The dank basement was dark and it was one of my least favorite chores to venture into it to either grab something from the freezer or restart the dryer. Only one thing made it even the least bit more bearable–reciting scripture. I’d turn the corner to the basement stairs and creep down them all the while muttering, “The Lord is my shepherd,” or variations of, “For God so loved the world.” They were some of the only scriptures I new at the time, but I knew their power and there was something calming about reciting them aloud when fear threatened to overwhelm.
I attended a private school and Bible memory was both expected and graded. There are differing views on whether or not scripture memory should be a requirement, however I don’t think there is anything negative that can come from scripture memory. Our brains are incredibly amazing systems, designed by and all-knowing God. If we can do the legwork of memorizing the scripture, I’m confident that in times of need, God will allow those verses to resurface and aid us.
Armed with Truth makes temporary scripture tattoos to help kids (and moms!!!) {Ok, let’s just be honest–ANYONE could benefit from wearing these tattoos!} commit scripture to memory. They have ten-packs for sale with topics such as missions, identity, and being Christlike. They also have an awesome designer series which is more image-based.
Today we’re excited to offer TWO $15 store credits this month for use at ArmedWithTruth.com All you have to do is leave a comment on the blog to enter. You can comment about anything, but we’d love to hear a scripture that’s special in your life or the life of your boy(s). Also, please feel free to share this via the web as well as check out the website to drool over all the fabulous designs.
P.s.–these make great stocking stuffers or party favors 😉
**Giveaway closes July 31, 2014 at 11:59 PM**
I have been keeping my eye on these for awhile now. My son is 2 1/2 & is starting school at our home church. Im thinking these are going to make great gifts for his classmates.
I love all the scriptures that you post for praying for our boy. They are always good to pray for our daughter too! (and mom and dad!) Thank you for your ministry!!!
Jeremiah 29:11 … God is in control no matter what is going on around him 🙂
Psalm 91 is so perfect for my 5-yo son. We adopted him in March. He has so many fears and anxieties. When we read this together, he is able to grasp God’s protection and that He is fighting for him. His face just lights up with joy and peace.
One of my go-to scriptures that I have taught my four and two and a half year old is “Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid, for the Lord your God goes with you.”
I would love to get these for my 3 year old!
Our son is 6. Months old and we LOVE this site because we are still figuring out what being a Godly parent looks like because neither of us ever had it modeled for us. The first scripture we have decided to pray over him is Jeriah 29:11, we always want our son to know that God has a plan, purpose and destiny for his life! Whenever wNt him to feel lost or directionless and we hope that if we pray scriptureo we home even now that it will be written on the walls of his heart! What an awesome way toemorize more scriptures to pray over this little guy than those tattoos!
I know we would enjoy these. I’ve also read you can write with a sharpie, then cover it with the liquid bandage to make it last longer (though not likely as long as a temp tattoo).
These are awesome – we’ve used them for our travel ball teams this summer. The boys LOVE them!
I think my boys would love these!
This would be a great tool for our Wednesday night TKO class here in Utah….love this idea!!!
My kids would love these tattoos!
We are focusing on Proverbs 3:5-6 right now. Just about covers it for an 11 year old boy.
Very good idea! My two year old is memorizing John 3:16 🙂
Great idea! I love Nehemiah 8:10
I have actual tattoos of 1 Samuel 16 : 7 & Romans 10 : 9 on my arms – to help me remember that outside appearances don’t really matter & Romans verse was the only one that my late husband could remember. My only son, age 9, wants to get tattoos like his daddy had and I have – these would be a great way to teach him scripture
How neat! Jeremiah 29:11 and Philippians 4:13
What a GREAT witnessing tool! I would never get any REAL ink, this is an AWESOME alternative!!! Phil 4:6,7
Great way to keep Scripture in view.
reciting scripture no matter the situations is always peaceful.
Love these! thye would be great for me!
This would be great for the young girls at my church! My favorite verse is Psalm 103:12. A wonderful truth for this mama who is forever messing up
Love these! Ps 93
I will defiantly be making sure that these are in my boy’s stockings this year…hubby too:)
Right now, the scripture that is stuck on repeat for me is Zephaniah 3:17-The Lord your God is with you, The Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in His love He will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” The Lord has used this verse to help me overcome that pesky feeling of not measuring up.
Life as a single mom 6, five are boys, my hope is that all things work together for good for those that love God and are called according to His purposes! Hope and faith in His word give strength and o persevere
This is a great idea! I never thought to wear scripture to memorize! I can’t wait until my munchkin is older (he’s 3 months!) to teach him about Jesus!
As a boy mom of a 6 & 16 yr old, I appreciate you all so much! Thank you for what you do!!
I love those Armed with truth scriptures and would love to win a pack, my favority vs for my boys is Psalms 91:1-6( we also call it Psalms 911) for when they have bad dreams.
My favorite verse is John 3:16
Proverbs 3:5-6 or Romans 10:9
Luke 2:52
This is such a great concept and very affordable to give away!!!
This is such a great idea… would love to win!
Reading this brought back lots of memories…lived at quite a few places growing up as an Army Brat….lots of garages and basements and my Dad was such a strong oresence even when he was goine to Greenland and Vietnam…..always with me 🙂
“Be strong and courageous.”
My boys are 4 & 6. They would LOVE these!
The Lord will fight for you. You have only to be still. Exodus 14:14 (Not sure if that is exact wording!) I love this scripture because it was the Word given to me in a difficult time!
I just ordered some of these to go with our morning devos!! The kids are super excited! 🙂
My son starts his senior year of high school this Thursday. This is such a bittersweet time for me. A verse special to the 2 of us is Jeremiah 29:11.