Lisa Notes: …in which I attempt to recite Romans 8

…in which I attempt to recite Romans 8

I post this video with hesitation:

Because it’s a poor (and not totally accurate) recitation of Romans 8.
I mess up. A lot.
Because even though it’s riddled with mistakes, I don’t want it to be a “Hey, look at me!” thing. Trust me, it produces more humility in me than pride.

But I post it anyway because I want you to know that even while memorizing scripture doesn’t come easily to me, I do it for the joy...

The joy of filling my mouth with Spirit-inspired words
The joy of filling my heart with God’s love letters to me
The joy of filling my soul again and again, day or night, open or closed book, with Jesus—the Word Himself.

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That’s why I’m starting John 1:1-14 on Sunday, and invite you to join in.

It’ll be good. Because He is.

We’re linking up posts about memorizations today at Do Not Depart.

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Lynn Severance · 682 weeks ago

Lisa - wonderful to see you and hear you.
I count my time with you in Romans 8 as part of my devotional study this morning!
"Hearing" those truths spoken aloud makes many of them come to life in new ways.
Refreshing!
Love,
Lynn

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Lisa notes 103p · 682 weeks ago

Thanks, Lynn. :-)

I find it interesting to hear people read and recite scripture because everyone usually places emphasis in slightly different places. I guess it reveals what speaks the loudest to us at our point of need. So many verses in Romans 8 speak loudly to me.
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seasonedjoy 1p · 682 weeks ago

Oh, Lisa, I am so glad you shared this, in part because hearing your voice was so nice for this born-in-the-South girl who is now living in the Midwest. :)

It was beautiful.
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Lisa notes 103p · 682 weeks ago

We spent last week in New York--thoroughly enjoyed it--but it was nice when we flew back into Nashville and started hearing those familiar accents again. So I know what you mean. :-)
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joyceandnorm 27p · 682 weeks ago

Hooray!

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fancyhorse 20p · 682 weeks ago

What a blessing!

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Shonda · 682 weeks ago

Lisa- That is beautiful! I love your voice and your background. You brought a very soothing presence to a very powerful chapter! Good job for doing the video!

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Lisa notes 103p · 681 weeks ago

Thanks, Shonda. You were a huge encouragement for me to do it!
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beverleyhirst63 50p · 682 weeks ago

Beautiful :)
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Lisa notes 103p · 681 weeks ago

I need to talk you into posting a video sometimes--I would love to hear your accent!
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beverleyhirst63 50p · 681 weeks ago

not sure if that is going to happen anytime soon but you never know!
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Lisa notes 103p · 681 weeks ago

It will be beautiful if it does happen. :-)
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Kristy · 681 weeks ago

That was wonderful Lisa! Mess ups and all! It encourages me that I can do it, even though I may mess up here and there too.
Very sweet, job well done!
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Lisa notes 103p · 681 weeks ago

It was either with the mess-ups or not at all. ha. That's life. :-) I appreciate your encouragement. And yes, if I can do it, you certainly can!
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Amy Bo · 681 weeks ago

I loved it, Lisa! Thank you for sharing. The more I see other people reciting scripture from memory, the more it encourages me.

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Lisa notes 103p · 681 weeks ago

I'm glad, Amy! I've been encouraged by seeing others recite scripture too. Especially when they mess up like I am prone to do. ;-)
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fsamons 60p · 681 weeks ago

How do we know someone wasn't holding que cards? ... Just kidding!
That was way impressive. I know that isn't easy, but what a blessing from God you received and will receive from Him who gives you breath!

Beautiful setting too. The leaves falling actually looked like rain for a second there. Great job Lisa.
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Lisa notes 103p · 681 weeks ago

Aren't my mistakes evidence enough of no cue cards? ha. You'll just have to take my word for it. I was hoping the background would give people something to look at besides me. ;-) I'm still not comfortable doing vlogs. Thanks for your encouragement though. Yes, I did receive quite a blessing from God through Romans 8!
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Bryan · 681 weeks ago

Thanks for sharing that! I'm impressed. I don't think I could ever do it that well.

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Lisa notes 103p · 681 weeks ago

Now, Bryan, I'm sure you would get it word perfect. I have faith in you. I've already warned Jeff that he'll be doing a video with me at the end of John 1. :-)
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thekatieorr 2p · 681 weeks ago

First off, love the hair! :)

Great job! Love hearing your sweet accent. SO GLAD you vlogged it!
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Lisa notes 103p · 681 weeks ago

Oh, Katie. The hair? Ha. If you could just hear how much I whine about the hair. Sigh.

You've been an inspiration to me to vlog for the glory of God. I was thinking about Mary anointing Jesus as an act of worship on possibly the Tuesday before he died; this was my act of worship for him on the same day.

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