepts. Make your face shine upon Your servant and teach me Your statutes.” Psalm 139:125, 133-135 (NKJV)
from Chattanooga, Romans 8:34 NIV Who is he that condemns? Christ Jesus, who died-more than that, who was raised to life-is at the right hand of God and is also interceding for us.
Hello neighbor! I am also in Chattanooga. I thought it neat that I saw your post of the two thousand on here, so I had to say hello. Glad we are doing this together!
Christine B Stephens City Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body. 1 Corinthians 6:19 NIV
Peg Buchanan
Beechmont. Kentucky
For God so loved the world. That he gave his only begotten son. That whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.
John 3:16. Life Application NIV
Tanya, Somerville, TN I John 3:14 “We know we have
passed from death to life, because we love our
brothers. Anyone who does not love remains in
death.”
Carolyn, Orofino, Idaho
“Abide in me, and I will abide in you. A branch cannot bear fruit if it is disconnected from the vine, and neither will you if you are not connected to Me. If you abide in Me and My voice abides in you, anything you ask will come to pass for you. Your abundant growth and your faithfulness as My followers will bring glory to the Father.”
John 15:4, 7-8 The Voice Bible
Tesa
Perry, GA
I delight in your decrees; I will not neglect your Word.
Psalm 119:16
Amy in Fountain, CO
“But I discipline my body and keep it under control, lest after preaching to others I myself should be disqualified.”
I Cor. 9:27 (ESV)
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. Rejoice always, Pray without ceasing. In all things give thanks for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. NKJ
Julie, Goodyear. “The brother in humble circumstances ought to take pride in his high position. But the who one is rich should take pride in his low position, because he will pass away like a wild flower. For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plants; its blossom falls and its beauty is destroyed. In the same way, the rich man will fade away even while he goes about his business.” NIV James 1:9-11
Dana Ashland, KY John 16:33 NIV “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.”
Dana, I lived in Ashland for over 30 years! Nice to meet you! 🙂
Julie, Broken Arrow, OK
He was fully convinced that God is able to do whatever he promises.
Romans 4:21(NLT)
Love this one, Julie!
Shannon- Bethesda, MD: “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” Romans 12:12 NIV
Hannah from Winter Haven, FL
4-You have commanded us to keep Your precepts diligently. 5-Oh, that my ways were directed to keep Your statues! 6-Then I would not be ashamed when I look into all Your commandments. 7-I will praise You with uprightness of heart when I learn Your righteous judgments. 8-I will keep Your statues; Oh, do not forsake me utterly!
Psalm 119:4-8 (NKJV)
Kaitlyn from Fort Walton Beach, FL
2 Corinthians 10:5 (ESV)
We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ.
Ashley Taylor
Lawrenceville, GA
God did this so that they would seek him and perhaps reach out for him and find him, though he is not far from any one of us.
Acts 17:27 NIV
Andria
Virginia
And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Phil. 4:7 NIV
Missy, Jim Falls, WI
And you yourself must be an example to them by doing good works of every kind. Let everything you do reflect the integrity and seriousness of your teaching. Titus 2:7 NLT
Jessica from Westminster, MD
“A voice said, “Shout!” I asked, “What should I shout?” “Shout that people are like the grass. Their beauty fades as quickly as the flowers in a field.” Isaiah 40:6, NLT
Tamara
Kelowna, BC, Canada
My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.
2 Corinthians 12:9, NIV
Danielle
Birmingham, AL
Matthew 6:15 NLT “But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins.”
Candi, Ft Bragg, NC
‘Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of The Lord, knowing that your toil is not in vain in the Lord’. I Corinthians 15:58, NASB
Kim Eshelman Lewisburg, PA
There is no fear in love; instead perfect love drives out fear, because fear involves punishment. So the one who fears has not reached perfection in love.
1 John 4:18
By enduring all of these things, you will find not loss but gain–not death but authentic life. Luke 21:19 The Voice
I posted this accidentally on the responses for memory verse 3 also
Deuteronomy 31:6 ESV “Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.”
Cathy Birmingham
Romans 1:7-8 NIV1984
To all in Rome who are loved by God and called to be saints: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from The Lord Jesus Christ. First I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you because your faith is being reported all over the world.”
Holly, Ramona, CA; “Therefore I urge you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship.” Romans 12:1 (nasb)
Heidi :: Locust Grove
Teach me your way, O Lord, that I may walk in your truth; unite my heart to fear your name. I give thanks to you, O Lord my God, with my whole heart, and I will glorify your name forever.
Psalms 86:11, 12 ESV
Kelly from Katy, TX
Therefore, my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices, my body also will rest secure ,
Psalm 16:9 (NIV)
Angie Nicholson, McKinney, TX
So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.
Galatians 5:16, NIV
Pammie, Barstow, Ca
But as for me, I will sing about your power. Each morning I will sing with joy about your unfailing love. For you have been my refuge, a place of safety when I am in distress. Ps. 59:16 NLT
Rene’ , Edmond, OK
For I hold you by your right hand–I, the LORD your God.
And I say to you, “Don’t be afraid. I am here to to help you.”
Isaiah 41:13 NLT
Cindy, Lakeland FL. “The Son of Man came to look for and to save people who are lost.” Luke 19:10 CEV
This is a blessing. Thanks for sharing! -B from Paducah
“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor, so that you through His poverty might become rich”
2 Corinthians 8:9
NIV
Amy from Everett, WA
He does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities.
Psalm 103:10 (NIV)
Laura, Little Rock. “Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. Ephesians 5:1-2 NIV 84
Darcy, Houston. Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds. James 1:2 ESV
Jen, St Francis, MN Psalm 141:2 May my prayer be set before you as incense, the raising of my hands as the evening offering . HCSB
Rogers, AR
Hebrews 4:12 (NIV)
For the Word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.
rhonda
gilmer
Philemon 5 (NKJV)
hearing of your love and faith which you have toward the Lord Jesus and toward all the saints,
Ruth, Atlanta
Psalm 34:4
I sought the LORD, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.
ESV!
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.
Galations 5:22 (NIV)
Kristi Lenoir City Tn
The fruit of righteousness will be peace, the effect of righteousness will be quietness and confidence forever.
Isaiah 32:17 NIV 1984
Kortney, Des Plaines, IL
Romans 15:13 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.
Barb, Crown Point IN
Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other just as Christ God forgave you.
Ephesians 4:32. NIV
Debbie Z
Vancouver WA
Lord, you establish peace for us; all that we have accomplished you have done fur us. NIV ISA 26:12
Kalonni, Van Meter, Iowa: “You have lived on earth in luxury and self-indulgence. You have fattened yourselves in the day of slaughter. You have condemned and murdered innocent men, who were not opposing you.” James 5:5-6 NIV
Angie Heaton, Hot Springs, AR
Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor & glory forever and ever. Amen
1 Timothy 1:17 HCSB
Jody Emmons, Chesterfield, IL
“that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved” Romans 10:9 (NJKV)