Day 5: Patrice Stapp
Psalm 42:8 By day the Lord directs His love, at night His song is with me—a prayer to the God of my life.
I trusted in Christ at age 16 when I was introduced to the Word of God at youth group and received a Bible from my friend Joyce who had invited me. This began a chapter of my life that would change it forever. My boast is in the Word of God. As a child, I had a card with the Fruit of the Spirit printed on it. I tacked it above my light switch and saw it every day. God’s Word was drawing me before I even knew what the Bible was.
Later, I found the verses in Galatians 5:22-23 and a friend, Ron, explained that in the KJV patience was described as long-suffering. When the trials came, I held onto this.
Another verse that made a strong impression on me was one that I heard the first time I went to youth group; 2 Corinthians 6:14. The pastor was explaining the importance of being equally yoked in relationships and I took this to heart. This guided me to a marriage partner of 49 years, Ed. Verses like this help us to understand that God is with us and He guides and directs our lives.
Another favorite verse with a practical application is in James 1:22-25 “Be doers of the Word…” Look it up. :)
I love to read and write the Word of God. There are Scripture verses in every room of my home. If you have a favorite verse, I will write it and laminate it for you.
Jesus said, “If you continue in My Word, you really are my disciples. You will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free.” John 8:31
This month I turned 70 and I could boast all day about the Word of God. I am standing on It’s Truth. John 17:17, Sanctify them by the Truth. Your Word is Truth.
Isaiah 40:8 The grass withers and the flowers fade, but the Word of our God stands forever
Prayer
I would like to echo this verse from the Amplified Bible as a prayer:
Colossians 3:15-17 Let the peace of Christ [the inner calm of one who walks daily with Him] be the controlling factor in your hearts [deciding and settling questions that arise]. To this peace indeed you were called as members in one body [of believers] and be thankful [to God always]. Let the [spoken] Word of Christ have its home within you [dwelling in your heart and mind—permeating every aspect of your being] as you teach [spiritual things] and admonish and train one another with all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs with thankfulness in your hearts to God. Whatever you do [no matter what it is] in word or deed, do everything in the Name of the Lord Jesus [and in dependence on Him], give thanks to God the Father through Him.
I trusted in Christ at age 16 when I was introduced to the Word of God at youth group and received a Bible from my friend Joyce who had invited me. This began a chapter of my life that would change it forever. My boast is in the Word of God. As a child, I had a card with the Fruit of the Spirit printed on it. I tacked it above my light switch and saw it every day. God’s Word was drawing me before I even knew what the Bible was.
Later, I found the verses in Galatians 5:22-23 and a friend, Ron, explained that in the KJV patience was described as long-suffering. When the trials came, I held onto this.
Another verse that made a strong impression on me was one that I heard the first time I went to youth group; 2 Corinthians 6:14. The pastor was explaining the importance of being equally yoked in relationships and I took this to heart. This guided me to a marriage partner of 49 years, Ed. Verses like this help us to understand that God is with us and He guides and directs our lives.
Another favorite verse with a practical application is in James 1:22-25 “Be doers of the Word…” Look it up. :)
I love to read and write the Word of God. There are Scripture verses in every room of my home. If you have a favorite verse, I will write it and laminate it for you.
Jesus said, “If you continue in My Word, you really are my disciples. You will know the Truth and the Truth will set you free.” John 8:31
This month I turned 70 and I could boast all day about the Word of God. I am standing on It’s Truth. John 17:17, Sanctify them by the Truth. Your Word is Truth.
Isaiah 40:8 The grass withers and the flowers fade, but the Word of our God stands forever
Prayer
I would like to echo this verse from the Amplified Bible as a prayer:
Colossians 3:15-17 Let the peace of Christ [the inner calm of one who walks daily with Him] be the controlling factor in your hearts [deciding and settling questions that arise]. To this peace indeed you were called as members in one body [of believers] and be thankful [to God always]. Let the [spoken] Word of Christ have its home within you [dwelling in your heart and mind—permeating every aspect of your being] as you teach [spiritual things] and admonish and train one another with all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs with thankfulness in your hearts to God. Whatever you do [no matter what it is] in word or deed, do everything in the Name of the Lord Jesus [and in dependence on Him], give thanks to God the Father through Him.
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