I promised some new changes to the blog for 2011 and they are already starting to take shape: new colors and theme for the winter, baby countdown for Addy's baby, and the beginning of the Scripture Memorization Challenge.
This really is a challenge - whether you're part of the family or friend who stops in - take this challenge: Memorize the Monthly Scripture. A Bible teacher friend of mine once told me that when we memorize scripture it gives the Holy Spirit a bigger vocabulary. So it's time to expand your vocab folks.
Here's how it will work: Each month, on the first, a new verse will appear along with some resources and memorization tips and tricks. We will devise some sort of prize or recognition in December for everyone who participates. Let me know if you have any ideas. So let's get crackin'
Tip #1 Get some notecards. Write the verse down on a card and put it in a place that you will see it every day (your car, bathroom mirror, the fridge, the coffee maker, get creative folks). Memorize it in small chunks putting it together as time goes by.
January's Scripture theme is Christ the Center
2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV) Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come.If you want to memorize this scripture in a different version feel free; you will still be eligible for all of the encouragement, prizes, and recognition! Here are a couple of other versions of the verse: Other versions of 2 Cor 5:17
Just another thought. Write the reference "2 Cor 5:17" on your card and memorize it as well. I usually say it before and after the verse when I am working on memory work.
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ReplyDeleteLove this verse too! It was the theme verse for a National Youth Gathering I went to in high school. I have my note cards ready! I'm excited to do this with the boys : )
ReplyDeleteJoy so glad that you and the boys are going to join me in this! Emily Ann - I hope that means you are in too. We can do it! -t
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