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!
Christy from Holland, MI:
“Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today.” Exodus 14:13, NIV
“So, dear brothers, you have no obligation , whatever, to your old sinful nature.” -Romans 8:12 (LB)
Judy, Satellite Beach, FL
Dear friends let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God.
1 John 4:7 (NIV)
Nashville, TN
“Seek the Lord & His strength. Seek His face continually.” -Psalm 105:4, NASB
WAYNE,PA
He is so rich in kindness and mercy that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his son & forgave us. He has showered his kindness on us, along with wisdom & understanding. Eph 1:7/8 NLT
Carla Seeley, Georgetown TX
And the sign or wonder that he tells you comes to pass, and if he says, “Let us go after other gods, which you have not known, and let us serve them,
Deuteronomy 13:2 ESV
Jeri, Missouri City, TX
Psalm 28:6-7 NIV
Praise be to the Lord,
for he has heard my cry for mercy.
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.
Lori- Shakopee MN
So we must not get tired of doing good, for we will reap at the proper time if we don’t give up. Galatians 6:9 HCSB
Moulton, AL
“Slaves, obey in everything those who are your earthly masters, not by way of eye-service, as people pleasers, but with sincerity of heart, fearing the Lord.” Colossians 3:22 ESV
Megan, Dothan, AL
“I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing to the glory that will be revealed in us. For the creation waits in eager expectation for the children of God to be revealed.” Romans 8:18-19 NIV
Tracey Knight ~ Arkadelphia AR
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. ~Hebrews 4:12 NIV
Liz Richmond, Midland, TX
This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. 1 Jn. 4:9. NIV
Jayn, San Diego, CA
Psalm 121:5-6 MSG
God’s your Guardian, right at your side to protect you-
vickue Henderson
Russellville, Ar
2 Corinthians 4:16
Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day.
NIV
Ella Roemer, Gillespie, IL
“Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.” Matthew 5:12 NIV
Deb Dinnen
Springfield, Ohio
For we live by faith, not by sight. (2 Corinthians 5:7 NIV)
“And we know that God works all things together for good for the ones who love God, for those who are called according to his purpose.” ~Romans 8:28 CEB
Andy Spray, Centreville, VA –
For You have delivered my soul from death, My eyes from tears, And my feet from falling. Psalms 116:8 (NKJV)
Nancy, Denver
“may have strength to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth” Ephesians 3:18 ESV
Tomball, TX
“I know the Lord is always with me I will not be shaken, for He is right beside me.” Psalm 16:8
Angela Dhans
Brooksville, Florida
1 John 1:9 (NKJ)
If we confess our sins, He is faithful
and just to forgive us our sins and to
cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Diane Flook, Flagstaff, AZ
“…may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the width and length and depth and height–to know the love of Christ which passes knowledge; that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.” Eph 3: 18-19 NKJV
Toni Sidler, Argyle, TX
If you keep my commandments, you will abide in My love; just as I have kept My Father’s commandments and abide in His love. These things I have spoken to you that My joy may be in you, and that your joy may be made full.
John 15:10-11, NASB
Kayley Hibbert • Camp Point, IL
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. (Isaiah 41:10 NIV)
Brenda Wilken from Eureka, MO
“Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you.”
Psalm 63:3 NIV
COL 3:17 NIV
And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.
Lee from IN. Psalm 91:8 ESV “You will only look with your eyes and see the recompense of the wicked.”
Sheilah, Melbourne, FL
Luke 7:47 – ESV
Therefore I tell you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven–for she loved much. But he who is forgiven little, loves little.
Elizabeth Thompson, Florence, AL “Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good.” Romans 12:9 NASB
Kathy
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Psalm 119:36-37 NIV
Turn my heart toward your statutes and not toward selfish gain. Turn my eyes away from worthless things; preserve my life according to your word.
Danyelle
Beavercreek, OH
Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 3:13-14 (NIV)
Lana, Bryant, AR “The righteous lead blameless lives; blessed are their children after them. (Proverbs 20:7 NIV)”
Marilyn of The Plains,OH says:
“He did this so that all the peoples of the earth might know that the hand of the Lord is powerful and so that you might always fear the Lord your God.” Josh. 4:24 NIV
Shauna, Aurora, NE
“But blessed are those who trust in the LORD and who have made the LORD their hope and confidence.” Jeremiah 17:7, NLT
Elizabeth Marchman Blue Ridge, Georgia
So be truly glad. There is wonderful joy ahead, even though you have to endure many trials for a little while.
1 Peter 1:6 nlt
Rachael Sol from Marietta, GA
Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful. (Hebrews 10:23 ESV)
Stephanie – Shreveport, la
So put to death the sinful,earthly things lurking within you. Have nothing to do with sexual immorality, impurity, lust, and evil desires. Don’t be greedy, for a greedy person is an idolater,worshipping the things of the world. Because of these sins, the anger of God is coming.
Colossians 3:5-6 NLT
Crystal, West Hartford, CT
“But you will not even need to fight. Take your positions; then stand still
and watch the Lord’s victory. He is with you, O people of Judah and
Jerusalem. Do not be afraid or discouraged. Go out against them tomorrow,
for the Lord is with you!” 2 Chronicles 20:17 (NIV)
Lorri Matthews Phenix City, Al.
Proverbs 15:1 The Living Bible
A gentle answer turns away wrath,
but harsh words cause quarrels.
Ann Seaney, Just moved to Marion, Indiana from Santa Cruz, Bolivia
You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit – fruit that will last. Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in my name. John 15:16 NIV
Stacey, Omaha, NE
Emily (age 15)
Ally (age 13)
Do everything in love. 1 Corinthians 16:14 (NIV)
Kristi B.
Houston, TX
Micah 7:7 NIV
“But as for me, I watch in hope for the LORD, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me.”
Camille Benson, Knoxville, TN-
and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. (Ephesians 3:19 NIV)
Anna, Ontario Canada
Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.
Proverbs 3:3 NIV
Jamie Raborn from Ooltewah, Tennessee
Psalm 15:1-2 NIV
[1] Lord, who may dwell in your sacred tent? Who may live on your holy mountain? [2] The one whose walk is blameless, who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from their heart;
Michelle Wynne, Spokane,WA
Have this mind among yourselves,which is yours in Christ Jesus. Phil 2:5 ESV
Arlington, TX
2 Timothy 2:22 NET
But keep away from youthful passions, and pursue righteousness, faithfulness, love, and peace in the company of others who call on the Lord from a pure heart.
Beth Bell. Cartersville, Ga
“I have cared for you since you were born. Yes, I carried you before you were born. I will be your God throughout your lifetime – until your hair is white with age. I made you, and I will care for you. I will carry you along and save you.” Isaiah 46:3-4 NLT
Beth Lewis, Story City, Iowa
“in whom we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins.”
Colossians 1:14, NKJ
Shana, DeQuincy,LA-
II Corinthians 12:9 (NLT)
“…my grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness. So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.”