Because of a challenge I made with a friend and a mentor I have been memorizing 15 verses. It is much harder than I thought it would be. Not the memorizing part but the taking the time to do it. I have about 75% memorized and I have to say them tomorrow. It is amazing the situations that have come up that these verses were a perfect fit. I really do think God has a sense of humor. It is almost like He is testing me to see how well I am really learning them. I have never been one to memorize God's word, I am sad to say, but this challenge has opened my eyes. It is almost like I was a well that wasn't primed. I had water but was useless because my parts weren't working. These 15 verses are the water that has primed my soul. The water is now bubbling up and out. I am going to keep memorizing and hiding the very manna that feeds my soul. I am thirsty for more of the living water. Each week I am going to memorize 2 more verses. If anyone wants to join me I will be posting the verses every Monday. The verses for this week are:
1. James 1:19-20
Therefore my beloved brethren, let every man be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger; for the anger of man does not accomplish the righteousness of God.
2. Zephaniah 3:17
The Lord your God in your midst, the mighty One, will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness, He will quiet you in His love, He will rejoice over you in singing.
2 comments:
What a great idea, Becca! I have verses that I memorize with the kids, but I know that I could do better.
Isn't it completely awesome when God uses the very thing you've read in His Word to minister back to you. I can't imagine all that we've missed when we've not been reading (that hits home for me actually).
How wonderful!! I am memorizing verses with Amy this year when she does it in K5. We memorized Ps. 100: 1-5 for thanksgiving. We are working on Luke 2: 8-14 for Christmas. I have been so neglectful in this area. Had fun visiting with you Wed.
We need a girl's night out over this holiday season!
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