Memory verses

1 John 1:9 Memory verse
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

Notes:
Continual confession of sin is an indication of genuine salva-
tion. While the false teachers would not admit their sin, the genuine
Christian admitted and forsook it (Ps 32:3-5; Pr 28:13). The Term
"confess" means to say the same thing about sin as God does; to ac-
knowledge His perspective about sin. While v. 7 is from God's per-
spective. v. 9 is from the Christian's perspective. Confession of sin
charactizes genuine Christians, and God continually cleanses those
who are confessing (cf. v. 7). Rather than focusing on confession for
every single sin as necessary, John has especially in mind here a settled
recognition and acknowledgment that one is a sinner in need
of cleansing and forgiveness (Eph 4:32; Col 2:13).


2 Timothy 2:15 Memory verse
Study to show yourself approved to God, a workman that needs not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

Notes: Be diligent.
This word denotes zealous persistence in ac-
complishing a goal. Timothy, like all who preach or teach the Word,
was to give his maximum effort to impart God's Word completely,
accurately, and clearly to his hearers. This is crucial to counter the
disastrous effects of false teaching (vv. 14,16,17). accurately handling.
Lit. "cutting it straight" —a reference to the exactness demanded by such trades as carpentry, masonry, and Paul's trade of
leather working and tentmaking. Precision and accuracy are re-
quired in biblical interpretation, beyond all other enterprises, be-
cause the interpreter is handling God's Word. Anything less is
shameful. the word of truth. All of Scripture in general (Jn 17:17),
and the gospel message in particular (Eph 1:13; Col 1:5).


Psalm 19:7 Memory verse
The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple.

Notes: Law. This might better be translated, "His teaching," "a di-
rection," or "instruction" (cf. Ps 1:2). testimony. This word for the Word derives from the root "to bear witness." It, so to speak, bears testimony to its Divine Author.