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
Marilyn — Seattle, WA
“Fear not for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. (Isaiah 41:10 ESV )
Amy, Barbourville, I am thy servant; give me understanding, that I may know thy testimonies. Ps 119:125, NKJV
looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Hebrews 12:2 NKJV
1 John 4:1-3, “Beloved do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world. By this you know the Spirit of God; every spirit that confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is from God; and every spirit that does not confess Jesus is not from God; and this is the spirit of the antichrist, of which you have heard that is coming, and now it is already in the world.” NAS
Bryan, TX “You’re blessed when you’re at the end of your rope. With less of you there is more of God and His rule.” Matthew 5:3 MSG
Kari from Barbourville, KY
A second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’
Matthew 22:39 (NLT)
Lynda, Ocala, FL: Amos 4:13 – “He who forms the mountains, creates the wind, and reveals His thoughts to man, He who turns dawn to darkness, and treads the high places of the earth – the Lord God Almighty is His name.” (NIV)
pamela t., Fairmont, NC 1 Corinthians 9:26-27
I don’t run without a goal. And I don’t box by beating my fists in the air. I keep my body under control and make it my slave, so I won’t lose out after telling the good news to others.
Karen, Florence, KY
But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness and
all these things will be given to you as well.
MT 6:33 NIV
Annette Hutcherson, Richmond, Va
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. I say to myself, “The LORD is my portion; therefore I will wait for him.”
Lamentations 3:22-24 NIV
1 Peter 1:24-25 NIV All men are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the field; the grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of the Lord stands forever
Debbie from Corpus Christi, TX:
“I have the strength for everything through him who empowers me.”
Phil. 4:13 NAB
Ashley from Bean Station, Tn: And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 NIV84
Amy, Columbia, SC
Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!”
Mark 9:24, NIV
Tracy~Seminole,TX
…and what is the exceeding greatness of His power toward us who believe, according to the working of His mighty power…
Ephesians 1:19 nkjv
I will greatly rejoice in the Lord, My soul shall be joyfulin my God; For He has clothed me with the garments of salvation, He has covered me with the robe of righteousness, As a bridegroom decks himself with ornaments, And as a bride adorns herself with jewels. NKJ
K.C. Brockman, Joplin, Missouri
1 Peter 1:24-25 NIV All men are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the field; the grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of the Lord stands forever
Carolyn, St. Catharines, ON
When you produce much fruit, you are my true disciples. This brings great glory to my Father. John 15:8 (NLT)
Katie A. from Fuquay-Varina, NC
Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.
Proverbs 16:3, TNIV
Sonya Dickerson, Chesterfield, VA
May the name of God be praised forever and ever, for wisdom and power belong to him. He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and establishes kings. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge o those who have understanding. Daniel 2:20-21
Traci in Minnesota
Psalm 103:11-12(NIV)
For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his love for those who fear him; as far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.
Courtney from Duluth, GA
“Nevertheless, I will bring health and healing to it; I will heal my people and will let them enjoy abundant peace and security.” Jeremiah 33:6 NIV
Anita, Lawrenceville
As a father shows compassion to his children, so the LORD shows compassion to those who fear him. Psalms 103:13 ESV
Debbie, Georgetown, TX
He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust. Psalms 91:1-2 KJV
Brianna from Huntsville, AL
But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. (2 Corinthians 12:9 ESV)
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ.” Colossians 3:23-24, ESV
Tammy/Siloam NC–Psalm 23 1-3: The Lord is my shepherd,I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. (NIV)
Kathy Kinser
Anahuac, TX
Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you. I Peter 5:7 NLT
K.C. Brockman, Joplin, Missouri
All men are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the field; the grass withers and the flowers fall, but the word of the Lord stands forever
1 Peter 1:24-25 NIV
Joy, Fayette, AL
I will give them a heart to know me, that I am the LORD. They will be my people, and I will be their God, for they will return to me with all their heart.
Jeremiah 24:7 (NIV)
Rosa, Amherst, Virginia
I delight in your decrees, I will not neglect your word.
Psalm 119:16
Norma
Leander, TX
But when Christ appeared as a high priest of the good things to come, He entered through the greater and more perfect tabernacle, not made with hands, that is to say, not of this creation; and not through the blood of goats and calves, but through His own blood, He entered the holy place once for all, having obtained eternal redemption.
Hebrews 9:11,12 NASB
Jackie, Covington, IN, But our God is in heaven; He does whatever He pleases. Psalm 115:3 NKJV
Pam, Green, OH For I, the LORD your God, hold your right hand; it is I who say to you, Fear not, I am the One who helps you. Isaiah 41:13, ESV
Carissa, Benton, AR. “for whoever has entered God’s rest has also rested from his works as God did from his.” (Hebrews 4:10 ESV)
Lisa A, Frisco, TX
Therefore, encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 NIV
Kim, Dimmitt, Texas
Matthew 7:7
Ask and it will be given to you, seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. NIV
Cindy, Fort Worth, TX
2 Thessalonians 3:16 NIV
Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace at all times and in every way.
Katherine, Akron, PA
We loved you so much that we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well, because you had become so dear to us. 1 Thess 2:8 (NIV84)
But when the goodness of God and His love for mankind appeared, He saved us – not by works of righteousness that we had done, but according to His mercy, through the washing of regeneration and renewal by the Holy Spirit. He poured out this Spirit on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that having been justified by His grace, we may become heirs with the hope of eternal life. Titus 3:4-7 HCSB
Tricia
St. Louis, Missouri
NIV
Hebrews 12:3
Consider him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will grow not weary and lose heart.
Listen to God in times of trouble, trust him to light your way, do not struggle to create your own path because he knows it.
Romans 10:9 and 10, NIV
That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved.
Tammy,
Ingleside, TX
Bonnie
Schuylkill Haven, PA
2 Corinthians 4:17 NIV
For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all.
Nancy, Rhinelander,Wi
Blessed is she who has believed, that what the Lord has said to her will be accomplished. Luke 1:45 NIV
And over all these virtues put on LOVE which binds them all together in perfect unity. Colossians 3:14 NIV
Kaci, Moultrie
“We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God: those who are called according to His purpose.”
Romans 8:28 HCSB
Eva from Derby, KS
My soul melteth for heaviness: strengthen thou me according unto thy word.
Psalm 119:28 KJV
It is good for me that I have been afflicted; that I might learn thy statues.
Psalm 119:71 KJV
Jenna, Sandusky.
I will sing of the lovingkindness of the Lord forever; to all generations I will make known Your faithfulness with my mouth. Psalm 89:1 NASB
May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us;
establish the work of our hands for us—
yes, establish the work of our hands. Psalm 90:17 NIV
Jennie, Seattle, But his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His law he meditates day and night. And he will become like a tree firmly planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither; and in whatever he does he prospers. Psalm 1:2-3, NASB