Hey, you Scripture memory friends! We have made it all the way to verse 7! I felt like doing another little video for you this time around. It just feels warmer to me this way even if a written post is far more orderly and includes far less rambling. These videos are rough and unpolished but they are from the heart. I’m so proud of your hard work and your perseverance. Often when I read through your entries, I wonder if I’m getting a little clue about some of your circumstances and challenges. I don’t miss how many of you are memorizing Scriptures that encourage you to forgive someone. I am also deeply moved as I see many memorize Scriptures that remind you that YOU are forgiven and that you have been completely cleansed and that the power of Christ’s cross extends to YOU. Other times I smile seeing countless women selecting verses to help them keep their mouths shut in situations. Still other times I sense through your selections how very much you want to love people the way Christ has called you to love. AND IT’S HARD.
Maybe I’m reading too much into all of this. Maybe what’s resonating with me about your selections is that I myself am desperate for them. I have people to forgive. I need to believe and know without a doubt that I am completely forgiven and cleansed. I absolutely need to shut my mouth more often. And I want to love the way Christ has called me to love and, yes, sometimes it is the hardest thing on earth for me.
Nothing is like the Word of God. He leaves nothing out.
Ok, Girls! I am continuing a segment of Ephesians 3 so here is my entry this time around:
Beth Moore, Houston. “That according to the riches of His glory He may grant you to be strengthened with power through His Spirit in your inner being.” Ephesians 3:16 ESV
I sure love all of you and I am blessed beyond words to serve you! Press on and keep up your memory work!
Kelly Elliott, Jackson, TN
Isaiah 54:17 (ESV)
“No weapon that is fashioned against you shall succeed,
and you shall refute every tongue that rises against you in judgment.
This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord
and their vindication from me, declares the Lord.”
Do not be conformed to this present world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may test and approve what is the will of God – what is good and well-pleasing and perfect. (â€Romans‬ â€12‬:â€2‬ NET)
Michelle
Franklin, TN
Philippians 4:6 (HCSB)
6 Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.
Janet P., College Station, TX
Psalm 119: 125 (NIV)
I am your servant; give me discernment
that I may understand your statutes
Terri Lundskow, Hughesville, Maryland – Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians‬ â€5‬:â€16-18‬ ESV
Lenora Grayson, Nixa, Missouri
No unbelief made him waver concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong in his faith as he gave glory to God, (â€Romans‬ â€4‬:â€20‬ ESV)
Stacey DiGrazia, Elgin, Ill.
1 Chronicles 16:11 NIV
“Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.”
Linda Mayes, Webb City, MO – even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many. Matthew 20:28 (ESV).
“But we have this in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed, perplexed, but not In despair, persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.” 2 Corinthians 4:8-9. (NIV)
Jen Dakin, Kenton, OH
“This I know, that God is for me.” Psalm 56:9a NASB
Angela Scott, Lexington, Tn
He will not allow your feet to slip or to be moved; He who keeps you will not slumber. Psalm 121:3
Susan Bostaph Buffalo NY
Proverbs 4:23 (ESV)
Keep your heart with all vigilance, for
From it flow the springs of life.
Katie Logsdon – Dallas, TX – “My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” Psalm 73:26 (NIV)
Terryl Arola, Pine City, MN
Bear with each other and FORGIVE one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on LOVE, which binds them all together in perfect unity. Let the PEACE of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be THANKFUL. Colossians 3:13-15 NIV
Vancouver, Wa “from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives it’s name, ” Eph. 3:15 NASB
Karen Johnson
Bingham Lake, MN
For this reason I bow my knees before the Father
Ephesians 3:14 ESV
Amy McAteer Jones, Weddington,NC
For I am crucified with Christ and yet I live , not I but Christ who lives within me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the son of God who loved me and gave himself for me.
Galatians 2:20 ESV
Tanya, North Canton, OH “Do not remember the sins of my youth and my rebellious ways; according to your love remember me, for you, Lord, are good.” Psalm 25:7 (NIV)
Lynette Cumming
“The Lord your God is with you, He is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing.” Zephaniah 3:17 NIV
Dana, Cape Girardeau, Mo.
In everything you do, put God first, and he will direct you and crown your efforts with success.
Proverbs 3:6 TLB
Vicki Walters, Merriam, KS. Even youths shall faint and be weary, and young men shall fall exhausted; Isaiah 40:30 ESV
Allison H.
Wilmington, NC
“I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” ~ Philippians 3:14 (NKJV)
Amanda, Rockhampton, Queensland
I pray that from His glorious, unlimited resources He will give you mighty inner strength through His Holy Spirit
Ephesians 3:16 NLT
Beth, your video today made me cry. Hit me right where I needed. Thanks for the word aptly spoken.
Lisa, Rootstown OH. I Chron. 4:10 NIV Jabez cried out to the God of Israel,”Oh that you bless me and enlarge my territory! Let your hand be with me, and keep me from harm so that I will be free from pain.”
Diane LeJeune, Fairview, TN
“If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.” Matthew 21:22 NIV
Corydon, IN
Ps 33:18 NIV
But the eyes of the Lord are on those who fear him, on those whose hope is in his unfailing love.
Julie, from Leonardtown MD says:
“You will know the truth,
and the truth will set you free ”
John 8:32
Billie Jauss, Naples, FL. “but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Isaiah 40:31
Laurie, Milton, GA
I want you to know how much I am struggling for you and for those at Laodicea, and for all who have not met me personally.
Colossians 2:1
Christy; Jasper, Alabama
But as for me, I will always have hope. I will praise you more and more. Psalm 71:14
Malinda Guider, Chattanooga, TN-“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in Him, and He helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise Him.” Psalm 28:7-NIV
Cheri Cochran, Frisco TX “For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we might walk in them.” Ephesians 2:10 ESV
Bobbie Jo- San Angelo TX
Be joyful because you have hope. Be patient when trouble comes, and pray at all times.
~Romans‬ â€12‬:â€12‬ (NCV)
Megan S.–Kansas City, KS
(continuing in 1 Peter 1)
1 Peter 1:19 NIV
19 but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect.
Barbara Ordner, Houston, TX
“Praise be to the name of God for ever and ever;
wisdom and power are his.
21 He changes times and seasons;
he deposes kings and raises up others.
He gives wisdom to the wise
and knowledge to the discerning.
22 He reveals deep and hidden things;
he knows what lies in darkness,
and light dwells with him.
23 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…
Daniel 2:20-23 niv
Melani Shock, Alexandria, LA. “But I will sing of thy power; yea, I will sing aloud of thy mercy in the morning: for thou has been my defense and refuge in the day of my trouble.” Psalm 59:16 (KJV)
Annette, Richmond, TX – Romans 1:12, NET
Rejoice in hope, endure in suffering, persist in prayer.
Ann Wagers West Chester OH Train yourself in Godliness,for the training of the body has a limited benefit,but godliness is beneficial in every way. 1 Timothy 4:7-8 hcsb
Martha, Pelican Rapids, MN “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” Phil. 4:8 ESV
Carrie Guion, Wentzville, Mo.
Never stop praying. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 NLT
Andrea Cox, Howe, TX
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,
Beth, thanks so much for the videos. They’re very uplifting and encouraging. Also, I wanted to thank you for your sweet audio devotionals. I got one from Lifeway and have enjoyed it this week while getting dressed and washing dishes. And I just finished reading Believing God (so good!). God’s working through you in my life right now. Thanks for being one of His vessels.
Amy, Arlington, VA, “Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.” Colossians 3:2 NKJV
“I am the vine, you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.”
John 15:5 NIV
Shelley Meyer, Katy, TX
the LORD make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you;
Numbers 6:25 ESV
Erika Dotto, West Palm Beach, FL
“You are my refuge and my shield;
your word is my source of hope”
Psalms 119:114 NLT
Joy, Eugene, OR
“Let all that I am praise the LORD; with my whole heart, I will praise His holy name. Let all that I am praise the LORD; may I never forget the good things He does for me. He forgives all my sins and heals all my diseases. He redeems me from death and crowns me with love and tender mercies. He fills my life with good things. My youth is renewed like the eagle’s!” Psalm 103: 1-5 NLT
Shelly Elston, Portland, OR
“That according to the riches of His glory He may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being.”
Ephesians 3:16 (ESV)
Martie Carter, Belton, Texas, “With flattery he will corrupt those who have violated the covenant, but the people who know their God will firmly resist him.
Daniel 11:32 NIV
Caron Ervin, Dallas
Such love has no fear, because perfect love expels all fear. NLT
Samantha Zumbro, Golden, CO, “But Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”” Matthew 19:26 ESV