Hey, Darling Things! I was so happy to catch up with many of you yesterday! I was seriously thirsty for some time with you. If you didn’t tune in to the livestream but want to catch up, check the previous post. The video will stay up for a little while. It’s not at all too late to watch it and leave a comment with your 5-song playlist (on that post, not this one please!). That post is about trading in a spirit of despair for a garment of praise! If you’re game for that, jump back to the previous entry after you’ve left your memory verse here.
Man, oh, man, I was tested all day long yesterday on whether or not I’d permit Jesus to cover me with a garment of praise. Anybody else? The day wasn’t complete until I had car trouble. Oh, and I almost forgot to throw in here that Star and Geli were bound and determined to have my raccoon for supper. I screamed to high heaven and Keith ran out in the sticks barefooted in his maroon Texas A&M pajama pants and called them off. Why the police didn’t drive up to see if there had been domestic violence, I’ll never know. Laughing. Oh, mercy, ladies. We live real lives, don’t we? The kind where you unload a dishwater that was crammed full of dishes only to realize late into the massive unloading that they were still dirty. Blast it.
I’m praising our glorious God this morning while it is still dark outside, anticipating that over the next half hour the sun will rise on a brand new day and it will be a great one. A great one, indeed, Lord Jesus. Bring it. And show Your beautiful self to us in its course.
SO, SISTERS, IT’S TIME FOR OUR 5TH VERSE! You are jotted in my prayer journal this morning where I asked God to keep you steadfastly at the process and to give you joy and victory in it and to keep your soul alive and healthy in His Word. Do not grow weary in your well doing! Always keep in mind that we’re wearing our obsessive minds out on SOMETHING. It may as well be the Word of God with the power to build it back up! Your God did not give you a spirit of fear, Sweet Thing, but of…
POWER.
LOVE.
SELF CONTROL.
I thought maybe some of you could use some fresh ideas this round so I’m going to put a few extras in here today. Two of these are from the Psalm I read to you at the conclusion of the livestream yesterday. The beauty of the first selection is that it would count for both your Scriptures this month since it’s two verses. Now, mind you, you’d still have to document the second half of it on March 15th but that’s easy to do. Right? I felt like God put a word on my heart yesterday that some of us who are really struggling with the memorization process might be making it a bit harder than it has to be in some of our selections. Try to avoid over-complicating it when possible. Only choose a really complex portion when you feel like your life and sanity depend on it and, in that case, go for it with all your might and ask God to empower you to absorb it. OK, here goes:
(1) It is good to give thanks to the LORD, to sing praises to Your name, O Most High; (v.2) to declare Your steadfast love in the morning, and Your faithfulness by night. Psalm 92:1-4 ESV (See how easy those two would be, Sisters? And it would knock out your whole month of March!)
I’ll go ahead and choose the second one (out of the same Psalm) for my selection this March 1st. I’m choosing The NET Bible for my translation on this one because it makes me happy to use the word happy in a Bible verse. Thank you, Miss Shameless Sanguine.
Beth, Houston. “For You, O Lord, have made me HAPPY by Your work. I will sing for joy because of what You have done.” Psalm 92:4 The NET Bible
I’ll throw in one more because I jotted it down on an index card several months ago and set it on my desk at home where I can see it everyday while I’m having my quiet time. It hasn’t finished its work in me yet so, while it’s still on my mind, I’ll offer it up as one more possibility for some of you. I love, love, love this verse in The Message.
GOD, the Master, The Holy of Israel,
has this solemn counsel:
“Your salvation requires you to turn back to me
and stop your silly efforts to save yourselves.
Your strength will come from settling down
in complete dependence on me.” Isaiah 30:15 The Message
Well, amen to that.
I love you guys so much! That sun is just beginning to peak through the trees. It’s going to be a great day.
Tags: Scripture Memory 2013
Jaime Turner from Nederland, Texas
“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.” ~ Hebrews 12:1 (NIV)
Reanna
Cypress, CA – NIV
“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.”
Hebrews 13:8
Mindy- Andalusia, AL
And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.
Hebrews 11:6 NIV
Rhonda
Winchester,KY
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable – if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things.
Philippians 4:8 NIV
Tammy, Merryville, La
“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13 NKJV
Dear brothers and sisters in christ,when troubles come your way, consider it an oppurtunity for great joy. James1:2 Esv
Dana,Pace, FL
The heart of the righteous weighs its answers, but the mouth of the wicked gushes evil. Proverbs 15:28 NIV
Valerie M Fernandez Houston, TX “Now faith is the reality of what is hoped for, the proof of what is not seen. Hebrews 11:1 HSCB
Philippians 4:6. NLT
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.”
Acts 1:9 NIV
“one night the lord spoke to Paul in a vision;'” Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent.”
Acts 18:9 **
Dawn, Dubuque, IA
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Colossians 3:12 NIV
Deedi Kodak, TN
“Who is a God like you, pardoning iniquity and passing over transgression for the remnant of his inheritance? He does not retain his anger forever, because he delights in steadfast love. Micah 7:18, ESV
Liz, Nashua, NH
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Colossians 3:17 NIV
For nothing is impossible with God. Luke 1:37 NIV
Jana from Austin: For nothing is impossible with God. Luke 1:37 NIV
Abby Kaufman
Vacaville, CA
Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.
Hebrews 13:5, NIV
Mary Beth Allegood, GA
I think I missed posting some of these so I’m reposting… Internet issues… Sorry I’m late too
Verse 1: 1 Timothy 4:12 NLT
Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity.
Verse 2: 2 Timothy 1:7 HCSB
For God has not given us a spirit of fearfulness, but one of power, love, and sound judgement.
Verse 3: 2 Timothy 1:9 HCSB
He has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and grace, which was given to us in Christ Jesus before time began.
Verse 4: 2 Timothy 2:13 NLT
If we are unfaithful, He remains faithful, for He cannot deny who He is.
Verse 5: James 1:12 NIV
Blessed is the one who perserveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that The Lord has promised to those who love Him.
GOD, the Master, The Holy of Israel,has this solemn counsel: “Your salvation requires you to turn back to me and stop your silly efforts to save yourselves. Your strength will come from settling down in complete dependence on me.” Isaiah 30:15 The Message
Susan Decatur, IL
Heal me, LORD, and I will be healed;
Save me, and I will be saved,
For You are the one I praise.
Jeremiah 17:14
Amanda Frierson from Clinton, MS
“Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Matthew 6:34 NIV
Then they will rebuild the ancient ruins,
They will raise up the former devastations;
And they will repair the ruined cities,
The desolations of many generations.
Isaiah 61:4 NASB Karen, Conway AR
Luke 17:1-2 (MSG)
He said to his disciples, “Hard trials and temptations are bound to come, but too bad for whoever brings them on! Better to wear a millstone necklace and take a swim in the deep blue seas than give even one of these dear little ones a hard time.
Erin, Lolo, MT “Is anything too hard for the Lord?” Genesis 18:14
Susan from Clinton, MS
“Therefore since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run wit perseverance the race marked out for us. Let us fix our eyes on Jesus…” Romans 12:1
Kay, Little Rock, AR:
“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you by his poverty might become rich.”
2 Corinthians 8:9, ESV
Reneé Kelley form Houston, Tx:
” as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.”
2 Corinthians 4:18 ESV
Cora Lee from Nebraska: Psalms 67:1,2 “May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face shine upon us, that your ways may be known on earth, your salvation among all nations. NIV
Tanya, Kokomo, IN
“So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal 2 Cor 4:18 (NIV)
1 Thessalonians 5:18 NASB
In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
Moscow Mollie, March 1
May the Lord direct your hearts into the love of God and into the patience of Christ. 2 Thessalonians 3:5 nkj
Angie Simpson , Markham ON
If someone thinks he is religious yet does not bridle his tongue and so deceives his heart, his religion is futile . Pure and undefiled religion before God the Father is this: to are for orphans and widows in their misfortune and to keep oneself I unstained by the world.
James 1:26-27 NET
Sarah, Eureka, CA, I Peter 5:8,NIV
Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.
Cindy – Richmond, Va
” My sheep hear my voice and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. My father, who has given them to me, is greater than all, and no one is able to snatch them out of the Father’s hand.” John 10:27-29. ESV
Kim from Euless, TX
Lord , you are my God; I will exalt you and praise your name, for in perfect faithfulness you have done wonderful things, things planned long ago.
Isaiah 25:1 NIV
I am not looking for this comment to be posted but could not think of a better one for it to be asked under. Would it be possible to post the question of how people are being affected by their memorization? SSMT 2011 brought tremendous times of fear and I am finding this happening again as I undertake the challenge of memorization. It is unfounded fear but overwhelming at times. I was just wondering if I am alone in this or if it is time of attack in an attempt to distract from the commitment. Thank you.
Amanda, BC, Canada
GOD, the Master, The Holy of Israel,
has this solemn counsel:
“Your salvation requires you to turn back to me
and stop your silly efforts to save yourselves.
Your strength will come from settling down
in complete dependence on me.” Isaiah 30:15 The Message
Monica, Nampa Idaho. “Give thanks to him who made the heavens so skillfully. His faithful love endures forever.” Ps 136:5 NLT
Jodi, Sundown TX. Do not conform yourselves to the standards of this world, but let God transform you inwardly by a complete change of your mind. Then you will be able to know the will of God-what is good and is pleasing to him & is perfect. Romans 12:2 GNT
Gloria, Martinsburg, PA
But this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: the steadfast love of the LORD never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness. Lamentations 3:21-23 (ESV)
Melody, Chelsea, AL
Romans 8:18 NIV
I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.
Bevra, Midland, Tx, Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth. (John 17:17 NIV)
Cheney, Lawrenceburg TN
Whenever he sends out all of his own, he goes before them, and the sheep follow him because they know his voice.
John 10:4
(LEB)
Anna Beth Barnes
Hamburg, AR
Psalm 141:3-4 (NLT)
Take control of what I say, O LORD, and guard my lips. Don’t let me drift toward evil or take part in acts of wickedness. Don’t let me share in the delicacies of those who do wrong.
Shannon from Tallahassee, FL:
“Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, bu with God all things are possible.””
~ Matthew 19:26, NIV
Loribeth, Houston. For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace. Romans 8:6
Shay
Dallas
Lamentations 3:22, NIV
Because of the Lord’s great love for us, we are not consumed, for his compasssions never fail.
Kim, Brooklyn, knowing that whatever good anyone does, he will receive the same from the Lord, whether he is a slave or free. (Ephesians 6:8 NKJV)
Ann, Cataula, GA: “These are the words of the LORD: Stop at the cross-roads; look for the ancient paths; ask, “Where is the way that leads to what is good?” Then take that way, and you will find rest for yourselves. But they said, “We will not.” Jeremiah 6:16 (NEB)
Lezli, Columbus, GA
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. Philippians 2:3-4, NIV
Katie, Amarillo. “Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair and the wearing of gold jewelry and fine clothes. Instead, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.” 1 Peter 3:3-4 NIV1984