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
Chandel, in Thailand
Psalm 86:11-Teach me your way, O LORD, that I may walk in your truth; unite my heart to fear your name.
Kaydi from Arlington, TX
Psalm 139:13 NET
Certainly you made my mind and heart; you wove me together in my mother’s womb.
Brandi, Fort Worth, TX
1 Thess 5:23 nasb
Now may the God of peace himself sanctify you entirely; and may your spirit and soul and body be preserved complete, without blame at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ
NKJV. Phil. 4:13:”I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me”.
Kristen
Indianapolis, IN
Do not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing
~ Hebrews 10:25a NIV
Janice. Euless Texas
I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from your commands. (Psalm 119:10 NIV)
Proverbs 3:6 KJV
In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct thy paths.
Jodi, Sundown TX, The Lord your God is in your midst; he is a warrior who can deliver. He takes great delight in you; he renews you by his love; he shouts for joy over you.” Zephaniah 3:17 NET
Andrea, Sioux Falls, SD I know I am a day late but still wanted to post…”Let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body & spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.” 2 Corinth 7:1 NIV
Ephesians 6:17 NIV Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.
Maly, Marysville, OH
For God alone my soul waits in silence; from him comes my salvation. He only is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be greatly shaken. (Psalms 62:1-2 ESV)
Amanda Grasza, Calgary, Alberta
“I will go before you and will level the mountains; I will break down gates of bronze and cut through bars of iron.” Isaiah 45:2 NIV
jujie robinson, warner robins,ga Do not be anxious about anything,but in every situation,by prayer and petition,with thanksgiving,present your requests to God. Phil 4:6 NIV
Rachelle – Cedar Park, TX: Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God. (1Cor. 4:5 – NIV)
Kate from Windsor, PA
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
~Matthew 11:28 NIV
Christy, Monroe, GA
“But you, dear friends, build yourselves up in your most holy faith and pray in the Holy Spirit. Keep yourselves in God’s love as you wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you to eternal life.” Jude 20-21 (NIV)
Mildred from Montserrat.
Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you have a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. Colossians 3:13 (NIV)
Heather – Shokan, New York
“Surely you have instructed many and you have strengthened weak hands. Your words have upheld him who was stumbling and you have strengthened the feeble knees.
Job 4:3-4 NKJV
Starr, Panama City, FL
Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. (Matthew 11:29 NIV)
Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good, to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and always to be gentle toward everyone. Titus 3:1 NIV
kaci from norman, ok
Kim
New Port Richey, FL
Proverbs 3:11-12 ESV
“My son, do not despise the Lord’s discipline
or be weary of his reproof,
for the Lord reproves him whom he loves,
as a father the son in whom he delights.”
Andrea, Ft. Collins, CO. “Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but desire fulfilled is a tree of life.” Proverbs 13:12 NASB
Lanita, Houston, TX:
For some men, who were designated for this judgement long ago, have come in by stealth; they are ungodly, turning the grace of our God into promiscuity and denying Jesus Christ, or only Master and Lord.
-Jude, verse 4 HCSB
And the Lord God said”it isn’t good for man to be alone. I will make a companion for him, a helper suited to his needs.
Genisis 2:18 TLB
Gina from Ruston, LA
Jesus replied, “I tell you the truth, unless you are born again, you cannot see the Kingdom of God.” (John 3:3 NLT)
Sahar, Catharpin, VA
To Him who is able to keep you from falling and to present you before His glorious presence without fault and with great joy–to the only God our savior be glory, majesty, power, and authority, through Jesus Christ our Lord, before all ages, now and forevermore! Amen. Jude 24,25 NIV
Westport,Linda
But we are not of those who shink back and are destroyed, but of those who have faith and preserve their souls.
Hebrews 10:39(ESV)
Sarah, Newburgh, IN:
” Lord, you have assigned me my portion and my cup; you have made my lot secure.”
Psalm 16:5
Mary Margaret from Franklin, TN
“Wait for the Lord; be strong and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!” – Psalm 27:14 (ESV)
Kathleen, Tallahassee, FL:
“Heal me, O LORD and I will be healed,
Save me and I will be saved,
For You are my praise.”
Jeremiah 17:14 (NASB)
Kristy, Sheridan, AR
Be very careful, then, how you live – not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Eph. 5:15-16 NIV
Psalm 122:6
Pray for the peace of Jerusalem “May those who love you prosper.”
emi, white house: “May the Lord direct your hearts to the love of God and to the steadfastness of Christ.” 2 Thessalonians 3:5 ESV
Anna – Conroe, TX
“And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.”
Ephesians 3:17b-19 NIV
Amanda, Montgomery, AL, Psalm 51:17.
My sacrifice, O God, is a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart you, God, will not despise. (NIV)
Marita, Maricopa, AZ
Colossians 3:13 (ESV) – Memorizing Col 3:12 – 17 – 2nd verse
“bearing with one another and, if one has a complaint against another, forgiving each other, as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive.”
“Since ancient times no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you, who acts on behalf of those who wait for Him” (Isaiah 64:4).
oops…in Anchorage, AK
“In his heart a man plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps.” -Proverbs 16:9 (NIV)
Poorna Diaz,
Arlington, VA
KaRetha, Denham Springs, LA
1 Chronicles 16:10 (NASB)
“Glory in His holy name;
Let the heart of those who seek the Lord be glad.”
“Though the mountains be shaken
and the hills be removed,
yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken
nor my covenant of peace be removed,”
says the Lord, who has compassion on you.
Isaiah 54:10 (NIV84)
Jenny, Tulsa, OK:
Philippians 4:6 (NASB): “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God”
Darl, Bakersfield, CA
“May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O Lord, my Rock, and my Redeemer.”
Psalm 19:14 NIV
Alexis, Anderson SC
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
Kristie Nanes, Clearfield, UT
“Do not let your heart be troubled, believe in God, believe also in Me.”
John 14:1 (NASB)
Barb, Prescott Valley, AZ (NLT)
Col 3:23 “Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.”
Birmingham AL
“Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.” 1 Peter 5:6 (NIV)
Sarah, West Monroe, La
Christ has set us free to live a free life. So take your stand! Never again let anyone put a harness of slavery on you. Galatians 5:1 (MSG)
Nancy, North Little Rock, AR
Proverbs 12:15 ESV
The way of a fool is right in his own eyes, but a wise man listens to advice.
Jeremiah 23:24: Can anyone hide from me in a secret place? Am I not everywhere in all the heavens and earth?” says the Lord.
Candi, Waco, TX
“Through Him we received grace and apostleship to call all the Gentiles to the obedience that comes from faith for his name’s sake.” Romans 1:5 NIV