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The other day we were in church and the pastor asked for testimonies. So naturally my mind began to think 'OK, what can I testify about?'. The funny thing is that I didn't or couldn't think about any particular 'thing' that God had done for me. All I could think about was the following verse.I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me. - Galatians 2:20
To be honest, at first it suprised me because I don't normally think about Scripture when I think of a testimony. But after thinking about it for awhile I was thrilled - although it may be hard to put into words why. I just know that right now in my life it's not about things - it's about Him. It's not about victories or miracles or even answered prayers - it's about dying to self so that He can live in me.
So that verse literally is my testimony. So here's my question to you - what verse of Scripture would you choose to be your testimony?
I did not want to be first! Although I have many (as many of you do), the first one that comes to my mind is Philippians 1:6. It comes to mind when I think "Oh God, I need this or that worked in me", I am reminded I can be confident that He will finish the work He started. Hebrews tells me He is the author and finisher of my faith. Yes indeed, Philippians 1:6 is a testimony of mine.
ReplyDeleteI have two verses that have been near and dear to my heart. There have been many times in my life where I've been called to do something I felt I was not able to do, primarily because of fear, so Phil. 4:13 has been a verse that I've clung to for years -- "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Repeating & believing that promise has helped get me through some hard places.
ReplyDeleteThe other is 1John 1:9 -- "If we confess our sins, He is faithful & righteous to forgive us our sins & to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." Practicing this verse restores my fellowship with Him and allows me to continue to go forward in my personal walk with Christ.
Colossians 3:1-3 When my mind seems to be all about what is happening to me, I am reminded of these verses.
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ReplyDeleteJeremiah 15:16 Your words were found and I ate them, And your words became to me a joy and the delight of my heart; For I have been called by your Name Oh LORD God of Hosts.
ReplyDeleteThis verse gave me a sense of security about my Salvation for a strange reason. I was addicted to His Word and I loved studying and learning His Truth. I was pretty certain that only the indwelling Holy Spirit could give me that "joy and desire".
A testimony verse? I have so many favorites but I don't think I have thought of a testimony verse. As I was looking at some of my favorites, I was reminded this is a favorite verse, but not necessarily a testimony verse.
ReplyDeleteI can't answer your question, but I can say I am thinking.
Your question and then the comment by anonymous made me stop and think that I really don't have a testimony verse, but I sure am deciding I want one.
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ReplyDeleteI waited patiently for the Lord, he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. He put a new song in my mouth a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear and put their trust in the Lord. Blessed is the man who makes the Lord his trust, who does not look to the proud, to those who turn aside to false gods. Many, O Lord my God are the wonders you have doned.The things you planned for us no one can recount to you;
Ezekiel 16:4-6 - Verses are too long to post, but basically these verses came alive 20+ years ago when I was going thru a period of learning to forgive and let go of my past. God as a father cared enough about me to pick me up, wash me, clothe me, but most of all He chose to love me and show me compassion. God showed me what a father and family was suppose to be. The verses still touch me today and a reminder that if you continue with the rest of Ezekiel, she becomes a harlot so I need to continually keep my focus on the Lord, the miracles He has worked in my life and the love He has shown me.
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