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
1 Timothy 1:8 HCSB
So don’t be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, or of me His prisoner. Instead, share in suffering for the gospel, relying on the power of God.
Jennifer from Rockwall, TX
When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise.
Proverbs 10:19 (NIV)
I commit to hiding in my heart 2nd Timothy 2:15 from the NET:
Make every effort to present yourself before God as a proven worker who does not need to be ashamed teaching the message of Truth accurately.
Gretchen, Gahanna Ohio
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.
2 Corinthians 4:2 NIV
Apryl from Raleigh, NC
“Devote yourselves to prayer with an alert mind and a
thankful heart.”
Colossians 4:2 (NLT)
Heather Morgan from Waxahachie, TX
Matthew 11:28-30 NLT
Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.”
Becca from Columbus, GA
There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death. For God has done what the law, weakened by the flesh, could not do. By sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh and for sin, he condemned sin in the flesh, in order that the righteous requirement of the law might be fulfilled in us, who walk not according to the flesh but according to the Spirit. For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace.
Romans 8:1-6
Sharon Lee, Riverside, Ca.
An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up.
Proverbs 12:25 NIV
Judy, Virginia
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”
1 Peter 4:10 NIV
If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. James 1:5 ESV
Peggy from Santa Ana, CA:
And He said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace, and be healed of your affliction.” Mark 5:34 NAS
Kay … WV
Trust in the Lord and do good,
Dwell in tbe land and befriend faithfulness.Psalm 37:3 (NASB)
Sherry~ Layton UT
Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.
Ann Basile from Lilburn, Ga
“Your ways, O Lord, make known to me; teach me your paths . . . ”
Psalm 25:4
NAB
So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience; bearing with one another, and forgiving each other, whoever has a complaint against anyone; just as the Lord forgave you, so also should you. Col. 3:12,13 NASB
Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. Ephesians 6:13 (NIV)
Kat Teeple from Ossian, Indiana
We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making His appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God. 2 Corinthians 5:20
Lavan from Denver CO
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
Hillary, Ft worth, TX
“Finally, be strong in the Lord, and in the strength of HIS might”
Ephesians 6:10 NASB
Tina Crouch
Waxahachie, Texas
Psalms 32:9 – NLT
Do not be like a senseless horse or mule that needs a bit and bridle to keep it under control.
Erika Young, Mechanicsville, VA
Make your ways known to me, Lord; teach me your Your paths.
Psalm 24:4 (HCSB)
Donna Keller from Krugerville, TX
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness and all these things shall be added to you.
~ Matthew 6:33 NKJV
Dina/Grand Rapids MI
““Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
â€â€Matthew‬ â€5:3‬ â€NIV‬‬
Susan from VA
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men.” Colossians 3:23
“Words kill, words give life; they’re either poison or fruit – you choose.” Proverbs 18:21 (MSG)
Mindy from Granger, IN
John 14:17(NIV)
17 the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you.
And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them. 1 John 4:16 NIV
Darcy from Parker, CO
“However, he has given each one of us a special gift through the generosity of Christ. That is why the Scriptures say, “When he ascended to the heights, he led a crowd of captives and gave gifts to his people.”
Ephesians 4:7-8 NLT
Diane Morgan, Mesa, Arizona
“The Lord is compassionate and gracious,
Slow to anger and abounding in lovingkindness.”
Psalm 103:8 NASB
Denise, Greer, SC: So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day.
2 Corinthians 4:16, ESV
Mary Saul
Houston, TX
Therefore, I remind you to keep ablaze the gift of God that is in you through the laying on of my hands. 2 Timothy 1:6 HCSB
Denise D Gilroy, CA
Finally brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable- if anything is excellent or praiseworthy- think about such things.
Philippians 4:8 NIV
Tracy L. Richlands, NC
“And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding so that we may know the true One. We are in the true One — that is, in His Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life.”
â€â€1 John‬ â€5:20‬ â€HCSB‬‬
Amanda Grasza, Calgary, AB
“For I will pour water on the thirsty land,
and streams on the dry ground;
I will pour my Spirit upon your offspring,
and my blessing on your descendants.”
Isaiah 44:3 ESV
Carolyn, Chicago
You will find me when you seek me if your love for me in in earnest.
Jeremiah 29:15 The Living Bible Paraphrased
Liz Burns, Brattleboro VT “Behold, I made him a witness to the peoples, a leader and commander for the peoples.” Is. 55:4 ESV
Yvette Smith from Clarkston: It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery…Galatians 5:1
Kelly, Missouri City, TX: ” The Lord detests the sacrifice of the wicked , but the prayer of the upright pleases Him.” Proverbs 15:8ESV
Nancy T from Birmingham, AL
If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. James 1:5 NIV
Elizabeth from Falls Church, VA
“No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.”
Hebrews 12:11 NIV
Lori Maddox of Bushnell FL: “So don’t be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, or of me His prisoner. Instead, share in suffering for the gospel, relying on the power of God. He has saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works, but according to His own purpose and grace, which was given to us in Christ Jesus before time began. This has now been made evident through the apprearing of our Savior Christ Jesus, who has abolished death and has brought life and immortality to light through the gospel. 2 Timothy 1:8-10 HCSB
Blessed are the meek,
For they shall inherit the earth.
Dorelle Hogan, Hot Springs, AR, “My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is more me forever.” Psalm 73:26
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Matthew 5:6 NIV
“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”
â€â€Psalms‬ â€119:105‬ â€ESV‬‬
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you and watch over you” Psalm 32:8 (NIV)
Barbi Mader,Post Falls, Idaho. May the God of hope fill you with joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. Romans 15:13 ESV
Pam from Grove, Oklahoma. “For your Maker is your husband–the Lord Almighty is His name–the Holy One of Israel is your Redeemer ; He is called the God of all the earth.” Is. 54:5
NIV
Romans 12:4 ESV
For as in one body we have many members, and the members do not all have the same function,
Cheryl from Phoenixville, PA. Jesus said, You know the way to the place where I am going. Thomas said, Lord, we do not know where you are going, so how can we know the way? John 14:4,5 NIV