Hey, all of you lovely things! It’s nearly Spring and we’re all the way to verse 6! You are doing fabulously, Sisters. We are still THOUSANDS strong on this Scripture memory team. Thousands of Swords drawn and in the hands of women who want to love and not hate, build up and not destroy, rejoice because our God is faithful and not throw ourselves in the nearest ditch because life is hard. And, boy, is it.
I think God has given me something that could be a tad fun to do this time around. Since we started off the week here on the blog talking about clothes, what do you say we end it that way? For those of you who want to come alongside this theme with me, I’m throwing out three different Scriptures about clothing ourselves. You are still welcome to do your own selections as always but, just in case some of you were still in decision-mode and this sounded fitting (pardon the pun), come along with me into the closet of Scripture and let’s come out some well-dressed women of God! I’m offering the first two selections to you in two different versions so you can choose which one resonates most.
Colossians 3:12-13 (NIV) — (As you can see, this one includes two Scriptures. You’d only need to choose one of these for Verse 6 but I thought just maybe somebody could use a fresh, strong exhortation to forgive as you’ve been forgiven. I don’t know about you but that verse is never wasted on me. If you’d like, you could do the first verse for #6 and the second verse for #7.)
12Â Therefore, as Godâs chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13Â Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.
12Â Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with a heart of mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, 13Â bearing with one another and forgiving one another, if someone happens to have a complaint against anyone else. Just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also forgive others.
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Now for the second set of verses on clothing ourselves. Sometimes we need to clothe ourselves in humility before we try clothing ourselves to no avail with compassion. Our pride is usually reason #1 that we don’t feel compassionate. At least it has been for me.
1 Peter 5:5 (NIV)
In the same way, you who are younger, submit yourselves to your elders. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, âGod opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.â
1 Peter 5:5 (The NET Bible)
In the same way, you who are younger, be subject to the elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.
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And you’ve just GOT to love Luke 24:49 in view of our clothing theme this week! Here’s the third selection out of the closet of Scripture, straight from the mouth of our Lord Jesus Christ:
Luke 24:49 NIV
 I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.
Luke 24:49 The NET Bible
And look, I am sending you what my Father promised. But stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.â
Power from on high! Bless His most holy Name.
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So there you have it! Three gorgeous jackets to wear. Which one do you need to wrap around you most right now? Do you need to be clothed with compassion? Humility? Power?? He’s got you covered. But just like we do each morning, we’ve got to get dressed on purpose.
Here’s what I’ve been thinking about in view of our clothing theme. Remember all those jackets in my 5+ Year Club? Several of them I’d had for ten solid years and I’m still wearing them. When it comes to tangible clothing, that can be good stewardship. But sometimes we can do the same kind of thing spiritually and emotionally and it’s not pretty. We can keep wearing the same old jacket…
…of anger
…or of bitterness
…or of negativity
…or of chronic disappointment
…or of sensuality
…or of desperation
and we’re so used to wearing it that we throw it on automatically, without giving a thought to the fact that we really could have a whole new wardrobe. It might be time we changed the way we dressed. And this whole new incredibly expensive wardrobe of compassion, humility, and anointing has already been paid for. And it’s in your size and mine.
Yep. I’m in the mood for some new clothes.
Beth, Houston. Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with a heart of mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, bearing with one another and forgiving one another, if someone happens to have a complaint against anyone else. Just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also forgive others. Colossians 3:12-13 The NET Bible
OK, Sisters! Let’s have it! What are you memorizing this time around???
PS. LifeWay Women’s All Access Blog did the funniest thing. They dug into the Living Proof Live archives and pulled out pictures of every single one of those jackets in Monday’s post. Some of you might get a kick out of it. Here’s the link: The Proof Is In The Jacket.
Tags: Scripture Memory 2013
Phyllis
Gilmer, TX
Genesis 18:14 NIV
Is anything to hard for the Lord?
Kaydi from Arlington, TX
Psalms 73:26 NET
My flesh and my heart may grow weak, but God always protects my heart and gives me stability.
Kim Dyck Osler, Sask. Canada
Zephaniah 3:17 NIV Study Bible
The Lord your God is with you. He is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you. He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing.
Rebecca, Chattanooga, TN
As for man, his days are like grass; he flourishes like a flower of the field; for the wind passes over it, and it is gone, and its place knows it no more. But the steadfast love of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting on those who fear him, and his righteousness to children’s children, to those who keep his covenant and remember to do his commandments. The Lord has established his throne in the heavens, and his kingdom rules over all. (Psalms 103:15-19 ESV)
Helena, Highlands Ranch, CO
For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. (2 Timothy 1:7 NIV)
Hannah. Southwest,Ohio. “A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.” Ephesians 6:10 NLT
MaryDinPhoenixAZ
I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.
Phil 3:14 NASB
Debbie Newberg, OR-
I will Praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, and that my soul knows well. ~Psalm 139:14 NKJV
Kim
New Port Richey, FL
Proverbs 3:9-10 NLt
“Honor the Lord with your wealth and the best part of everything your land produces. Then He will fill your barns with grain and your vats will overflow with the finest wines.”
Holly Novak, Amarillo, TX
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.” Proverbs 1:7
Patty B, Marysville, OH
Proverbs 12:18 NIV
Reckless words pierce like a sword, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.
Summer J., Crystal, MN
“The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save;
he will rejoice over you with gladness;
he will quiet you by his love;
he will exult over you with loud singing.”
Zephaniah 3:17, ESV
Hannah – New Albany, IN
(Luke 24:49 NIV)
“I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.”
Sherry, Moore, OK âWake up, O sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on youâŠDo not be foolish but understand what Godâs will is.â (Eph. 5: 14, 17) NIV
Robin, Oak Harbor, Washington
Ephesians 6:16
New International Version (NIV)
16 In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one.
Johannah, Alexandria, LA
“The Lord will send a blessing on your barns and on everything you put your hand to. The Lord your God will bless you in the land he is giving you.” Deuteronomy 28:8 NIV
Teresah Redmond, OR
“The man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence indeed is the LORD is blessed.” Jeremiah 17:7 HCSB
Who Is Wise And Understanding Among You? Let Them Show It By Their Good Life, By Deeds Done In The Humility That Comes From Wisdom. James 3:13 NIV
Emily Byrd; Baton Rouge, LA
Finally brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence or anything worthy if praise, dwell in these things.
Philippians 4:8, New Anerican Standard Version
Shelly~Golden, CO
Zechariah 9:16-17 (NIV)
The Lord their God will save his people on that day
as a shepherd saves his flock.
They will sparkle in his land
like jewels in a crown.
Dianna
Lolo MT
1 Peter 5:5 (NIV)
In the same way, you who are younger, submit yourselves to your elders. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, âGod opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.â
Psalm 63:9 NIV
They who seek my life will be destroyed: they will go down to the depths of the earth.
Oops! Linda, Holts Summit, MO
Mandy in Byram, MS
Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with a heart of mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.”
Colossians 3:12 NET
Lacey, Katy Tx 1 Peter 4:10 NIV Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in it’s various forms.
Karen D, Martinsville, NJ
I will betroth you to Me forever;
Yes, I will betroth you to Me
in righteousness and in justice,
in lovingkindness and in compassion.
And I will betroth you to Me in faithfulness,
Then you shall know the LORD.
Hosea 2:19-20
NASB
Kate Chalker
Highland , ca
Hebrews 12:28-29 NLT
Since we are receiving a Kingdom that is unshakable, let us be thankful and please God by worshiping him with holy fear and awe. For our God is a devouring fire.
Brenda from Southern Maryland
To you, O God of my fathers, I give thanks and praise, for you have given me wisdom and might, and have now made known to me what we asked of you, for you have made known to us the kingâs matter.â Â Â Daniel 2:23 (ESV)
Ashley from CO. ~ Ecclesiastes 8:1 (ESV)
“Who is like the wise? And who knows the interpretation of a thing? A man’s wisdom makes his face shine, and the hardness of his face is changed.”
Kristin A. in Renton, WA (still working on James memorization)
“My brothers, show no partiality as you hold the faith in our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory.”
-James 2:1 ESV
Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come. (Proverbs 31:25 KJV)
emi, white house: “Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with a heart of mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience, bearing with one another and forgiving one another, if someone happens to have a complaint against anyone else. Just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also forgive others. And to all these virtues add love, which is the perfect bond.” Colossians 3:12-14 NET
Brenda, Chicago – Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, (Romans 8:1 NIV)
1Corinthians 13:6 NLT
It (love) is never glad about injustice, but always rejoices whenever the truth wins out.
Isaiah 61:11 NIV
For as the soil makes the sprout come up and a garden causes seeds to grow, so the Sovereign Lord will make righteousness and praise spring up before all nations.
Amy Gossen
Carthage, MO
For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you. (Isaiah 41:13 NIV)
Jessica- Trenton, TX
Romans 12:9 (RSV)
Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good;
Crystal Johnson from Columbia, SC~
“Place me like a seal over your heart, like a seal on your arm. For love is as strong as death, its jealousy as enduring as the grave. Love flashes like fire, the brightest kind of flame.” Song of Solomon 8:6 (NLT)
Tracey, Encinitas
I will wait for you, oh You my strength, for God is my defense.
Psalm 59:9
Rosemary Forney,tx let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the edifying,that it may minister grace unto the hearers. Ephesians 4:29 kjv
“So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” 2 Corinthians 4:18 NIV…Dusti from Van Buren, Arkansas
Psalm 19:14…”Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, oh LORD, my rock and my redeemer.” ESV Martha from Van Buren, Arkansas
Romans 15:13
Dawn in MOnett, MO
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
According as he hath chosen us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before him in love: (Ephesians 1:4 KJV)
Brandie, Kearney NE:
“I have strength for all things in Christ Who empowers me [I am ready for anything and equal to anything through Him Who infuses inner strength into me; I am self-sufficient in Christ’s sufficiency].” Phil 4:13 Amplified
Dena K. from Columbus, OH:
I have swept away your sins like a cloud. I have scattered your offenses like the morning mist. Oh, return to me, for I have paid the price to set you free.â (Isaiah 44:22 NLT)
And also…
âIâyes, I aloneâwill blot out your sins for my own sake and will never think of them again. (Isaiah 43:25 NLT)
Christine watts
Branchland wa
KJV James I:9-10
9. Let the brother of lo degree rejoice in that he is exalted.
10. But the rich in that he is made low because of the flower of the guess he shall pass away.
Carrie, Tuscaloosa, AL
” Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
Romans 15:13 NASB
Mildred, Montserrat.
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness amd patience. Colossians 3:12 NIV
Kerri Foster, Lakeland FL
2 Samuel 22:2-3 NIV
“2 He said: âThe LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; 3 my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation. He is my stronghold, my refuge and my saviorâ from violent people you save me.”
For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Romans 8:38-39 (NIV)
Tracy from Aurora, CO
Janet
Murphy, NC
March memory work
16 Do not be deceived, my beloved brothers.
17 Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.
18 Of his own will he brought us forth by the word of truth, that we should be a kind of firstfruits of his creatures.
19 Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger;
20 for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God.
21 Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive with meekness the implanted word, which is able to save your souls.