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
Helen
Crystal City, Manitoba. Canada
1 John 1:7 (ESV)
But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin.
Patty B, Marysville, OH
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, “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.”
Melissa, Katy, And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:19 NIV)
Rachel, Eugene, OR
“I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from my fears.”
Psalm 34:4 (ESV)
Alison from Southport, NC. “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.
Peggy, Corpus Christi, TX
I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 (ESV)
Katie Euken
Muscatine, IA
“The Lord gives His people strength;
the Lord blesses His people with peace.” Psalm 29:11 HCSB
The Woodlands, TX
“Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NIV)
Psalm 105:4 (NIV)
Look to the Lord and his strength;
seek his face always.
Margie
Hilton Head Island, SC
Barbara from Wetumpka, AL
For I am not the least bit embarrassed about the gospel. I won’t shy away from it, because it is God’s power to save every person who believes…
Romans 1:16
The Voice
Sara R., Slidell,LA::
“…in order that the righteous requirement of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not according to the flesh but according to the Spirit.” (Romans 8:4 ESV)
Sally Denton, Muskogee Prov. 9:8 Do not rebuke a mocker or he will hate you. Rebuke the wise and they will love you for it.
Sharon, Florien: I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life. Johb 8: 12 (NIV)
Connie
Greene, IA
For all that exists originates in Him, comes through Him and is moving toward Him; so give Him the glory forever!
Romans 11:36
The Voice
Susan, Fort Worth,TX
Colossians 3:13 (NIV)
“Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.”
Lynne J., Gainesville VA
For the Lord thy God bringeth thee into a good land, a land of brooks of water, of fountains and depths that spring out of valleys and hills;
Deuteronomy 8:7 KJV
Lisa, Frisco Tx- Never stop praying. (1 Thessalonians 5:17 NLT)
Kathy, Grants Pass OR. Satan, who is the god of this world, has blinded the minds of those who don’t believe. They are unable to see the glorious light of the Good News. They don’t understand this message about the glory of Christ, who is the exact likeness of God. 2 Corinthians 4:4, NLT
Selena – Albany, GA
I thank and praise you, God of my ancestors: You have given me wisdom and power, you have made known to me what we asked of you, you have made known to us the dream of the king. – Daniel 2:23
(Memorizing this from the Daniel Bible study.)
Shiffra Vicksburg, MI
“Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, “This is the way; walk in it.””
Isaiah 30:21 – NIV
Amanda – Plano, TX
14 For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15 from whom every family[a] in heaven and on earth derives its name. 16 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, 17 so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, 18 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. – Ephesians 3:14-18
Birmingham, AL
In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. Proverbs 3:6 ESV
Claire, Arab, AL
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
Marsha Fort Smith
Heb. 13:21
May he carry out in you what is pleasing to him through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever. Amen.
NAB
Castle Pines, Co: “Go ye therefore unto all nations-baptising them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Ghost.”
Matthew 28:19 (K.J.)
Tracy – Andice, TX
“Let all that you do be done in love.”
1 Corinthians 16:14 NASB
Kari, Frisco, TX
“Go into all the world and preach the good news to everyone.”
Mark 16:15
Jo Ann, Philadelphia. “Hear, O LORD, when I cry with my voice, And be gracious to me and answer me.” Ps. 27:7 NASB
Tillie, Spring Branch, TX
“All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness, ”
2 Timothy 3:16 (NIV)
Joy, Sutherland, VA
I love those who love me; and those that seek me diligently shall find me. Proverbs 8:17 NKJV
Jan Horne, Bossier City, LA
Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.
2 Peter 1:3 (NIV)
Jennifer, Tomball, TX “But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” I Cor 15:57 NIV
Anne from Hot Springs, AR:
“Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, …”
(Philippians 2:12 ESV)
“Do not judge, or you too will be judged. (Matthew 7:1 NIV)
Kim; Warren, ME: And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved. Acts 4:12 ESV
Nancy Keeton from Knoxville, TN
I am still confident of this:
I will see the goodness of the Lord
in the land of the living.
Wait for the Lord:
be strong and take heart
and wait for the Lord.
Psalm 27: 13-14 NIV
Patrice, Elm Grove, WI
Psalm 91:4
He will cover you with His wings; you will be safe in His care; His faithfulness will protect and defend you.
Good News Bible
Caitlin, McKinney, TX
“Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins.” 1 Peter 4:8, NLT
Karen, Westminster, MD
The plans of the LORD stand firm forever, the purposes of His heart through all generations.
Psalm 33:11 NIV
Bridgette, Rockwall, TX: My God will meet all my needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19 (NIV)
“I wait quietly before God, for my victory comes from him.
He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will never be shaken.”
Psalms 62:1-2 NLT
Jaclyn, Houston. “Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually! Remember the wondrous works that he has done, his miracles, and the judgments he uttered.” Psalm 105:4-5, ESV
Joy – Georgetown, TX… “Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is Gods will for you in Christ Jesus.” NIV
Please pray for our family and 23 year old daughter-in-law Jaime – Our son died in a car accident on 3/23.
Joy,
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious son. Please know that I’m praying for you, your family and your dear daughter-in-law. May you feel the arms of the LORD wrapped around you bringing comfort and peace that transcends all understanding.
Praying TRUTH for you and your family Joy! Our hearts break for you…
“Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. For I am the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior…..Because you are precious in my eyes,and honored, and I love you” Is 43:1-2,4
Houston, TX
“Learn to savor how good the Lord is; happy are those who take refuge in him.”
Psalms 34:9 NAB
Deidra – Waynesboro
Philippians 2:9-11 NKJV
9 Therefore God also has highly exalted Him and has given Him a name which is above every name,
10 that at the name of Jesus every name should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on the earth, and of those under the earth,
11 and that every tongue shoud confess that Jesus is Lord to the glory of God the Father.
Brenda, Collinston
So He will do to me whatever He has planned. He controls my destiny. Job 23:14 NLT
Melinda in San Antonio
“I am the Lord, the God of all mankind. Is anything too hard for me?”
Jeremiah 32:27 NIV
Beth S. Coon Rapids, MN
So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples.
Matthew 28:8 NIV
Delores O.
Lake Stevens, WA
So remember this and keep it firmly in mind: the LORD is God both in heaven and on earth, and there is no other.
Deut. 4:39 NLT
Lisa H form Denver
Isaiah 41.10 NIV
So do not fear, for I am with you, do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you! I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.