Hi Siestas! It is such a joy to be able to talk to you! My name is Sherry McClure and I just love this community so very much. I live in the suburbs of Houston, Texas, and I work here at Living Proof Ministries. One of my responsibilities right now at LPM is to help moderate your comments and it brings me such delight. Thank you for letting me be a part of your life in that way. All of you have so much to offer and I love getting to know you through your comments here! I also have the joy of tending to many of you through Facebook and I love y’all so incredibly much.
A little bit about me: I have been here at LPM for just over 11 years and have had the opportunity to do many things here! I started working at LPM when I had only been married for 2 years and we didn’t have children at the time. As I have grown and changed, my responsibilities at LPM have changed as well. I have been married for 13 years to David and we have two boys –Sam (9) and Jacob (7). We have a lot of fun together, but life with boys is loud, fast, and sometimes messy. I also have the privilege of serving my home church in our women’s ministry. Life is full and fun! Some of the things that I enjoy most in this life are playing with my kids, being outside, shopping, cooking, and most of all, studying God’s word. His Word is the absolute thrill of my life. The Lord has recently breathed a new passion for His word into my soul and it is what I wake up for everyday…to see the Lord in His Word. He is the love of my life.
1 Samuel 12:24 (ESV)
“Only fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart. For consider what great things he has done for you.”
This is one of the verses that the Lord has given me to focus on throughout the entire year. He broke it down for me like this:
Only fear the Lord: I am not to fear failure. I am not to fear what someone may think. I am not to fear the enemy. I am not to fear people I think are my enemies. I am not to fear things I imagine. I am not to fear man. My only fear should be of the Lord. There is safety in fearing Him.
Serve him faithfully: I am to be faithful in the ways that He has given me to serve. I am to work in excellence and do everything unto Him.
With all your heart: I am to give my all to the things that I am serving in. No settling for mediocrity. No half-accomplishing things. No “it’s fine.” No “this will do.” I am to give my whole heart.
Consider what great things He has done for you: I want to be living in a constant state of gratitude before the Lord. I want to be mindful that He rescued me from the dominion of darkness and transferred me to the kingdom of light (Colossians 1:13). He indeed has done great things for us!
So, my dear sisters, I pray that you will only fear the Lord. I pray that you will serve Him with all of your heart. I pray that you will remember the great things He has done for you. He is everything and I pray you experience Him through His word as it sinks into your souls!
I love you all so much,
Sherry
Robin Ridenour, Chambersburg, PA:
Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 (NKJV)
Jen Newsham. Longview, Texas. “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” – Galatians 6:9 [ESV]
Kathy Emeigh, Bethlehem PA
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say, rejoice! Let your gentle spirit be known to all men. The Lord is near. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and petition and with supplication with thanksgiving let your request be known to God. And the peace of God which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:4-7 NASB
Becky Jo
Chesterfield MI
So here I am in the place of worship, eyes open,
drinking in your strength and glory.
In your generous love I am really living at last!
My lips brim praises like fountains.
I bless you every time I take a breath;
My arms wave like banners of praise to you.
Psalm 63:2-4 Message
Amen Becky Jo! Great selection….saving that one! 🙂
Jen Pond, Iron River, MI
Psalm 143:8 NLT
Let me hear of Your unfailing love each morning, for I am trusting You. Show me where to walk, for I give myself to You.
What a great scripture to start each morning with!
Judy from Crawfordsville, IN Ps. 5:3 “In the morning, O Lord, You will hear my voice; In the morning I will order my prayers to You and eagerly watch.” NASB
Amy Cobb, Murfreesboro, TN. “Rejoice 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
Shawna Nettles, Chandler, Oklahoma: “Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perserverance, perserverance , character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us.” Romans 5:3-5 NIV
Valerie Maddox, Dayton, Texas
You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you. (Isaiah 26:3 ESV)
MarlaMae from Kimmell, IN
(She) will have no fear of bad news; (her) heart is steadfast, trusting in the Lord ~Psalm 112:7 (NIV)
Donna Smith, Athens, Georgia: But God shows his love for us in that while we were yet sinners Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 (RSV-CE)
Jennifer Deibel, Vienna, Austria
I know how great this makes you feel, even though you have to put up with every kind of aggravation in the meantime. Pure gold put in the fire comes out of it proved pure; genuine faith put through this suffering comes out proved genuine. When Jesus wraps this all up, it’s your faith, not your gold, that God will have on display as evidence of his victory. 1 Peter 1:6-7 MSG
Ginger S. Lowe, Wetumpka, AL
I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you. Ps. 32:8 NIV
Michelle: Winchester, VA
“Every good thing and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow.”
James 1:17 NASB
Pam, Kitchener ON, Canada: For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Psalm 139: 13-14 NIV
London Sommer, Denham Springs, LA
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. (Romans 8:28 NIV
Beth Belflower
Caddo Mills, Texas
Mark 12:29-31 Jesus answered, “The most important is, ‘Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. 30 And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength. 31 The second is this: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these. ESV
You live in my home town. How cool! Headed up that way tomorrow.
Linda Cumbie, South Carolina; Where your treasure is there your heart will be also. Matthew 6:21 (NIV)
Elizabeth Johnston
Guilin, China
Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God.
James 1:19-20 (ESV)
My dearest daughter. We almost made it this time. Only One scripture memory verse between us. You have chosen an incredible verse and I am so proud we can do this together even though we are 8686 miles apart. Love Momma
Lauren Kennedy, Denham Springs, LA – Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.
1 Timothy 4:12 NIV
“Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you.” Deuteronomy 31:6 (ESV)
Sandra Hicks, Houston, Tx.
This is the embodiment of true love: not that we have loved God first, but that He loved us and sent His unique Son on a special mission to become an atoning sacrifice for our sins.
I John 4:10 (The Voice)
Rose K., Oneida, TN–‘And he said unto me, my grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.’ 2 Corinthians 12:9 (KJV)
Kansas City, MO
“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.” Heb. 4:12 NIV
Carol, Mason City, Iowa
Ephesians 2:13 But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near through the blood of Christ. NIV
Sandy from Deming New Mexico
Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Phil 4:4-7 NKJV
Hallie Klecker, Middleton, WI.
“As far as the east is from the west, so far has He removed our transgressions from us. Just as a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear Him. For He Himself knows our frame; He is mindful that we are but dust.” (Psalm 103:12-14, NASB)
Karoletha Longview,Texas
This is how we know that we live in him and he in us: He has given us of His spirit.
I John 4:13 NIV
Gigi from West Milton, Ohio
Isaiah 40:31 ESV
But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength;
they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary;
they shall walk and not faint.
I am counting on this verse through my cancer treatments!
Please know that I am praying and agreeing with you.
Heb. 10:23 Amplified
Thank you Sandra! I so appreciate your prayers!
Laurel M. ~ Houston, TX ~
“For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline.” 2 Timothy 1:7 (NIV)
Barbara Bollman, Fargo, ND
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1.9 NIV
Allison Whitener, White Post, VA
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”
~Colossians 3:12 NIV
Soozi-Lexington, KY: giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in light. (Colossians 1:12 ESV)
Elaine ~ Powder Springs, GA ~ I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from all my fears.
Psalm 34:4 ESV
Loveland, CO
Psalm 112: 7 He (she) is not afraid of bad news; his (her) heart is firm, trusting in the Lord. (ESV)
“I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.” Ezekiel 36:26 NIV
Deborah C.
Atlanta, GA
“Before you know it, a sense of God’s wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It’s wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life.”
Phil. 4:6 (The Message)
Kyra, Tecumseh, Oklahoma
“He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection.” Psalm 91:4, NLT.
Leigh, Miami, OK
Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He shall give you the desires of your heart. Psalm 37:4 NKJV
Sherri Medford, Abilene, Tx Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God – this is your spiritual act of worship. Romans 12:1 NIV
Psalm 127:3 NIV
Sons are a heritage from the Lord, children a reward from him.
~ And he sat down and called the twelve. And he said to them, “If anyone would be first, he must be last of all and servant of all. ~ Mark 9:35
ESV
Kristi ~ Arlington, Texas
Joy, a Georgetown,TX -“Sing the praises of The Lord , you his faithful people; praise his holy name.” Psalm 30:4 NIV
CYNTHIA BANKS ,SPRINGVILLE AL , MATTHEW 9:21 KJV FOR SHE SAID WITHIN HERSELF, IF I MAY BUT TOUCH HIS GARMENT , I SHALL BE MADE WHOLE
Becky, Choctaw, OK
“Then Jesus declared: ‘I AM the bread of life. He who comes to Me will never go hungry, and he who believes in Me will never be thirsty.'” John 6:35 ESV
Charlotte Skadal, Houston, Texas “Therefore I am well content with weaknesses, with insults, with distresses, with persecutions, with difficulties, for Christ’s sake; for when I am weak, then I am strong.” 2 Corinthians 12:10 (NASB)
See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the desert and streams in the wasteland. Isaiah 43:19, NIV
Bettie Tolar
Pasadena, Tx
Jeremiah 31:17 Amp
And there is hope for your future says the Lord; and your children will return from the enemy’s land.
Carolyn Tragesser. Orofino, Idaho.
For recognition of the LORD’s sovereign majesty will fill the earth just as the waters fill up the sea. Habakkuk 2:14 NET (See also NIV and Voice wording.)
What a wonderful verse…..I don’t recognize that Book, tho…..Habakkuk ? Guess I didn’t pay attention during the Bethel Bible Series….interested to know the story….
Ann Seaney, Santa Cruz, Bolivia
With this in mind, we constantly pray for you, that our God may count you worthy of his calling, and that by his power he may fulfill every good purpose of yours and every act prompted by your faith. 2 Thessalonians 1:11 NIV