Scripture Signs for YMCA YOU? The John17:21 Team. Provided by

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1 Scripture Signs for YMCA Branch How much Mission does Expression He love YOU? Provided by The John17:21 Team Created by Craig Seibert

2 THE BIG IDEA One of the 20 metrics of YMCA Branch Mission Expression is the use of small scripture signs. These well chosen scripture verses and attractive images are welcoming and encouraging to all while also providing a thoughtful challenge to spiritual growth. The signage also helps create that distinct YMCA Mission atmosphere. Each sign additionally has a small web reference for those that want to get help or grow more in their spiritual life. How much does He love Scripture Signage in Small Frames A branch can purchase 6 to 15 small frames for different placement around the branch. A frame style that can be mounted to the wall, but is easy to swap out the signage YOU? is ideal. The scripture signage then can be rotated from frame to frame. With over 40 Scripture signs to use, a branch can rotate the 40 signs through the frames during the course of the year which keeps the concept very fresh for the member experience. Scripture Signage Machine Placement A complimentary strategy is to get the Scripture Signage Machine Placement edition (separate file). This file has 30 of the same images (those with longer verses where the font is too small are not included) that are slightly larger than a business card. They can be printed, cut up, laminated, Velcro attachment applied to back, then used on exercise machines.

3 How To Implement Walk through your branch and look for strategic spots that these colorful scripture posters might make a visual impact. Places might include: near or above water fountains, near entrance doors going in and out of gyms or exercise areas, stairwells, elevators, bathrooms. With over 40 Scripture Signs to rotate around the branch, you can get 10 or 15 frames or more and maintain interest because the posters are rotated each week. Where to get the frames Your branch may have a preferred vendor to get the frames. These unique frames that let you quickly rotate posters in seconds are called Wall Mounted Poster Holders. How much does He love YOU? If you are looking for a provider, you can check out They sell these frames for about $13/ea. It is product number #: WMFS8511SL This is how they describe the frame - It is a Slide-in poster frame in a matte silver finish with a backer that your graphic rests against inside of the frame, and a clear overlay to cover/protect the insert. Versatile frame that can be mounted vertically (for 8 1/2" wide by 11" high) inserts or horizontally (for landscape 11" wide by 8 1/2" high graphic).

4 In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. Genesis 1:1

5 The heavens declare the glory of God; The skies proclaim the work of his hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; Night after night they display knowledge. Psalms 19:1-2

6 For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities--his eternal power and divine nature--have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that men are without excuse. Romans 1:20

7 The earth is the Lord s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it; For he founded it upon the seas and established it upon the waters. Psalms 24:1-2

8 For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16

9 Here I am. I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door I will come in Revelation 3:20

10 Yet to all who receive him, to those who believe in his name, he gave the right to become children of God. - John 1:12

11 My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. John 17:20-21

12 Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; He has risen! Remember how he told you, while He was still with you in Galilee: 'The Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men, be crucified and on the third day be raised again. Luke 24:5-7

13 Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. Matthew 22:37

14 For it is by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast. Ephesians 2:8-9

15 Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth. ~ Psalm 46:10

16 Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken nor my covenant of peace be removed, says the Lord, who has compassion on you. Isaiah 54:10

17 But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31

18 Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. ~ 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

19 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Psalm 139:14

20 For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. Jeremiah 29:11

21 For physical training is of some value, but godliness (spiritual training) has value in all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. 1 Timothy 4:8

22 Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. James 1:2-3

23 We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

24 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6

25 Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable, -if anything is excellent or praiseworthythink about such things. Philippians 4:8

26 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23

27 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

28 When I pray, you answer me, and encourage me by giving me the strength I need. Psalm 138:3

29 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither. Whatever he does prospers. Psalms 1:1-3

30 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. ~ Matthew 5:3-10

31 This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. Psalms 118:24

32 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Matthew 6:21

33 Let us run with endurance the race that is set out before us. Hebrews 12:1

34 Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. Matthew 6:9-13

35 In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:16

36 But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8

37 I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. John 15:5

38 Jesus said, "If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, streams of living water will flow from within him." John 7: 37-38

39 Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will ishis good, pleasing and perfect will. Romans 12:2

40 So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you. Matthew 7:12

41 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28

42 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1

43 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom Proverbs 1:7

44 YMCA Character Development Values Caring to put others before yourself Honesty to tell the truth Respect to treat others as you would have them treat you Responsibility to do what you should Faith to trust God