Do you always memorize your verse in the same translation? I usually memorize in NIV or ESV, but as I'm studying and meditating on my verse I love to read it in lots of different translations. It's amazing how many different nuances and meanings you can get from the same verse just by changing one word or one piece of punctuation.
My verse for this time is II Timothy 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.
Saturday, August 15, 2015
Saturday, August 1, 2015
Verse 13
This morning I was listening to a Christian book while I ran. The author was talking about how as parents we have to learn to listen to our children, and as believers we have to learn to listen to God. He said people are always asking how to discern God's will in major life decisions, and part of the answer is to practice listening to Him in the everyday decisions.
I don't take the time to listen to God in the daily things. I simply rely on my own knowledge and common sense. While those things are gifts that God has given me to use, I also want to remember that I have the Holy Spirit to guide me. I want to practice listening to God and knowing His will daily.
Romans 12:2 (NIV)
Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is - his good, pleasing and perfect will.
On a side note, earlier today there was a devastating typhoon in Saipan. A friend from college is living there with her husband and two small children. They are safe, but lost their home and most belongings. She says there is no electricity and water on the island. Please pray for their safety, immediate needs, and peace.
I don't take the time to listen to God in the daily things. I simply rely on my own knowledge and common sense. While those things are gifts that God has given me to use, I also want to remember that I have the Holy Spirit to guide me. I want to practice listening to God and knowing His will daily.
Romans 12:2 (NIV)
Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is - his good, pleasing and perfect will.
On a side note, earlier today there was a devastating typhoon in Saipan. A friend from college is living there with her husband and two small children. They are safe, but lost their home and most belongings. She says there is no electricity and water on the island. Please pray for their safety, immediate needs, and peace.
Wednesday, July 15, 2015
Verse 12
This is verse 12 out of 24! You're halfway there! I'm going to take a shorter verse this time and try to spend a lot of time in review.
Last time Allison's verse stood out to me, so I copied it: "Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him." So this week I'm going to add on the next verse:
Proverbs 30:6 (ESV) "Do not add to his words, lest he rebuke you and you be found a liar."
Last time Allison's verse stood out to me, so I copied it: "Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him." So this week I'm going to add on the next verse:
Proverbs 30:6 (ESV) "Do not add to his words, lest he rebuke you and you be found a liar."
Wednesday, July 1, 2015
Verse 11
I'm copying Allison's verse. :)
Proverbs 30:5 NIV
Every word of God is flawless; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him.
Proverbs 30:5 NIV
Every word of God is flawless; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him.
Monday, June 15, 2015
Verse 10
Next week our family will be hosting a VBS-type event at our house. With our community at church, we've been praying about how to make a lasting impact with the kids and their families. One of the things we've focused on is trying to have conversations that move deeper than sports and weather. I already struggle with small talk, so the idea of moving beyond that makes me nervous. If you think of me in the next two weeks, please pray for grace and wisdom and words from the Holy Spirit.
My verse for the next two weeks is I Peter 3:15
"But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect..."
My verse for the next two weeks is I Peter 3:15
"But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect..."
Monday, June 1, 2015
Verse 9
Oops. It looks like a lot of us missed last time. Hopefully you were still working on a verse, but just forgot to post it. :) Either way, it's a new month now!
I'm going to stay in Colossians for one more verse. It's a short one, but a big message!
Colossians 1:17 NIV
He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.
I'm going to stay in Colossians for one more verse. It's a short one, but a big message!
Colossians 1:17 NIV
He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.
Friday, May 15, 2015
Verse 8
My youngest child's sleeping habits have been unpredictable the past few weeks. Between ear infections, teething, and a stomach bug, I can't plan a time when I know I can read my Bible alone. I've been so thankful for my index cards of verses to sneak in a few minutes here and there.
I'm finishing my passage from last time.
Colossians 6:8 NIV
See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the basic principles of the this world rather than on Christ.
I'm finishing my passage from last time.
Colossians 6:8 NIV
See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the basic principles of the this world rather than on Christ.
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