A case for memory scripture

There are millions, possibly billions, of quips and quotes, from the cute to the profound. Some of them are so catchy that they stick with us for the rest of our lives. But then, that is their purpose.

We Christians have been given a book of guidance; a book of promises fulfilled and promises to come, a book of solace in times of trouble, a book of encouragement in our most desolate hours.

We can tuck these words in our pockets on slips of paper to peek at in times of need or we can tuck them in our minds as constant assurances; but it would be wise to keep them handy in some way.

Joshua 1:8 (New King James Version)
8 This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.

Want to know how to treat your brother and sister?.... Check out the Book of Timothy as a starting point.

2 Timothy 2:22-28 (New King James Version)
22 Flee also youthful lusts; but pursue righteousness, faith, love, peace with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.
23 But avoid foolish and ignorant disputes, knowing that they generate strife.
24 And a servant of the Lord must not quarrel but be gentle to all, able to teach, patient,
25 in humility correcting those who are in opposition, if God perhaps will grant them repentance, so that they may know the truth,
26 and that they may come to their senses and escape the snare of the devil, having been taken captive by him to do his will.

….then the book of James….then see where the heart leads.
Concerned about salvation? Look at the second chapter of Acts for a primer, and continue to study to strengthen your faith and resolve.

Romans 10:9-10 (New King James Version)
9 that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.
10 For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation.

I love the Psalms. I love the powerful prayers for help, for forgiveness, in gratitude, in anguish, in awe! There is probably not an issue you wish to bring before God that does not have an example in the Psalms.
For helpful hints we have the Proverbs…quoted and misquoted all over the world.

Some carry small epistles in their pocket or purse to refer to during the day. Some carry “tracts” in wallets to absorb a particular reference. Some are having a “daily word” sent to their cell phones and computers.

We acknowledge that there is a powerful adversary who is alive and well and constantly on his job. We need to take advantage of all the support and protection available to us on this walk through life.

1 Peter 5:8 (English Standard Version)
8 Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.

We thank our God for the strength and protection of His Word.

Ephesians 6:11 (Contemporary English Version)
11Put on all the armor that God gives, so you can defend yourself against the devil's tricks.

Memory Scripture can be an important piece of that armor.

May God Forever Be a Blessing in Your Life!!!