Hey, Sweet Things! I’m writing you from the same pajamas I put on this morning after a bath. The flu hit the Moores and Jones with a fury at the first of the week and, at this point, Keith, Melissa, Annabeth, and I all have it. Our little four year old ran 103 degrees today. It broke our hearts. She’s been to the doctor and, needless to say, Amanda is not getting an inch from her. You will not waste a prayer on all of us and I’m going to stop and pray right now for those of you who are ailing or have sick families.
Gracious Father, touch us with Your outstretched hand, heal and restore us. Take authority over our bodies and our households and command all sickness to depart in Jesus’ Name. Forbid any further spread of viruses, Lord, and speak wellness and strength over us. Show tender mercies particularly to our young and our elderly. Grant us the wisdom to acknowledge Your goodness and faithfulness to us and to give You all glory for the full restoration of our health. Apply the power of the Cross to all that concerns us. You are worthy of all praise. By Christ’s stripes we are healed. You are faithful and true and we adore You, Lord. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
At the first of the week before my fever spiked, God had me in Jeremiah 31. It is such a beautiful chapter of Scripture about restoration and the way back home for even the furthest wanderer. I’ll post the verse I found most visual as my selection for our 22nd entry. Here goes:
Beth, Houston. “I will say, ‘My dear children of Israel, keep in mind the road you took when you were carried off. Mark off in your minds the landmarks. Make a mental note of telltale signs marking the way back. Return, my dear children of Israel. Return to those cities of yours.'” Jeremiah 31:21 The NET Bible
I’m going to go ahead and post this an evening early in hopes of sleeping in a bit in the morning. I’m planning to be back at work with full strength on Monday, God willing and grace-bearing. I love you and it is such an honor to serve you.
OK, Sisters! Let’s hear your verses! Only 3 more to go!
Tags: Scripture Memory 2013
Lori, Friendswood, TX
Psalm 78: 4 (NIV)
“We will not hide them from their children; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the LORD, his power, and the wonders he has done.”
Connie, Chariton, James 2:18 But someone will say, “You have faith, and I have works.” Show me your faith without your works, and I will show you my faith by my works. James 2:18 NKJV
Colo. James 2:13b Mercy triumphs over judgment.
Kathleen, Georgetown,TX
Romans 12:12 NIV
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
Joy from Lubbock, Texas
“He who goes out weeping,
carrying seed to sow,
will return with songs of joy,
carrying sheaves with him.”
Psalm 126:6 NIV
Suzanne, Birmingham: “But I trust in you, Lord; I say, “You are my God.” My times are in your hands;
Psalm 31: 14-15a NIV
Diane – Roswell, GA
“Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Hebrews 4:16 ESV
Kristel from Russellville, AR
But I will call on God, and the LORD will rescue me.
Psalm 55:16
Pam Houston ~ Buena Park, CA
“I hate them with the utmost hatred; they have become my enemies.” Psalms 139:22 NASB
Debra, San Antonio, TX.
Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts
with praise; give thanks to Him and praise his name.
Psalm 100:4 NIV
Barb, Medina
James 3:13
Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in humility that comes from wisdom.
NIV
Connie – Fulton KY
The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him,
Nahum 1:7 (NIV 1984)
Ephesians 2:8-9 NIV
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith – and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God – not by works, so that no one can boast.
Beth, Fountain Inn, Ephesians 1:13 ESV
In him you also, when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and believed in Him, were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit.
“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
Romans 12:12
Kara C., Aurora, IL
Ecclesiastes 7:8 (NIV)
The end of a matter is better than its beginning, and patience is better than pride.
Karen, Colchester VT
Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying.
Romans 12;12 NLT
He restores my soul. Psalms 23:3 NIV
Jenni, Murray, KY
“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” Ephesians 2:10 (ESV)
Cara from Houston. Philippians 4:23 HCSB
The grace of The Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.
Kristi B.
Houston, TX
Psalm 57:2 NLT
“I cry out to God Most High, to God who will fulfill his purpose for me.”
Shannon, Tyler, Tx. Beloved, I pray that in all respects you may prosper and be
in health, just as your soul prospers. III John 2 NASB
Kristy from Tallahassee, FL
“Because it is consecrated by the word of God and prayer.”
1 Timothy 4:5 (NIV)
Linda, Mandeville, LA
The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him.
Nahum 1:7 (NIV)
Amy, Seattle, “not by works, so that no one can boast.” Ephesians 2:9 NIV
Chrissy; Aurora, IL
“I, even I, am he who blots out your transgressions, for my own sake, and remembers your sins no more.”
Isaiah 43:25 NIV
“I will be your God through all your lifetime, yes, even when your hair is white with age. I made you and I will care for you. I will carry you along and be your Savior.” Isaiah 46:4 The Living Bible
Tammy from Platte City
And to know this love that passes knowledge… That you may known the measure of the fullness of God.
Ephesians 3:19 NIV
Cindy from Sisters, Or says Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life. Ps 143:8 NIV
Pam Hendersonville, NC
“I will praise the name of God with a song, and will magnify Him with thanksgiving.” Psalm 69:30 KJV
“The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on Him in truth.” Psalm 145:18
Linda Jewell
Sedona, AZ
Lamentations 3:31-33 NIV
31 For no one is cast off
by the Lord forever.
32 Though he brings grief, He will show compassion,
so great is His unfailing love.
33 For He does not willingly bring affliction
or grief to anyone.
Desiree, Calgary, Alberta
Great is the Lord, and highly to be praised; And His greatness is unsearchable.
Psalm 145:3 NASB
Cindy, Las Cruces, NM
“The Lord bless thee, and keep thee: The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.”
Numbers 6:24-26 KJV
“I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”
~Galatians 2:20 NIV
Suzy Myers
Bay Springs, MS
“In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
I Thessalonians 5:18 NKJV
Sue M in Grand Rapids, MI
Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.
Colossians 4:6 ESV
Jane, Milton, GA, He restores my soul. Psalm 23:3 NIV
2 Chronicles 20:17 ESV
‘…..Stand firm, hold your position, and see the salvation of the LORD on your behalf,…..the LORD will be with you.’
Song of Solomon 6:3 KJV
I am my beloved’s and my beloved is mine.
He feeds his flock among the lilies.
Amanda, Van Buren, AR
Rejoice always; pray without ceasing; in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NASB
Tina, Columbus, Ohio
Instruct the wise and they will be wiser still; teach the righteous and they will add to their learning.
Proverbs 9:9. NIV
Mary, Columbia, PA
“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
Sharon, Riverside, Ca.
The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple. The statues of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.
Psalm 9:7-10 KJV
Amy from Everett, WA
Around midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening. Suddenly, there was a massive earthquake, and the prison was shaken to its foundations. All the doors immediately flew open, and the chains of every prisoner fell off!
Acts 16:25-26 (NLT)
From Sibley, LA
Let us lift up our heart with our hands unto God in the heavens.
Lamentations 3:41 KJV
Jo, Columbia, Missouri
Search me, 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)
Fay, Springfield,NO
2 Corinthians 1:20 NKJV
For all the promises of God in Christ are yes, and in Christ Amen, to the glory of God through us.
Kathryn, Waldorf, MD: “Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” Phil. 1:6
Amy, Houston: Jesus said, “My food is to do the will of him who sent me and to accomplish his work.” (John 4:34 ESV)