Monthly Memory Verse
Each month DCC has a verse to focus on for memorization. Please join us as we try to remember them throughout the year!
May
Ephesians 5:15-16, 15 So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. 16 Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days.
Verse Explanation:
The world, our flesh & our spiritual enemy will provide us with plenty of options to distract us from God's will & God's mission. The Christian needs to be discerning & intentional looking to maximize every moment & opportunity that God allows them to have in an effort to Love Him & love others!
April
Ephesians 6:12 - For we are not fighting against flesh-&-blood enemies, but against evil rulers & authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, & against evil spirits in the heavenly places.
Verse Explanation:
You may struggle to get along with "so & so". You may like "such & such" more over others, but your issue is not primarily with the other person...Your brother & sister in humanity...God's fellow image-bearer. Your issue stems from spiritual warfare. Extend grace & focus on the right enemy as you learn to walk in relationships with others.
March
Proverbs 24:10 - If you fail under pressure, your strength is too small.
Verse Explanation:
That your faith will be tested. That standing up for what is right will be unpopular at times. That you will face "persecution" for adhering to biblical truths. If tempted to give in in these situations remember the truth of Ephesians 3:20 & Joshua 1:9 & stand strong!
February
Joshua 1:9 - This is my command, be strong & courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.
Verse Explanation:
The Christian needs to fight the temptation to be fearful & timid about God, His mission for us & His commands for us. Because God promises to be with them in every situation, circumstance, location & outcome.
January
Ephesians 3:20 - Now all glory to God, who is able, through His mighty power at work within us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.
Verse Explanation:
God receives & gets the glory as Christians dream big, pray big & act in faith. The Spirit enables believers to accomplish infinitely more for the Kingdom of God than we could even dream possible.