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
Paula, Brownwood, Texas
“You’re blessed when you’re content with just who you are-no more, no less. That’s the moment you find yourselves proud owners of everything that can’t be bought.
“You’re blessed when you’ve worked up a good appetite for God. He’s food and drink in the best meal you’ll ever need.
Matthew 5:5-6. MSG
Bethany in Katy, TX
Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose trust is in the Lord. He is like a tree planted by water that sends out it’s roots by the stream and does not fear when heat comes, for it’s leaves remain green, and it is not anxious in the year of drought, for it does not cease to bear fruit.
Jeremiah 17:7-8 ESV
Ainslie, Columbia SC
“But the meek will inherit the land and enjoy peace and prosperity.” Psalm 37:11 NIV
Tracy Carden
Whitesburg, TN
Do not be agitated by evil doers. Psalm 37:1 HCSB 2009
Marlise – Ponte Vedra Beach,FL
“Love never gives up, mever loses faith, is always hopeful,and endures through every circumstance”
I Corinthians 13:7 (NLT)
Galatians 5:16 ESV
So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature.
Galatians 5:16
Michael Ann from Irvine, CA
Psalm 73:25&26 NIV
Whom have I in heaven but you?
And earth has nothing I desire besides you.
My flesh and my heart may fail,
but God is the strength of my heart
and my portion forever.
Mollyanne, Athens, GA
“Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence?”
Psalm 139:7 NIV
(Memorizing Psalm 139 in honor of my baby girl, due in 6 weeks!
Sandy, Bryan, Ohio
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.
Psalms 34:18 NLT
Lisa (Austin, TX)
James 1:22 (NIV)
Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.
Katie, Greenville
Romans 2:25 NIV
“They exchanged the truth of God for a lie, and worshipped and served created things rather than the Creator – who is forever praised. Amen.”
Jenny, Houston, Texas
The Sovereign Lord is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer,he enables me to tread on the heights.
Habakkuk 3:19 (NIV)
Caroline, Houston, TX
“Cease striving and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.”
Darcy, Rosenberg, Texas “A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back.” Proverbs 29:11 ESV
Kari (Amery, WI)
I Peter 4:8 NIV
Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.
Christy from Holland:
“Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Lord is the everlasting God the creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary and his understanding no one can fathom.” Isiah 40:28, NIV
Jennifer, Tyler
Psalm 27:13 Good News
“I know that I will live to see the Lord’s goodness in this present life.”
Shirleen, Greenville, SC
John 14:1 (NKJV) “Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me.”
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 NLT
For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. (Hebrews 4:12 NIV)
Jackie, Mobile, AL
“He will give discernment to the one who makes judicial decisions, and strength to those who defend the city from attackers.”
-Isaiah 28:6 NET
Ruby, Oak Harbor, WA.
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Philippians 2:3 NIV
Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all His benefits-
Who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases.
Who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion.
Who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.
The Lord works righteousness and justice for all the oppressed.
Psalm 103:2-6 NIV
Ashley Edwards
Dallas, Ga
The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. John testifies concerning Him, “This is He of whom I said, ‘He who comes after me has surpassed me because He was before me.'”
John 1:14-15
Cassandra-Bridgeport, Ohio
“Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it and it will be yours” Mark 11:24 NIV
“Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, of the devil. For where you have envy and selfish ambition there you find disorder and every evil practice.” James 3:15-16 (NIV)
Carol
Carthage, NY
“One thing I ask of the LORD,
this is what I seek:
that I may dwell in the house of the LORD
all the days of my life,
to gaze upon the beauty of the LORD
& seek him in his temple.
Psalm 27:4 NIV1984
Sue – Troy, Michigan – “Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, of the devil. For where you have envy and selfish ambition there you find disorder and every evil practice.” James 3:15-16 (NIV)
Susan Marie from Houston, TX
But you will not leave in haste
or go in flight;
for the Lord will go before you,
the God of Israel will be your rear guard.
Isaiah 52:12 NIV
Leigh from Vista, Ca
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 The NET Bible
Kristin Ditto, Winnsboro, Texas
“…accepting one another and forgiving one another if anyone has a complaint against another. Just as The Lord has forgiven you, so you must also forgive.” Colossians 3:13. hCSB
Kathryn, Oceanside CA, “Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord” Psalm 27:14 NIV
Vickie in Louisville: I will bless her with abundant provisions; her poor I will satisfy with food. Psalm 132:15 NIV
DIANA FROM BRIDGE CITY TX:
NIV: 2 Peter 3:9
The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.
Paula, OKC, OK. “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die.” John 11:25 NIV
Michele, Naperville, IL “Search me, O God, and know my heart, test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.”
-Psalm 139:23-24 NIV
Amanda, Clinton, MO
My son, do not forget my teaching but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring peace and prosperity.
Proverbs 3:1-2 NIV
Beth
Vancouver Canada
“The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me,because the Lord has anointed me to preach 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
Shannon, Mandeville
“But the plans of the Lord stand firm forever; the purposes of his heart through all generations”. TNIV
Ps. 33:11
Sarah, Oklahoma City, Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. (James 1:2-4 NIV)
Amy Storms
Santa Clarita, CA
…and provide for those who grieve in Zion–to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor.
Isaiah 61:3, NIV
Christie from Plano, Texas
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.”
James 1:5 (NIV)
Christine, Leawood, Belated post #5 “The cords of death surrounded me, and the streams of ungodliness and the torrents of ruin terrified me.” Psalm 18:4 Amplified
Belated post #6 “The cords of Sheol surrounded me; the snares of death confronted and came upon me.” Psalm 18:5 Amplified
Post #7 “In my distress (when seemingly closed in) I called upon the Lord and cried to my God; He heard my voice out of His temple and my cry came before HIm, into His very ears.” Psalm 18:6 Amplified
Chandler, Arizona
“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” John 15.5 (NIV)
Meagan, Bedford, TX
“Every word of God will be put to the test and proven true; He is a defense for those who trust in Him.” Proverbs 30:5 (The Voice)
Laura from Nokia, Finland
“Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety. Many seek the ruler’s favor, but justice comes from the Lord.” (Proverbs 29:25, 26 NLT)
Beth Love, Newtown
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” (Matthew 5:16 ESV)
Donna, Glendale AZ
” For I can do everything through Christ who gives me strength”
NLT Philippians 4:13
Mollie from Northwest Arkansas
“He alone is my rock and my salvation, my stronghold; I will never be shaken.” Psalm 62:2 NLT
Michele ~ Kenosha, WI
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