You make known to me the path of life;
you will fill me with joy in your presence,
with eternal pleasures at your right hand.
Psalms 16:11, NIV
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Verse 14: Hiding 20 in 2012 Scripture Memory Challenge
This past April, I had surgery. The surgeon I worked with was a confident fellow. He had superior knowledge and skill that was commendable and provided peace of mind to this patient. He used the tools of his trade effectively, and I am thankful for the outcome.
In his book Scripture by Heart: Devotional Practices for Memorizing God’s Word, Joshua Choonmin Kang compares the disciple seeking to memorize Scripture to a skilled surgeon:
“A trustworthy surgeon has access
to a variety of surgical instruments
and knows the function of each.
The Word of God operates in much the same way;
it has the power to remove corruption
and treat the sickness” (p.77).
How about you? Are you ready to effectively wield the tools God has provided in Scripture? Let’s hold each other accountable by Hiding 20 in 2012. In the comment section below, write out the verse you will be working on for the next two weeks. Make sure to include your first name, your home state, the verse’s address/location, and the Bible translation:
Lyli from Florida
“He did not waver
at the promise of God through unbelief,
but was strengthened in faith, giving glory to God.”
Romans 4:20, NKJV
Here’s a little play on words for all you Pinterest Fans. Rather than ‘Pin it,” let’s purpose to “Hide it.” I will end each post with a “Hide it” Suggested Verse.
“Hide it”:
For I consider that the sufferings
of this present time
are not worthy to be compared with the glory
which shall be revealed in us.
Romans 8:18, NKJV
Rise and Shine
Satisfy us in the morning
with Your faithful love
so that we may shout with joy
and be glad all our days.
Psalms 90:14, HCSB
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Verse 13: Hiding 20 in 2012 Scripture Memory Challenge
There are days where I lack stamina. I lose focus on tasks, and my mind wanders off to far away fantasy lands. I just wish I could get my mental faculties more firmly in grip. You know what I mean?
In his book Scripture by Heart: Devotional Practices for Memorizing God’s Word, Joshua Choonmin Kang explains how daily Scripture memorization strengthens our mental endurance:
“Our will can be strengthened by training.
The stronger our will,
the easier learning Scripture by heart becomes.
The more we memorize Scripture,
the more steadfast and consistent we become” (p. 64)
How about you? Are you ready to strengthen your will? Let’s hold each other accountable by Hiding 20 in 2012. In the comment section below, write out the verse you will be working on for the next two weeks. Make sure to include your first name, your home state, the verse’s address/location, and the Bible translation:
Lyli from Florida:
“But the end of all things is at hand;
therefore be serious and watchful in your prayers.”
I Peter 4:7, NKJV
Here’s a little play on words for all you Pinterest Fans. Rather than ‘Pin it,” let’s purpose to “Hide it.” I will end each post with a “Hide it” Suggested Verse.
“Hide it”:
If we endure,
we will also reign with Him,
if we deny Him,
He will also deny us.
II Timothy 2:12, NRSV
Verse 12: Hiding 20 in 2012 Scripture Memory Challenge
When I was a child, I loved playing the memory game concentration. It was like a treasure hunt for similar special trinkets. The more I played, the better I became at scoping out matching pairs.
Now as an adult, I also must remember that I need to cultivate spiritual concentration through Scripture memorization. In his book Scripture by Heart: Devotional Practices for Memorizing God’s Word, Joshua Choonmin Kang explains how daily Scripture memorization strengthens our thinking:
“Nothing is as indispensable
in leading a victorious life
as the power to concentrate.
Success doesn’t necessarily come
to those who work hard;
rather it comes to those
who work in a focused way.
When we learn Scripture by heart,
we grow in the sanctified habit
of concentration” (p. 61).
How about you? Are you ready to exercise your concentration skills? Let’s hold each other accountable by Hiding 20 in 2012. In the comment section below, write out the verse you will be working on for the next two weeks. Make sure to include your first name, your home state, the verse’s address/location, and the Bible translation:
Lyli from Florida:
“Let us pursue the things
which make for peace
and the things by which
one may edify one another.”
Romans 14:19, NKJV
Here’s a little play on words for all you Pinterest Fans. Rather than ‘Pin it,” let’s purpose to “Hide it.” I will end each post with a “Hide it” Suggested Verse.
“Hide it”:
“Life and death
are in the power of the tongue,
and those who love it
will eat its fruit.”
Proverbs 18:21, HCSB
Verse 11: Hiding 20 in 2012 Scripture Memory Challenge
I have so much respect for our men and women in uniform — they risk their lives every day to defend our freedoms. Their sacrifice makes my cozy life possible. May I never take that for granted.
I also must remember that I myself am a soldier engaged in a daily battle between good and evil. In his book Scripture by Heart: Devotional Practices for Memorizing God’s Word, Joshua Choonmin Kang explains how daily Scripture memorization strengthens the heart for spiritual warfare:
“Courage doesn’t mean
that a person has no fear.
Rather, it’s a response:
keep on advancing
in spite of the fear…
The words you commit to memory
will sustain you” (p56).
How about you? Are you ready to arm yourself for spiritual battle? Let’s hold each other accountable by Hiding 20 in 2012. In the comment section below, write out the verse you will be working on for the next two weeks. Make sure to include your first name, your home state, the verse’s address/location, and the Bible translation:
Lyli from Florida:
“Happy is the one
whose help is
the God of Jacob,
whose hope is
the Lord His God.”
Psalms 146:5 (HCSB)
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“Hide it”:
“Do not fear,
for I am with you,
do not be afraid,
for I am your God:
I will strengthen you,
I will help you,
I will uphold you
with my victorious right hand.”
Isaiah 41: 10, NRSV
Verse 10: Hiding 20 in 2012 Scripture Memory Challenge
During my recent hospital stay, I did not have a private room. Sharing a room with a complete stranger is not an easy task — especially when your neighbor is not a peaceful person. I was thankful when my neighbor was discharged so that I could rest. Peace is a wonderful thing.
In his book Scripture by Heart: Devotional Practices for Memorizing God’s Word, Joshua Choonmin Kang explains how daily Scripture memorization brings a special blessing:
Memorizing Scripture invites
the blessings of peace into your life (p.51).
How about you? Will you invite the blessing of peace into your heart? Let’s hold each other accountable by Hiding 20 in 2012. In the comment section below, write out the verse you will be working on for the next two weeks. Make sure to include your first name, your home state, the verse’s address/location, and the Bible translation:
Lyli from Florida:
“Heaven is My throne,
and earth is My footstool!
what sort of house
will you build for Me?”
says the Lord, “or
What is my resting place?”
Acts 7:49 (HCSB)
Here’s a little play on words for all you Pinterest Fans. Rather than ‘Pin it,” let’s purpose to “Hide it.” I will end each post with a “Hide it” Suggested Verse.
“Hide it”:
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts,
to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful.”
Colossians 3:15, NRSV
Satisfied
You satisfy me as with rich food;
my mouth will praise You with joyful lips.
Psalms 63:5, HCSB
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Verse 9: Hiding 20 in 2012 Scripture Memory Challenge
I recently had surgery and am still on the recovery road. Once I get the “all clear” from the doctors, one of my post-surgery goals is to get into a regular routine of exercise. My husband bought a big piece of equipment at a reasonably discounted price online, and the monstrous piece is now sitting in our family room.
In his book Scripture by Heart: Devotional Practices for Memorizing God’s Word, Joshua Choonmin Kang explains how daily Scripture memorization helps work out our spiritual muscles:
Learning Scripture by heart…is a form of spiritual exercise
and intellectual discipline that encourages us to make the right choice (p.48).
How about you? Are you spiritually exercising by memorizing God’s Word? Let’s hold each other accountable by Hiding 20 in 2012. In the comment section below, write out the verse you will be working on for the next two weeks. Make sure to include your first name, your home state, the verse’s address/location, and the Bible translation:
Lyli from Florida:
“Therefore I tell you,
do not worry
about your life,
what you will eat or drink;
or about your body,
what you will wear.
Is not life more than food,
and the body more than clothes?
Matthew 6:25 (NIV)
Here’s a little play on words for all you Pinterest Fans. Rather than ‘Pin it,” let’s purpose to “Hide it.” I will end each post with a “Hide it” Suggested Verse.
“Hide it”:
“The king is enthralled by your beauty;
honor Him, for He is your Lord.”
Psalms 45:11 (NIV 84′)
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Inexpressible
Though you have not seen Him,
you love Him.
Though you do not now see Him,
you believe in Him
and rejoice with joy that is
inexpressible and filled with glory…
I Peter 1:8, ESV
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