Hey, Everyone!
Praise God, He is still risen on Monday! I trust that your Resurrection Sunday was so full of Jesus. This was our second Easter as a church at Bayou City Fellowship and all of our services were filled to the brim, not only with people but also with hope. I love this time of year so much. I cannot think of anything in existence that exceeds the implications of the empty tomb: not the heavens above you, not the earth beneath your feet, not a single school or workplace, nor the blackest heart or most broken mind. No power nor principality can roll that stone back over the mouth of that tomb. Come one, come all. Come while there is still time. Come to Jesus.
I only have a few minutes on here today because Jackson and Annabeth are at my house, each playing within feet of me. (Right where I want them, needless to say.) Annabeth just put her baby doll in my lap and said, “Bibby, you need to change her diaper. She pottied in her pants.” So, there you go. As much as I’d like to linger on here with you today, obviously this is not the time. Diapers need changing around this place.
In the meantime, you and I have arrived at Verse 7! Our Scripture memory year is rolling like a freight train. We’re starting to flip those spirals now, Sisters! Don’t you grow weary. We have a lot ahead to celebrate! In case you like seasonal verses, these might be a few options this time around. (I’m grinning while writing these but if there’s anything we don’t want to be, Sister, it’s the Old Testament’s take on a fool. Today or ever.)
Psalm 14:1 — The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.”
and
Proverbs 12:15 — The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice.
and
Proverbs 29:11 — A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back.
Then again, the New Testament gives a whole new twist to the idea of foolishness. This is the verse I’m selecting this time around.
Beth, Houston. But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong. 1 Corinthians 1:27 ESV
And that’s the only reason I have the privilege to serve you.
Merciful One, You turned the world upside down.
Let’s hear your 7th verses, Sisters!
Tags: Scripture Memory 2013
No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws him: and I will raise him up on the last day. John 6:44 NIV
Gina-Rosamond,Ca
“Fools give full vent to their rage,
but the wise bring calm in the end.”
Proverbs 29:11 NIV
Heflin al
In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:6 niv
Lisa Coody, Kathleen, GA
Colossians 3:2 NIV “Set your mind on things above, not on earthly things.”
Amy, Birmingham, AL
Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as The Lord forgave you.
Col. 3:13 (NIV)
Elizabeth McInerney, Novato, CA
“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 Thessalonians 2:8 (NIV)
Pat C S Burlington, VT
But do not forget this one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years and a thousand years are like a day. II Peter 3:8
Melissa Ens, Trujillo, PERU
Isaías 12:2-3(NVI) ¡Dios es mi salvación! Confiaré en él y no temeré. El Señor es mi fuerza, el Señor es mi canción; ¡él es mi salvación! Con alegría sacarán ustedes agua de las fuentes de la salvación.
Stephanie Kilper, Stow Ohio
The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me,
because the Lord has anointed me
to proclaim good news to the poor.
He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted,
to proclaim freedom for the captives
and release from darkness for the prisoners
Isaiah 61:1 NIV
DeeDee in Tallahassee — “The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice.” Proverbs 12:15 NIV
John 7:24 NLT
Look beneath the surface so you can judge correctly.”
Christina Fort Worth
The one who peers into the perfect law of liberty and fixes his attention there, and does not become a forgetful listener but one who lives it out – he will be blessed in what he does.
James 1:25 NET
Theresa from Tenaha, Tx
I will instruct you and teach you in the way you
Should go. Psalm 32:8 NIV
Laura, Boone NC
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever. (Psalms 23:6 ESV)
Christy, Karen, Cheryl A Cord of Three Strands
Jay, OK
Romans 15:5-6 NIV
May the God of endurance and encouragement give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus,so that with one heart and mouth you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Kathy, Houston, TX
Isaiah 2:17 (ESV)
And the haughtiness of man shall be humbled, and the lofty pride of men shall be brought low, and the Lord alone will be exalted in that day.
Tess
Cartersville, GA
Hebrews 12:3 NASB
For consider Him who has endured such hostility by sinners against Himself, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.
Angie G.
Albertville, AL
My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit, and so prove to be My disciples.
John 15:8 NASB
Weatherford, OK
I missed the last time, so two for me this time:
“And so I tell you, keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you. (Luke 11:9 NLT)
This is what the Lord says— your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: “I am the Lord your God, who teaches you what is good for you and leads you along the paths you should follow.
(Isaiah 48:17 NLT)
Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ Matthew 22:37 NIV
Zephaniah 3:17 (NIV)
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.”
Barbara Moran
Celebration, FL
but they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31, ESV
Tiffany-Dallas, GA
Psalm 51:10-12 NIV
Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and grant me a willing spirit to sustain me.
Laura Humphreys
Savannah, GA
Philippians 2:14 “Do everything without complaining or arguing” (NIV)
For those who are according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who are according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. Romans 8:5
Sarah Whitt, Fort Worth, TX
“The tongue that heals is a tree of life, but a devious tongue breaks the spirit.”
Proverbs 15:4 HCSB
Rhonda from Jonesboro, AR
Phil 4:19 (kjv)
But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
Michelle, Chester NJ. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. Colossians 3:13 NIV
Christina, Lancaster, CA
When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions with kindness.
Proverbs 31:26 NLT
Decatur, Alabama: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” 2 Corinthians 5:17 ESV
Niv. 4-1-2013. Phil. 4-13. I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength!
Allison from Cincinnati
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.
Joshua 1:9 NIV
Rebecca, Raleigh, NC “Then He opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures.” Luke 24:45 NIV
Mary Ann, Woodbury, MN
Rend your heart and not your garments. Return
to the Lord your God, for he is gracious and compassionate,
slow to anger and abounding in love
and he relented from sending calamity.
Joel 2:13
Maggie, Seattle, WA
“Fools give full vent to their rage, but the wise bring calm in the end.” -Proverbs 29:11 (NIV)
(Thanks for the suggestion, Beth!)
Susan, Overland Park, KS
“Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day.” 2Cor. 4:16 NIV84
Melanie in Amherst, MA
The Lord makes poor and rich;
He brings low, He also exalts.
I Samuel 2:7 NASB
Nona from Poplar Bluff, Mo.
“And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints.” Ephesians 6:18 NIV
Susan,Fairhope,AL-Whatever happens,conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Philippians 1:27 (NIV)
Diane, Wood River, IL – I have 2 because we are doing the study of David and when I did my homework yesterday, Sister Beth challenged us to memorize Romans 6:6. Thank you for the stretch goal!
Romans 6:6 (KJV) – Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin. (KJV) and
Isaiah 53:6 (NKJV) – All we like sheep have gone astray;
We have turned, every one, to his own way;
And the LORD has laid on Him the iniquity of us all.
“I tell you,” he replied, “if they keep quiet, the stones will cry out.”. Luke 19:40 NIV
Jodell, Frankfort
Lisa, Wylie,Tx
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 3:13 NET
Karen from Powell, OH
Isaiah 40:30 (NIV)
Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall;
Meredith from Columbus, Ohio: “Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift all of you as wheat. But I have prayed for you, Simon, that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.” -Luke 22:31-32 (NIV)
Jeremiah 29:11 The Message
I know what I’m doing. I have it all planned out—plans to take care of you, not abandon you, plans to give you the future you hope for.
Luke 12:25-26 NLT
“Can all your worries add a single Moment to your life? And if worry can’t accomplish a little thing like that, what’s the use of worrying over bigger things?
Susan Mahnel, Locust Grove VA
Mark 16:5-7 NLT
5 When they entered the tomb, they saw a young man clothed in a white robe sitting on the right side. The women were shocked, 6 but the angel said, “Don’t be alarmed. You are looking for Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He isn’t here! He is risen from the dead! Look, this is where they laid his body. 7 Now go and tell his disciples, including Peter, that Jesus is going ahead of you to Galilee. You will see him there, just as he told you before he died.”
Jennifer ~ Garland, TX
Finally, brothers, 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. Phil. 4:8 NIV84
Traci in MN
2Corinthians 5:21 (NIV)
God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.
This verse was the verse of the day yesterday in church and has been in my heart all day.
Laura, Englewood. You know when I sit and rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar. Psalm 139:2 NIV84