OK, my beloveds! It’s time for verse 4! Since I’m whittling my way through the one-chapter Book of Philemon and the individual verses don’t stand alone as well, I’ve been giving you an alternative verse as an option for those looking for ideas. This one, however, is so good that it serves perfectly. By all means, share it if you like!
Beth Moore from Houston, Texas: “I thank my God always when I remember you in my prayers,” Philemon 4 ESV
You are a tremendous joy to me and, just in case you don’t feel like this to a whole lot of people: you a very, VERY big deal to all 14 of us at LPM.
With much affection,
Beth
The poor in spirit are blessed, for the kingdom of heaven is theirs. Matthew 5:3 HCSB
Fairfield, Ca.
“Jesus gave them this answer:’I tell you the truth, the Son can do nothing by Himself; he can only do what he sees the Father doing, because whatever the Father does the Son also does'”
John 5:19 (NIV)
Fay, Springfield, MO
Romans 8:5 NIV
Those who live according to the flesh have their minds set on what the flesh desires; but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires.
Jessica Rockwell, Omaha, NE
Psalm 25:4 NASB
Make me know your ways, O Lord; Teach me Your paths.
2 chronicles 16: 7-14
The eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to Him.
How comforting is that!
Muriel in Ontario 2 Corinthians 4:2 (NIV)
Rather, we have renounced secret and shameful ways; we do not use deception, nor do we distort the word of God. On the contrary, by setting forth the truth plainly we commend ourselves to everyone’s conscience in the sight of God.
Wendy from Vero Beach:
“In him and
through faith in him
we may approach God
with freedom and confidence.”
Ephesians 3:12
NIV
Simone ~ Houma,LA
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he, and he shall lift you up. James 4:10 KJV
Ah Lord God! behold, thou hast made the heaven and earth by thy great power and stretched out arm, and there is nothing too hard for thee! Jeremiah 32:17 (AKJV)
Melisa from Missoula, MT
Jesus replied: Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.
Matthew 22:37 NIV
What is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou visitest him?
Psalm 8:4 KJV
LeAnn, Spring, TX
Isaiah 41:13 (NIV)
“For I am the LORD, your God, Who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.”
Joan Niv
Ephesians 1:18
I pray also that the eyes of your heart be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which He has called you, the rices of His glorious inheritance in the saints and His incomparably great power for us who believe. That power is like the working of His mighty strength
Janine – Corona, CA
“Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that GOD has promised to those who love Him.”
James 1:12 (NIV)
Mona Johnston, Iowa, La “Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act.”
â€â€Psalms‬ â€37:5‬ â€ESV‬‬
But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. Psalm 13:5 NIV
Kayley Hibbert Quincy, IL
Melba Groves, Minooka, IL, “Dear friend, you are faithful in what you are doing for the brothers, even though they are strangers to you.” 3 John 5
NIV version for 3 John 5
Beverly, Vicksburg, MS
“For day and night Your hand was heavy upon me; my strength was sapped as in the heat of summer.” Psalm 32:4 NIV
Mandy Gaede from Imperial, CA
Philippians 2:2 (NIV)
then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind.
Melissa from Sulphur, LA: “Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.” Ephesians 6:4 NIV
Christina from Kiln, MS
“I trust in you; do not let me be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me.” Psalm 25:2 NIV
Connie from Moss Bluff, LA: “Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.” Ephesians 6:4 NIV
Ruth Mather, Haiti
“and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.”
â€â€Ephesians‬ â€6:15‬ â€NIV‬‬
Deann Powers from Hawley Tx
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! Eph 2:8-9
Verse #4
“The Lord is slow to anger and great in power, and will not at all acquit the wicked. The Lord has His way in the whirlwind and in the storm, and the clouds are the dust of his feet.”
Nahum 1:3
Mary, Madison, MS “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” Hebrews 1:11 NIV
Victoria from Austin, Tx
“But those who trust in the LORD will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.”
â€â€Isaiah‬ â€40:31‬ â€NLT‬‬
Starting today with a grateful heart.
“I thank my God always when I remember you in my prayers.”
Philemon
Lisa H fr Georgetown, TX
(oh my…posted in verse 3 comment section…LOL)
Therefore, God’s chosen ones, holy and love, put on heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience, Colossians 3:12 HCSB
Judy, Oswego, NY
Psalm 47:2 NIV: ‘How awesome is the LORD Most High, the great King over all the earth!’
2-16-17 (KJV) Trials: Jame 1:2-4 ( 2. My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; 3.Knowing this,that the
trying of your faith worketh patience. 4. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye maybe perfect and entire, wanting nothing. )
Regina, Salado, TX
Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.
Ephesians 6:18 (NLT)
Jenny from Adairsville, GA I rejoiced greatly to find some of you walking in the truth, just as we were commanded by the Father. 2 John 4
Melissa F. from Blairsville, GA,
“Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!”
Psalms 27:14 ESV
Heather, Pickering, ON, Canada
“I wait for the LORD, my soul waits,
and in his word I put my hope.”
Psalm 130:5 NIV
Georgia Smith from Bristow, Oklahoma
Ephesians 4:32 – Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you. (ESV)
Lanette from Kingston NY
2 Cor 9.8 NIV
And God is able to bless you abundantly
So that in ALL things
at ALL times
having ALL you need
You will abound in every good work
Lauren Hance, Jersey Village, TX
Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast, it is not arrogant
1 Corinthians 13:4
Fawnda Dooley Denton, TX
“Lord, listen! Lord, forgive! Lord, hear and act! For your sake my God, do not delay, because your city and your people bear Your name.”
Daniel 9:19 NIV
Dawn Tolley, Appomattox, VA – “But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.” Matthew 7:14 (NIV)
Donna from Las Cruces, NM
Philippians 2:5 NASB Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus,
Naomi – Colorado Springs, CO. “Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths” Psalms 25:4 ESV
Carol, Kitchener, Ontario
He will cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.
Ps. 91:4 NIV
Louise Brinkman – Montgomery Village, MD Psalm 37:4 NIV Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart.
Kim, New Castle, PA Philippians 2:14-16a Do everything without grumbling or complaining so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation”. Then you will shine among them like the stars in the sky as you hold firmly to the Word of Life. NIV
Sherri from North Carolina – “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” I Thess. 5:18, ESV
Kaley, Morgantown, WV
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them that are called according to his purpose.
Romans 8:28 KJV
Wendy Buttrey, Acworth, Ga
He will cover you with his feathers.
He will shelter you with his wings.
His faithful promises are your armor and protection.
Psalms 91:4 NLT
Beverly Reeder, Columbus,Ms.
Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. I Corinthians 16:13 NIV
Tracy, Sidney Ohio
For certain men whose condemnation was written about long ago have secretly slipped in among you. They are godless men, who change the grace of our God into a license for immorality and deny Jesus Christ our only Sovereign and Lord. Jude 4 NIV