My name is Becky Jo and I’m a wannabe Southern Belle who married a Northern Hunting Man! So, now I reside in the chilly state of Michigan – quite a switch up for this Arizona girl!!! I am madly in love with Jesus, my man, my kiddos and my grand babies. My hobby is coffee … always coffee!
The verse I’ve chosen is Psalm 118:5-6 MSG
Pushed to the wall, I called to God;
from the wide open spaces, he answered.
God’s now at my side and I’m not afraid;
who would dare lay a hand on me?
God’s my strong champion;
I flick off my enemies like flies.
Far better to take refuge in God
than trust in people.
I chose this verse because I have an old book mark from my grandma that says that this is the center of the Bible (vs.8), and I want to ALWAYS be at the center of His Will. Far better to take refuge in God than trust in people, indeed. AMEN!
Patti from brentwood TN
Romans 6:10 esv
For the death he died he died to sin, once for all, but the life he lives he lives to God.
Anna Hamilton, Hickory Flat, MS, “Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.” James 4:7-8
Bethany, Pensacola FL
“Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others”. Philippians 2:4 (ESV)
by which have been given to us exceedingly great and precious promises, that through these you may be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust. 1 Peter 1:4
Debbie
Olathe, KS
I Corinthians 13:9-10 (NKJV)- “For we know in part and we prophesy in part. But when that which is perfect has come, then that which is in part will be done away.”
Traci McNally, Evansdale, Iowa
Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account.
Hebrews 4:13 NIV
Adina Berkner, Pittsburgh PA
Even then Yout hand will lead me; Your right hand will hold on to me.
Psalm 139:10 HCSB
Beatrice Brackin, Chattanooga, TN. “So is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.” Isaiah 55:11, NIV.
“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 3:18 NIV
Tina Crouch
Waxahachie, Texas
Psalm 55:22 NIV
Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken.
Lori, Edenton, NC
You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.
Ps 16:11 NLT
Dayton, Ohio
John 15:4 ESV
Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me.
Gail-Tyler,TX
that you may approve the things that are excellent, that you may be sincere and without offense till the day of Christ,
Philippians 1:10 NKJV
Cheryl Autry, Dunn, North Carolina
But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world. Galatians 6:14 KJV
Tomi, Des Moines, Iowa. Her husband can trust her, and she will greatly enrich his life. She brings him good, not harm, all the days of her life. Proverbs 31:11&12 NLT
“that no one be moved by these afflictions. Foy you yourselves know that we are destined for this.”
1 Thessalonians 3:3 ESV
Susan, Knoxville, TN
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 5:5 NIV
Renee, Rockford, MI
Teach me your ways, O LORD,
That I may live according to your truth!
Grant me purity of heart,
That I may honor you.
Psalm 86:11 (NLT)
Heather – Fort Worth, TX
“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 NIV
Evangeline – Houston Isaiah 59:21 MSG
59:21The Message (MSG)
21 “As for me,” God says, “this is my covenant with them: My Spirit that I’ve placed upon you and the words that I’ve given you to speak, they’re not going to leave your mouths nor the mouths of your children nor the mouths of your grandchildren. You will keep repeating these words and won’t ever stop.” God’s orders.
Gina Rosamond, Ca
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.
Matthew 5:9 NASB
Carolyn, Maryville,Tn, Ex. 14:14 The Lord will fight for you; you only need to be still. NIV
Kathleen, Georgetown TX
Psalm 143:10 NIV
Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit lead me on level ground.
Katelyn, Mitchell, IN. “Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.” Romans 12:9-10, NLT.
Rebecca M., Clifton, N.J. “My soul will be satisfied as with fat and rich food, and my mouth will praise you with joyful lips” Psalm 63:5 ESV
Cindy, North Potomac
When she speaks, her words are wise, and she gives instructions wih kindness. Proverbs 31:26 NLT
Dawn of Hilliard, Ohio
John 13:34 “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.”. NIV
Amanda, Washougal, WA.
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 ESV
Lisa, Hutchins,TX
so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; and that you being rooted and grounded in love,
Ephesians 3:17 NASB
Nell
Gallatin, TN
Romans 12:12
Rejoice in hope, be patient in trials, be constant (faithful)in prayer.
Melissa Teakell, Wichita, KS
(continuation)
For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.
2 Peter 1:8
LINDA MONTANA Ps 103:1 NKJV
1) Bless the LORD, Oh My Soul; and all that is within me, Bless HIS Holy Name!
Becky, Springfield, MO
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11 NIV
Debbie Weaver, Cumming, GA.
“Blessed is she who has believed that the Lord would fulfill His promises to her.” Luke 1:45 NIV
Rachel, Plano, TX “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. 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 4:15-16 (ESV)
Kathy Sanford, Lake Jackson, Texas
The Parable of the Hidden Treasure
Matthew 13:44 (HCSB)
“The kingdom of heaven is like a treasure, buried in a field, that a man found and reburied. Then in his joy he goes and sells everything he has and buys that field.”
Stephanie Murphy, College Station, TX
“The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.” Exodus 14:14 NIV
Kristen, Paramount, CA
And we urge you, brothers and sisters, warn those who are idle and disruptive, encourage the disheartened, help the weak, be patient with everyone. (1 Thessalonians 5:14 NIV)
Dawn Tolley, Appomattox, VA, “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing!” (Isaiah 43:18-19a)
may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the width and depth and length and height–
Ephesians 3:18 NKJV
Vicki from Greeley, CO
“He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand.” – Psalm 40:2 (NIV)
“For God has not given us a a spirit of timidity, but of power and love and discipline.”
1 Timothy 1:7 NASB – learning in Hebrew:
הֵן הָאֱלֹהִים לֹא נָתַן לָנוּ רוּחַ שֶׁל פַּחַד, אֶלָּא רוּחַ שֶׁל גְּבוּרָה וְאַהֲבָה וְיִשּׁוּב הַדַּעַת
Anita, Miami, FL
The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Deuteronomy 31:8 (NIV)
Always be joyful and never stop praying. Whatever happens, keep thanking God because of Christ Jesus. This is what God wants you to do. 1 Thess. 5:16 – 18 (CEV)
Lisa from Huntsville Tx
Matthew 7:1-2 NKJV “Judge not that you be not judged. For with what judgement you judge, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.”
Michelle, Houston, “If you wake me each morning with the sound of your loving voice, I’ll go to sleep each night trusting in you. Point out the road I must travel; I’m all ears, all eyes before you.” Psalm 143:8 MSG
Natalie Macek, from Damascus, MD: “for the Father Himself loves you, because you have loved Me, and have believed that I came forth from God.” John 16:27, NKJV
Fran, Jackson, TN
“And we pray this in order that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and may please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God.” Colossians 1:10 NIV
Lisa Landis
Castro Valley, CA
Psalm 147:12 NIV
“Extol the Lord, Jerusalem; praise your God, Zion.”
Debbie, Marion, IN “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