A wonderful "problem" of having so many people participate is that we have quite a few duplicate names. From now on, let's post our first name, last initial, and where we live. That will help us keep people straight and hopefully help us get to know each other more easily in this little online community. So with that in mind, here's my verse for this time around:
Megan L. from San Marcos: If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not keep a tight rein on his tongue, he deceives himself and his religion is worthless. James 1:26 NIV
I really enjoyed reading through your selected Bible verses last time. It was neat to read what some of you wrote about why you picked your verse. I'm excited to read round two, so have at it!
32 comments:
Deb G., Ohio
Galatians 5:6, NIV
"For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision has any value. The only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love."
Choosing to memorize a verse about circumcision might be a little weird, but I like the theme: don't get caught up in legalistic details. Just show people God's love.
Jenny A., Fallbrook, CA
"Here's what I want: Give me a God-listening heart so I can lead your people well, discerning the difference between good and evil. For who on their own is capable of leading your glorious people?" 1 Kings 3:9 (MSG)
I came across this verse a while ago and liked the application to being a mom and leading God's "glorious people" -- my boys.
Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 (KJV). Lynette Cooper, Fallbrook CA
Belinda G., Escondido CA
"But He said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is made perfect in weakness." Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me." 2 Corinthians 12:9 NIV
I listened to an awesome sermon by Matt Moore from Cornerstone Church, Simi Valley that talked about serving God, the ministries we get involved in, etc. based on our strengths vs. weaknesses. I want to be more open to God using me where I am not comfortable and feel inadequate so that I can see His power and He can get even more glory in my life.
Ginny D, Carlsbad
2 Tim 3:16,17 NIV
All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.
Danae L., from Escondido: "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
I was excited this a.m. to realize it was the 15th and time to post our next verse. Before church began, I was thinking about which verse I wanted to use for #2; during the sermon, our pastor encouraged us to memorize just the beginning of this verse. And that is how I came up with this verse for the next couple weeks. In order to grow and to fulfill what God intends for me as his follower, I need to be rooted in Christ. Blessings to you all as you start #2!
Sarah S. from Escondido: "'I desire mercy, and not sacrifice,' for I came not to call the righteous, but sinners." - Matthew 9:13
Rebecca L., from Fallbrook -
John 15:5 NIV - "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."
(As for commentary, ditto what Danae said!)
Rachel G from Indianapolis, IN
This Good News tells us how God makes us right in his sight. This is accomplished from start to finish by faith. As the Scripture's say, "It is through faith that a righteous person has life."
Romans 1:17 NLT
Erika S., Albuquerque - "And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28 NKJV
Amanda J., Escondido, CA: "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 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. Colossians 3:12-14
Jill K., Elizabethtown, Pa
"Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."
1 Thessalionians 5:16-17
My grandfather passed away last week, so the reminder to give thanks in all circumstnces is helpfu right now.
Natalie M. (Pittsburgh, PA!):
"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen." Ephesians 4:29
I am so thankful for this memory challenge! The verse that I memorized at the start of the month became my mantra! God laid this verse on my heart & I'm so excited to see how he uses this new one!
Traci W. San Marcos
For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 NIV
So this is the quintessential Christian verse and I don't yet know it by memory. Time to learn :)
Karen K.from Carlsbad:
Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things He does for me. Psalm 103:2
(NLT)
Stacie L. from Kisumu, Kenya
Because of Christ and our faith in him, [fn] we can now come boldly and confidently into God's presence. Ephesians 3:12 (NLT)
Jill L., from Beaumont: "Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price." I Corinthians 6:19-20a NIV
I didn't grow up memorizing the Heidelberg catechism but was reminded in church this morning of its importance in understanding why I believe what I believe. My goal is to hit some of those questions and answers and memorize a verse that goes with each one. The above verse fits Q&A #1.
Cari (South Carolina) "Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually!" Psalm 105:4 ESV
Mindy M, Escondido, CA
Psalm 116:8-9 (ESV)
For you have delivered my soul from death,
my eyes from tears,
my feet from stumbling;
I will walk before the LORD
in the land of the living.
Just one of those verses and I was reading and it just hit me, wow am I unworthy yet blessed.
Sarah V, Escondido
Proverbs 14:16
A wise man fears the Lord and shuns evil, but a fool is hotheaded and reckless.
Joy P. from Syracuse, NY
"It is God who works in you both to will and to do of His good pleasure." Phil. 2:13 NKJ
How awesome is our God that even our willingness to please Him comes from Him, an assurance that He's with us and already at work in us...so freeing!
Thanks for hosting this blog, Megan!
Janaye H. Torrance CA
2Timothy 2:23 NIV
"Don't have anything to do with foolish and stupid arguments, because you know they produce quarrels."
Sometimes I find myself irritated by the silliest things, I need the patience to let them go and not start an argument over it.
Edie G from Albuquerque
"I am the Lord your God who brought you out of Egypt. Open wide your mouth and I will fill it." Psalm 81:10 (NIV)
This is what this year is dedicated to and what this memory verse blog is all about.
Gabrielle P. in Yorktown,Va:
"Don't be afraid," the prophet answered. "Those who are with us are more than those who are with them." 2 Kings 6:16 (NIV)
This is a verse I love to tell friends/family when they're going through a tough or scary time. However, I always have to sum it up and I never remember the actual verse number. It would mean more if I'd be able to say exactly where to go look for it.
I lost track of time and forgot to post verse one which was Romans 1:16-17
I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ; for it is the power of God to salvation for all who believe. First the Jew and then the Gentile. For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith; as it is written, "the just shall live by faith."
My second verse is Psalms 25:4-5
Show me your ways, oh Lord, teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth and teach me.
I love this and have been so inspired to learn verses for the first time in a while! Thanks for doing this! =)
Kelli S
Katy W., Carlsbad, CA
Jill K., I'm sorry to hear about your loss. Praying for you and your family.
Nice to "see" you, Edie G.!
Well, all... I am definitely a newbie to blogging! I thought my post from Jan. 1st disappeared. I knew I saw my subsequent post at the blog, but I couldn't find it! Then I realized that I --along with 3 other ladies-- had posted January 1st verses to the "Instructions" page instead of the " Verse 1 " page. LOL!
This Sunday, I was excited when I remembered that it was the 15th. I even had my eldest son drill me on my first verse, so I knew I could focus on the next verse. And I highlighted this week's verse in my bible on Sunday afternoon. Then, I stupidly sat around waiting for an email from Megan or the blog. Duh! (Too bad I didn't ask you on Sunday morning, Megan.) I finally went "investigating" from the last email you sent out.
So, I am now "following" the blog. Hopefully, that means I'll get emails from it.
[Megan, you might consider sending an email to the 10 ladies that posted 2 weeks ago that haven't posted yet for this week. My guess is that they are the same 10 ladies that aren't "following" the blog and maybe 3 of them are those who posted Jan. 1st verses to the Instructions page before I did. LOL! Some of them might be in the blog-clueless department with me. You might also want to let Haley know where to post this week's verse. I just noticed her 2nd verse listed at the Jan. 1st thread. JAT]
ANYWAY! LOL! My verse(s) for this week are: 2 Tim 3:16-17 (ESV)
"All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be competent, equipped for every good work."
Ginny D., I had to smile when I read that you and I picked the same verses. Did you also pick them because of Bryan M.'s readily having them on the tip of his tongue at the end of Sunday School this week? ;-)
Katy W., Carlsbad, CA
Karen P
Psalm 3:5-6
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;
in all your ways acknowledge Him and he will make your paths straight.
Lean not on your own understanding....I must acknowlege this daily! If I look at my circumstances fear can set in. God did not give us a spirit of fear!!
Sorry I am late, I was traveling...
"Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him. Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken." Psalm 62:1-2
Michelle G, from Torrance, California
Melissa L,
San Marcos, CA
Thanks for the email Megan. I'm going to follow this blog so I can get the reminder email. (Is there such a thing?)
"For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek." Romans 1:16
I'm going to do one very from each chapter of Romans as Eric Watkins suggested.
Summer Jeromin
(A little late)Holland, MI
New International Version (©1984)
Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures.
Cause sometimes, I just don't understand the Scriptures.
Oh, and the reference is Luke 24:45.
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