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
Sarah, Wichita Falls TX
Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.
Psalm 51:10 NIV
Cyndi, Centreville, VA
“but whoever drinks of the water that I shall give him will never thirst; the water that I shall give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life.”
John 4:14 (RSV)
Tammy, Lawrenceville, 1 Peter 5:9 NIV But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His wonderful light.
Gabby, Lake View, N.Y.
See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and basic principles of this world rather than on Christ. Colossians 2:8 NIV
Suzanne, Centreville, VA
Rejoice in hope; be patient in affliction; be persistent in prayer. Romans 12:12 (HCSB)
Lindsay- St. John’s MI
Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come. She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue. (Proverbs 31:25, 26 ESV)
Julia, Flower Mound, TX
Teach me your way, O Lord, and I will walk in your truth; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name. I will praise you, O Lord my God, with all my heart; I will glorify your name forever.
Psalm 86:11-12 NIV
Psalm 103:4 (hscb)
He redeems your life from the pit, He crowns you with faithful love and compassion.
Hiram, GA (Soon to be Ft. Worth, Texas). “Arise! For this matter is your responsibility, but we will be with you; be courageous and act.” Ezra 10:4, NASB.
Psalm 19:7,8
The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul.
The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy,
making wise the simple.
The precepts of the Lord are right,
giving joy to the heart.
The commands of the Lord are radiant,
giving light to the eyes,
NIV
The Woodlands, TX
“Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill His promises to her.”
Luke 1:34 (NIV)
Correction: Luke 1:45 (NIV)
Kristi, Pensacola, FL:
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
Phil 4:6, NIV
Catherine. Houston, TX.
Isaiah 40:31
But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Isaiah 40:31 (NIV)
Debbie Elrod, Seymour, TN
Romans 12:4
New International Version (NIV)
For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function,
Lori-Anne, Exeter, 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
Susan in Westfield, IN
Ephesians 4:29 NRSV
Let no evil talk come out of your mouths, but only what is useful for building up,[b] as there is need, so that your words may give grace to those who hear.
Rachel, Alpharetta, Ga
For the foolishness of God is wiser than human wisdom, and the weakness of God is stronger than human strength. 1Corinthians 1:25
Brittany, Griffin. “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1 NIV)
Susan. Nashville, TN. Open my eyes, that I may behold wonderful things from your law. Psalm 119:18 (NASB)
Jen, Katy, TX
He who has knowledge spares his words, And a man of understanding is of a calm spirit.
Proverbs 17:27 NKJV
Kalispell, Montana Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avail much. James 5:16 NKJ
Karen, Cheyenne, WY
Ephesians 2:8-9 “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast.” (NIV)
Linda Greene NY
Eph.1:17-18 NIV
I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. 18) I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints.
Stephanie, Fort Worth, TX “Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. This I declare about the LORD: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God, and I trust him.”
Psalm 91:1-2 (NLT)
Chanda, Roanoke, IN: Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. James 4:8
Deborah, Markham, VA
“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.”
– Proverbs 16:3 (NIV)
Mary Ann, Lynchburg, VA: Hebrews 3:7-8 Therefore, as the Holy Spirit says: “Today, if you will hear His voice,do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion, In the day of trial in the wilderness”
Rosi Lovell
Hopkinsville, KY
James 1:19-20 NIV
My dear brothers and sisters take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires.
1 John 4:18 ESV “There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.”
Meghan, Niles
Kim, Victoria, TX
Moses answered the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today.”
Exodus 14:13 NIV
Laura from Chisago City, MN
Exodus 20:9-10 (NIV)
“Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a sabbath to the LORD your God. On it you shall not do any work, neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your male or female servant, nor your animals, nor any foreigner residing in your towns.”
Tina, Knoxville, ‘So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.’ Isiah 41:10
NIV84
Deanna – Safford, AZ
You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance.
Psalm 32:7 (NIV84)
Portland, TX
The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
Psalms 34:17-18
Mary, Indian Head, MD
If anyone thinks himself to be religious,
And yet does not bridle his tongue
But deceives his own heart, this man’s
religion is worthless.
James 1:26 (NASB)
Lori, Toledo,
Hebrews 4:16 NIV 1984
“Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”
Jody, Locust Grove “And The Lord shall guide thee continually, and satisfy thy soul in drought, and make fat thy bones: and thou shalt be like a watered garden, and like a spring of water, whose waters fail not.” Isaiah 58:11kjv
Crystal Johnson, Columbia, SC…
“My comfort in my suffering is this: Your promise preserves my life.” Psalms 119:50 (NIV)
Emily, Shreveport, LA
For the LORD your God is living among you. He is a mighty savior. He will take delight in you with gladness. With his love, he will calm all your fears. He will rejoice over you with joyful songs.”
Zephaniah 3:17 NLT
Allysa from Olathe, KS
“Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.”
Ephesians 5:1-2, ESV
Lori from Athens, Ga.:
Psalm 143:8 (NIV)
“Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you.
Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life.”
Barb P. Kansas City, Mo.
And he brought us out from there, that he might bring us in and give us the land that he swore to give our fathers.
Deut.6:23 ESV
Kim, Marysville, OH
Eph 3:20-21 (ESV)
20 Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us,
21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.
San Angelo, TX
Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble. (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, NLT)
Sandi
Niv
Hebrews 13:8
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, and today, and forever.
Cat
San Antonio, Texas
Jude 1:9 ESV
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.”
Ft. Pierce
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)
Psalm 71:7,8 NIV
7. I have become a sign to many; you are my strong refuge.
8. My mouth is filled with your praise, declaring your splendor all day long.
Teresa Sherer, Apex, NC
For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well. (Psalm 139: 13-14 ESV)
Elyse- Katy, Tx
Psalm 19:14 (NIV)
“May these words of my mouth and these meditations of my heart be pleasing to you Lord, my rock and my redeemer.”