2013 Siesta Scripture Memory Team: Verse 4!

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.

 

 

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  1. 2051
    Kara says:

    Kara,Akron
    For I the LORD thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto the, Fear not; I will help the. Isaiah 41:13 (KJV)

  2. 2052
    June Daniels says:

    June, Collinsville, IL

    Ephesians 4:29 NLT

    29 Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.

  3. 2053
    Alicia Brennan says:

    Alicia, St. Louis For God says, “At just the right time, I heard you. On the day of salvation, I helped you”. Indeed, the “right time ” is now. Today is the day of salvation. 2Corinthians 6:2 New Living Translation

  4. 2054
    Marilyn Brown says:

    Marilyn,Albuquerque,NM

    You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly.

    Romans 5:8 NIV

  5. 2055
    Tina Huffman says:

    Tina, Zalma, MO for all have sinned and come short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23, KJV

  6. 2056
    Stacey Deyoung says:

    Stacey DeYoung -Morocco ,In

    Galatians 5:6b NIV
    The only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love.

  7. 2057
    Esther Walker says:

    Esther in Alburquerque, Spain
    You were cleansed from your sins when you obeyed the truth, so now you must show sincere love to each other as brothers and sisters. Love each other deeply with all your heart. 1 Peter 1:22 NLT

  8. 2058
    Erika Slaughter says:

    Erika, Mckinney, TX For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23, KJV

  9. 2059
    Gerri says:

    Gerri Des Moines, WA

    Therefore,since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand.

    Romans 5:1,2 NIV

  10. 2060
    Desta Buhr says:

    Desta, Trinchera, CO ~ At night my soul longs for You, indeed my spirit within me seeks You diligently; for when the earth experiences Your judgments the inhabitants of the world will learn righteousness. Isaiah 26:9 NASB

  11. 2061
    Lisa Mottin says:

    Lisa M, Davidsville, PA
    And blessed is she who believed that there would be a fulfillment of what was spoken to her from the Lord.
    Luke 1:45 ESV

  12. 2062
    Sue R says:

    Sue, Magalia, CA
    Ephesians 2:8-9 ESV

    For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is a gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.

  13. 2063
    chrissy says:

    Chrissy, Carthage MO
    A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold. Prov 22:1 NIV

  14. 2064
    Julie says:

    Julie S. Menomonee Falls, WI

    Do everything without grumbling or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation. Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky as you hold firmly to the word of life.

    Philippians 2:14-16a NIV

  15. 2065
    Kathy says:

    Kathy , Madison
    Romans 1:7-8 (NIV)
    7 To all in Rome who are loved by God and called to be his holy people:
    Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ.
    8 First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is being reported all over the world.

  16. 2066
    Meredith says:

    Meredith, Kosciusko
    “For the Kingdom of God is not just a lot of talk; it is living by God’s power.”
    1 Corinthians 4:20 NLT

  17. 2067
    Patti Reavis says:

    Patti, Clemmons, NC
    “No weapon formed against you will succeed, and you will refute any accusation raised against you in court. This is the heritage of the Lord’s servants, and their righteousness is from Me. This is the Lord”s declaration.”
    Isaiah 54:17, HCSB

  18. 2068
    Amy Bond says:

    Amy, Edmond Ok

    Honor everyone. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the emperor.

    1Peter 2:17 ESV

  19. 2069
    Thelisa Nutt says:

    Thelisa Nutt, Mansfield, Tx.
    But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession in Christ and through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of him. (2 Corinthians 2:14 NIV84)

  20. 2070
    brandie says:

    brandie, kearney ne:

    “Looking away [from all that will distract] to Jesus…” He 12:2a, Amplified

    i am particularly busy and stressed and have struggled to stay focused on Jesus; i need to obey this principle as i go through my days.

  21. 2071
    Sarah says:

    James 3:17
    Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)
    17 But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peace-loving, gentle, compliant, full of mercy and good fruits, without favoritism and hypocrisy.

  22. 2072
    Lydia Eymann says:

    Lydia, Warman

    Psalm 119:105 NIV

    Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path.

  23. 2073
    Polly says:

    Polly, Houston

    When I am afraid, I put my trust in You.

    Psalm 56:3 ESV

  24. 2074
    Richelle says:

    Richelle, Kingston, TN

    Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouth, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.
    Ephesians 4:29 NIV

  25. 2075
    Theresa E says:

    Theresa E in Oakland Township, MI

    In you, Lord my God, I put my trust.

    Psalm 25:1

  26. 2076
    Emily says:

    Emily , Derby, Ks
    Matthew 6:33 NET

    So then, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Today has enough trouble of its own.

  27. 2077
    Susan Wheat says:

    Susan
    Jersey Village
    “Rejoice always, Pray continually,
    Give thanks in all circumstances;
    For this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
    1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
    NIV

  28. 2078
    Allison Moldenhauer says:

    Allison, Huntsville, TX
    James 1:19-24
    New International Version 1984

    19 My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, 20 for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires. 21 Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you.

    22 Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. 23 Anyone who listens to the word but does not do what it says is like a man who looks at his face in a mirror 24 and, after looking at himself, goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like.

  29. 2079
    Sandy Malone says:

    Sandy Malone, Macon, MS- James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. James 1:1-4 NIV84

  30. 2080
    Kristy manrrique says:

    Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. (2 Corinthians 12:9 NLT)

  31. 2081
    Dawn Kornelson says:

    Dawn Kornelson – Airdrie, Alberta Canada

    This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him.

    1 John 4:9 NIV

  32. 2082
    Kerri Foster says:

    Kerri Foster, Lakeland Fl
    This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples.
    John 15:8 NIV

  33. 2083
    Stacey Masterson says:

    Stacey Masterson, Albuquerque, NM-For He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; Psalms 91:11 NIV

  34. 2084
    Marie says:

    Marie, Saskatoon, Sk. Canada

    Proverbs 15:26 (MSG)
    God can’t stand evil scheming, but he puts words of grace and beauty on display.

  35. 2085
    Sally Reed says:

    Sally, Bellaire, Tx, Lamentations 3:22-23. Because of the Lord’s great love for us we are not consumed for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning, great is your faithfulness.

  36. 2086
    Hayley Hill says:

    Hayley – Alicante, Spain

    “Above all, you must live as citizens of heaven, conducting yourselves in a manner worthy of the Good News about Christ. Then, whether I come and see you again or only hear about you. I will know that you are standing together with one spirit and one purpose, fighting together for the faith, which is the Good News.” Philippians 1:27 (NLT)

  37. 2087
    Susie says:

    Susie, Houston, TX – Psalm 12:6 (NET) – The LORD’s words are absolutely reliable. They are as untainted as silver purified in a furnace on the ground, where it is thoroughly refined.

  38. 2088
    Suzy E. says:

    Suzy. Atlanta.

    For the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God’s law; indeed it cannot. Those who are in the flesh cannot please God.

    Romans 8:7-8
    ESV

  39. 2089
    Brandi says:

    Brandi K

    Cape Girardeau, Mo

    “Do not conform to the pattern of this world but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is-his good, pleasing and perfect will.” Romans 12:2 NIV

  40. 2090
    Sharleen Copp says:

    Sharleen says:

    Cause me to hear your loving kindness in the morning for in you do I trust.
    Cause me to know the way in which I should walk for I lift up my soul to you.
    Psalm 143:8 2-15-13

  41. 2091
    Jaclyn says:

    Jaclyn from Naperville, IL
    “What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?” Romans 8:31 ESV

  42. 2092
    Margee says:

    Margee from Tennessee

    “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.”

    John 10:10 RSV

  43. 2093
    Barbie says:

    Barbie, Powell, Ohio: “Blessed woman, who believed what God said, believed every word would come true.” Luke 1:45 The Message

  44. 2094
    Molly Hotchkiss says:

    Molly Hotchkiss, Cypress,TX

    Psalm 5:3 NIV (1984)
    “In the morning, O Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait in expectation.”

  45. 2095
    Susan says:

    Susan, Charleston
    Psalm 34:4 NASB
    4 I sought the LORD , and He answered me,
    And delivered me from all my fears.

  46. 2096
    Jan Mackenzie says:

    Jan, Minneapolis, MN

    Romans 4:20-21, NIV

    Yet he did not waver through unbelief regarding the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, being fully persuaded that God had power to do what he had promised.

  47. 2097
    Melinda says:

    Melinda in San Antonio

    “And above all things have fervent love for one another, for ‘love will cover a multitude of sins’.” 1 Peter 4:8 NKJV

  48. 2098
    Amber says:

    Amber, Huntington, IN: “Again the kingdom of heaven is like a man who is a dealer in search of fine and precious pearls, Who on finding a single pearl of great price, went and sold all he had and bought it.” Matthew 13:45-46 AMP

  49. 2099
    Karen says:

    Karen, Knoxville, Tennessee
    “All your children shall be taught by the LORD, and great shall be the peace of your children.” Isaiah 54:13 (ESV)

  50. 2100
    Christen Juhnke says:

    Christen in Walla Walla:

    1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NIV1984)

    16 Be joyful always;
    17 pray continually,
    18 give thanks in all circumstances,(C) for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.

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