Scripture Memory: November 1

Better late than never I suppose... Again. ;)

I can't believe we are on scripture # 21 already!! WOW! Where has the year gone??? It's overwhelming to me how quickly the time passes.

Here is my scripture memorization for November 1...

Romans 12:2 (NLT)
"Don't copy the behavior of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will know what God wants you to do and you will know how good and pleasing and perfect His will really is."

God's will is good, pleasing and perfect!

AMEN for that!

Happy November friends!! Press on with your scripture memory! I am praying for you!

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,



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Scripture Memory: October 15

I am in the middle of an amazing bible study on the life of David in the Old Testament. And what an amazing study this has been! I am learning so much about this man, David, who was beautifully called A Man After God's Own Heart. Oh how I LONG to have the virtues of David!

Just after David began his 40-year reign over Israel, he penned the words written in 2 Samuel 7:18-29, offering thanks to God for His grace and for bringing him THIS FAR. In his quite time with God he sits before Him and says these beautiful words that will be my verse for October 15...

2 Samuel 7:18 (NLT)
"Then King David went in and sat before the Lord and prayed, 'Who am I, O Sovereign Lord, and what is my family, that you have brought me this far?'""

I, like King David, beg of my Savior, "WHO AM I... that You would choose to bring me this far? WHO AM I... that You would choose to bless me in all these ways? WHO AM I? WHO AM I?

Thank you, Father, for your faithfulness to your lowly servant!

What's YOUR verse for October 15?

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,



www.wendybender.blogspot.com

Scripture Memory: October 1

Once again... the date for the Scripture Memory snuck up on me and I totally forgot to post my verse. ALTHOUGH I must say I was thinking about it... I just failed to post it. So - here it is. Almost a week late. Forgive me?

This month's verse has been SUCH an inspiration to me this year. It comes from the Apostle Paul and in his letter to the church in Philippi he pens the words of my October 1st memory verse:

Phil 4:11-12
"I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with full stomach or empty, with plenty or little."

I pray that we can ALL be inspired to live like Paul did. Content with what we have. Grateful for everything... little or small. Satisfied.

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,



www.wendybender.blogspot.com

Scripture Memory: September 15

I am a couple days late... BUT... better late than never! ;)

I woke up this morning to the sweet smell of fall. Cool temps... sunny skies... a light dew on the grass. And I was so thankful. Thankful for another day. Thankful for the Michigan seasons. Thankful that we have an amazing God who loves us more than we could ever know!

Here is my September 15th Scripture memory verse:

1 Cor. 10:31 (NLT)
"Whatever you eat or drink or whatever you do, you must do all for the glory of God."

That means everything. All for the glory of God.

Everything.

That means when you're driving your car.
And when you're disciplining your children
And when you're serving at your church.
And when you're cleaning your house.

Everything. All for His glory. We all have the opportunity to do our best for Him. Because He loves us all so much!



What is YOUR verse for September 15? I'd love to hear from you!

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,



www.wendybender.blogspot.com

Scripture Memory: September 1

I absolutely LOVE the start to the fall season. Football. Sweaters. Cooler weather. Leaves falling. I LOVE everything about it!

I hope that you are enjoying this first day of September!

Here is my September 1st Scripture memory verse:

1 Thes 5:17-18 (NLT
"Always be joyful. Keep on praying. No matter what happens, always be thankful, for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus."

Joyful. It doesn't mean the same as happy. You can have a bad day and still be filled with JOY. Why? Because YOU belong to Christ Jesus! And there's GOODNESS and THANKFULNESS found in that! :)

What is YOUR verse for September 1? I'd love to hear from you!

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,



www.wendybender.blogspot.com

Scripture Memory: August 15

Well - back to school is just right around the corner. Stores are filled with all the great school supplies (don't ya just love the smell of new, fresh pencils and notebooks?) and there's a feeling in the air that change is a coming! The end of August means back to the grindstone. Back to schedules and homework. I am so thankful that God gives us fresh beginnings, aren't you?

If you have chosen to join me on this scripture memorization journey... know that I am proud of you. And that I have been praying for you since the first week of January!

Here is my verse for August 15:

Psalm 51:10 (NLT)
"Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a right spirit within me.”

Just like the school year is fresh and new... I ask God to renew in ME a clean heart. A heart like His.

What's the verse YOU'VE chosen this August 15th?

I am praying for you!

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,



www.wendybender.blogspot.com

Scripture Memory: July 15

If you have chosen to join me on this scripture memorization journey... know that I am proud of you. And that I have been praying for you since the first week of January!

I know I am a couple days late on this... but better late than never! :)

Here is my verse for July 15:

Eph 1:4 (NLT)
"Long ago, even before He made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without fault in His eyes.”

What's the verse YOU'VE chosen this July 15th??

I am praying for you!

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,



www.wendybender.blogspot.com

Scripture Memory: July 1

If you have chosen to join me on this scripture memorization journey... know that I am proud of you. And that I have been praying for you since the first week of January! It's hard to believe that we are at July first already!!! Incredible! One of the many things I'm learning through this is that MAN the year FLIES by fast!!!

Here is my verse for July 1:

1 Peter 5:6-7 (NLT)
"So, humble yourselves under the mighty power of God and at the right time He will lift you up in honor. Give all your worries and cares to God, He cares for you.”

What's the verse YOU'VE chosen this July 1st??

I am praying for you!

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,



www.wendybender.blogspot.com

Scripture Memory: June 15

If you have chosen to join me on this scripture memorization journey... know that I am proud of you. And that I have been praying for you since the first week of January! If you have decided to join me on this mission of getting closer to God through His word... do you realize that we have already covered TWELVE verses of scripture??? This is exciting friends! Don't give up! I am so proud of you... and God is even more proud of your accomplishment!

Here is my verse for June 15:

Psalm 19:14 (NLT)
"May the words of my mouth and the thoughts of my heart be pleasing to You O Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer.”

What's the verse YOU'VE chosen this June 15th??

I am praying for you!

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,



www.wendybender.blogspot.com

Scripture Memory: June 1

JUNE?? Already???

So... how is your scripture memorization going??? I'd love to hear! Don't forget to comment here on the blog! I love hearing from you!

Here is my verse for June 1:

Col. 3:15 (NLT)
"And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body, you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful.”

What's the verse YOU'VE chosen to start this beautiful summer??

Remember - don't get discouraged. This memorization journey is not intended to frustrate or overwhelm you. It's intended to grow you closer to God through His word. If you find yourself needing to do a verse over again... then do it! There are no rules here. :)

I am praying for you!

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,

Scripture Memory: May 15

Hey friends - - how is your scripture memorization going??? I'd love to hear! Don't forget to comment here on the blog! I love hearing from you!

Here is my verse for May 15:

Deut. 31:8 (NLT)
"Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord will personally go ahead of you. He will be with you; he will neither fail you nor abandon you.”

Don't you just love that verse? I have decided on one that really speaks to me as I go through some personally challenging times in my life. I LOVE to remind myself that God is with me - not matter what!

What's the verse YOU'VE chosen for May 15??

Remember - don't get discouraged. This memorization journey is not intended to frustrate or overwhelm you. It's intended to grow you closer to God through His word. If you find yourself needing to do a verse over again... then do it! There are no rules here. :)

I am praying for you!

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,

Scripture Memory: May 1

Hey Friends!!

I can hardly believe that we are already on memory verse # 9!!! THANK you for those of you who are on this journey with me to knowing God's word better! I pray this has been a real encouraging time for you as it has been for me!

Here is my verse for May 1:

Phil 3:8 (NLT)
"Everything else is worthless when compared to the priceless gain of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord."

Your turn! What's the verse YOU'VE chosen for May 1??

Praying for you daily!!

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,

Scripture Memory: April 15

Is it just me or has this month already FLOWN by??

Sweet friends - - how is your scripture memorization going??? I'd love to hear! Don't forget to comment here on the blog! I love hearing from you!

Here is my verse for April 15:

Romans 11:33 (NLT)
"Oh, how great are God’s riches and wisdom and knowledge! How impossible it is for us to understand his decisions and his ways!"

What's the verse YOU'VE chosen for April 15??

Remember - don't get discouraged. This memorization journey is not intended to frustrate or overwhelm you. It's intended to grow you closer to God through His word. If you find yourself needing to do a verse over again... then do it! There are no rules here. :)

I am praying for you!

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,

Scripture Memory: April 1

No April Fooling today on The Journey! :) We are knee-deep in God's word!

By the way - is it just me or is it simply CRAZY that we are already in the 2nd quarter of 2011??? WOWzers!

Here is my verse for April 1:

Lamentations 3:22 (NLT)
"The unfailing love of the Lord never ends. By His mercies we have been kept from complete destruction."

Your turn! What's the verse YOU'VE chosen for April 1??

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,

Scripture Memory: Mar 15

I thought about the scripture memorization post on the 15th. I promise. But - it was my wedding anniversary and I spent the day with my wonderful husband. :) I'm back now... and ready for another scripture memory verse!!

I'd LOVE to hear from those of you who are participating in this scripture journey with me! You can read more about this challenge here.

Here is my verse for March 15:

James 2:14 (NLT)
"Dear brothers and sisters, what's the use of saying you have faith if you don't prove it by your actions."

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,

Scripture Memory: Mar 1

I can hardly believe them month of March is already here!!! So many good things about this month... not the least of which is it's my BIRTHDAY month! :) You heard it right - Birthday MONTH. Around here we celebrate the whole month long. So - let the festivities begin!! :) Haha!

Are YOU doing this challenge too???? If so - comment on the blog! I'd love to hear about how you are doing! :)

Here is the verse for March 1:

2 Corinthians 12:9 (NIV)
"But He {Jesus} 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.""

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,

Scripture Memory: Feb 15

Well - this will be my THIRD memory verse for the year so far. It's been a little bit of a challenge for me, since memorization doesn't come so easy for me - but it's so good to be absorbing God's word this way!

Are YOU doing this challenge too???? If so - comment on the blog! I'd love to hear about how you are doing! :)

Here is the verse for February 15:

Psalm 143:8 (NLT)
"Let me hear of Your unfailing love to me in the morning, for I am trusting You. Show me where to walk, for I have come to You in prayer."

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,

Scripture Memory: Feb 1

Hey Blogworld!

Well - for those of you who have decided to join me on this scripture memorization journey (and yes - there are some of you out there), HERE is my February 1 memorization.

I'd LOVE to hear from you on how your memorization is going!! Email me or post a comment here. You can read all about the challenge here.

Remember to post a comment here on this post and share with us what verse or verses you are memorizing for the first part of February! :)

Eph 5:16-17 (NLT)
"Make the most of every opportunity for doing good in these evil days. Don't act thoughtlessly, but try to understand what the Lord wants you to do."

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,

Scripture Memory: Jan 15

Here is my January 15 scripture memory verse. (Wow - did the 15th sneak up on us or WHAT??)

Happy Memorizing for those of you who are joining in me in this journey!

Phil 4:6 (NLT)
"Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done."

Me, worry? Lord - I need your help!

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,

Scripture Memory: Jan 1

So - here is my first scripture memorization (see original post here). I'm a little late - so I'm keeping it simple as to be able to memorize it in 4 short days. :) Hope to "see" you on the journey!

Col. 3:23 (NLT)
"Work hard and cheerfully at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people."

Finding JOY in the JOurneY,