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
Hannah from Mt. Holly, NC
Psalm 86:11 (ESV) “Faithfulness SPRINGS up from the ground, and righteousness looks down from the sky.”
Sharon Ickes, North Plainfield, NJ
Philippians 4:4 NIV Rejoice in the Lord always, I will say it again: Rejoice!
Kristine, Welland, ON
“Make a careful exploration of who you are and the work you have been given, and then sink yourself into that. Don’t be impressed with yourself. Don’t compare yourself with others. Each of you must take responsibility for doing the creative best you can with your own life.”
Galations 6: 4,5 (Message)
“But I trust in You, O LORD; I say, “You are my God.” Psalm 31:14(NIV) Kristin, Clearwater, FL
Sarah, Texas
“Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new correction. The hold has passed away; Behold, the new has come.” 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV)
Yvonne, Riverside, CA
As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good in order to bring about this present result, to preserve many people alive. ~Genesis 50:20 (NASB)~
Cyndi, Lexington Ky
But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.
Luke 5:16 NIV
Susan from Beverly
Psalm 38:9 HCSB
Lord, my every desire is known to You; my sighing is not hidden from You.
Darcy, Clermont, FL.
So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. Galatians 5:16 NIV84
Mary H., Ardmore, AL
Psalm 92:4
For you, LORD, have made me glad through Your work; I will triumph in the works of your hands.
(NKJV)
Kathy,Danvers
Ephesians 3:16 NIV
I pray that out of His glorious riches He may strengthen you with power through His Spirit in your inner being,
Sherry, Deer Park
Psalm 51:11 Do not cast me from your presence or take your Holy Spirit from me. NIV
Kristin, Archbold, OH
A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back. Proverbs 29:11 ESV
Redeem me from man’s oppression, that I may keep Your precepts. Psalm 119: 134 ESV
Kristina Foster, Gardner, KS
Romans 12:8 (ESV)
the one who exhorts in his exhortation; the one who contributes, in generosity; the one who leads, with zeal; the one who does acts of mercy, with cheerfulness.
Linda from Stanley, WI
It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God – that is our righteousness, holiness and redemption. I Corn.1:30 NIV
Marcia Jordon – Fulton, Missouri
Galatians 5:1 (NIV84)
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.
Cheryl, Redlands, CA:
Deuteronomy 6:6-7 (NIV)
“These commandments that I give you today are to be upon your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.”
Sheila from Moncton, NB
‘ Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Do not cast me from Your presence and do not take Your Holy Spirit from me.’ Psalm 51: 10-11 NASB
Angela, Louisville KY
O Lord, I call upon You; hasten to me! Give ear to my voice when I call to You! Ps. 141:1 NASB
Amy
King, NC
Psalm 27:11 NIV
Teach me your way, O Lord, lead me in a straight path because of my oppressors.
Debra, Many,La.
“This is how we are sure that we have come to know Him: by keeping His commands.” 1 John 2:3 (HCSB)
D’Anne, Loganville, GA “Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.” (Hebrews 10:23 NIV)
Dawn Bowman, Denver CO
“…He is Risen! “…
Mark 16:6 NIV
Skeet Shiver from Monroe, Ga.
I Cor. 13:4-5 (NIV)
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.
Pat, Hilliard OH: “So give yourselves completely to God. Stand against the devil, and the devil will run from you.” James 4:7 (NCV)
RaeLeen in Greenwood; Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety. Many seek the rulers favor, but justice comes from the Lord. Proverbs 29:25-26 NLT
Stephanie, La Habra, CA “I was so foolish and ignorant…yet I still belong to you; you are holding my right hand. You will keep on guiding me with your counsel, leading me to a glorious destiny.” Ps 73: 22-24 NLT
Laura, Vernon, BC, Canada
“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
Romans 8:28 (NIV)
And we know that in ALL things God works
for the good of those who love Him, who
have been called according to His purpose.
Philippians 1:9 NIV
And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight,
Marrissa, Orlando, FL
Acts 20:24
“But I count my life of no value to myself, so that I may finish the course and the ministry I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify to the gospel of God’s grace”.
Heather from Owasso, Ok
Psalm 27:14 AMP
Wait and hope for and expect the Lord; be brave and of good courage and let your heart be stout and enduring. Yes, wait for and hope and expect the Lord.
Gwen, kennsaw,GA, Hebrews 13:8 (NLT)
Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.
Sandie from Red Deer, Alberta
O Lord, you are so good, so ready to forgive,
so full of unfailing love for all who ask for your help
NLT
Kim, Fredericksburg, VA
Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.
Proverbs 3:3, NIV
Tesa
Perry,Ga.
For by your words you will be acquitted and by your words you will be condemned.
Matthew 12:37
Debbie, Moultrie,Ga:
Psalm 14:1 KJV
The fool hath said in his heart,”There is no God.”
Emily Jordan
Virginia Beach, VA
In the morning, LORD, You hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before You and wait expectantly.
Psalm 5:3 (NIV)
Heather, Hot Springs, AR, Psalm 25:7, AMP
“Remember not the sins of my youth or my transgressions; according to Your mercy and steadfast love remember me, for Your goodness’ sake, O Lord.”
Kim, Victoria, TX
“But seek his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well.” Luke 12:31 NIV
Christy from Hahira, GA
“I can do all things through Him who gives me strength.”
Philippians 4:13 (NIV)
Erin
Atlanta, GA
42 “Look at my servant, whom I strengthen.
He is my chosen one, who pleases me.
I have put my Spirit upon him.
He will bring justice to the nations.
2 He will not shout
or raise his voice in public.
3 He will not crush the weakest reed
or put out a flickering candle.
He will bring justice to all who have been wronged.
4 He will not falter or lose heart
until justice prevails throughout the earth.
Even distant lands beyond the sea will wait for his instruction.”
Isaiah 42:1-4
Lisa M, Davidsville, PA
The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me, because the LORD has anointed me to bring good news to the poor; he has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to those who are bound
Isaiah 61:1 ESV
Kalonni, Van Meter, Iowa: “Brothers, as an example of patience in the face of suffering, take the prophets who spoke in the name of the Lord.” James 5:10
Chelsia, Waverly MN
“She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life.” Proverbs 31:12 (NIV)
Heidi ~ Lindale, Texas
Proverbs 29:11 NIV
“A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man keeps himself under control.”
Philippians 4:13 NKJV
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
Tonya from Campbellton, TX
Psalm 121
King James Version (KJV)
121 I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help.
2 My help cometh from the Lord, which made heaven and earth.
3 He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber.
4 Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep.
5 The Lord is thy keeper: the Lord is thy shade upon thy right hand.
6 The sun shall not smite thee by day, nor the moon by night.
7 The Lord shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.
8 The Lord shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.
Katie, Madison, “Devote yourself to prayer keeping alert in it with an attitude of thanksgiving.” Colossians 4:2 NASB