Memorize What Matters

Anybody can memorize Bible verses and not understand what they're saying. It's not enough to get the words in the right order, says author and speaker Keith Ferrin. We must seek to KNOW the author! Join us for Scripture Sync live or virtually: https://www.scripturesyncdallas.com Learn about Keith's ministry here:   ▶ Keith's website: https://www. KeithFerrin.com   ▶ Keith's YouTube channel: https:...

Start this new year with a list of 52 Bible verses that you can memorize - one for each week of the year. You don't have any excuses! Print off the checklist, follow the podcast, and join the community to take advantage of all the encouragement and accountability you need! Here are the resources available to you:  ✅ Download the list: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/52verses  ✅ Follow the podcas...

This year has flown by faster than ever, but God continues to be faithful in our lives. In our final episode of the year, we have one request and one reminder for you. Get early bird tickets to Scripture Sync: https://www. ScriptureSyncDallas.com 🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹 If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a fe...

Bible reading plans are good and so are memory goals, but why are they separate. This week, Josh introduces our new STEP guide, which gives direction on how you can track your engagement with Scripture as a whole throughout the year, but specifically for the first 90 days. Download the free STEP Guide here: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/stepguide/ Our new list of 52 Bible verses for 2026 is now...

Spiritual growth and maturity doesn't come from one inspirational moment at a conference or from listening to emotional worship music. It comes from the time you spend every day in formation: aka "spiritual discpline". Here are 7 ways you can build this. ✅ Learn more about Scripture Sync 2026! https://www.scripturesyncdallas.com/2026 ✅ Learn 12 Strategies to Memorize the Bible: https://www.memor...

He shares the incredible story behind memorizing and publicly quoting Romans chapters 1 through 8 — and why he believes Bible memory is not just for pastors, but for every believer. This is David Platt, the best-selling author, former president of the International Mission Board (IMB) and influential pastor. David explains how Scripture memory shaped his ministry, deepened his intimacy with God du...

"The event was so encouraging because I don't have many other people in my life who are passionate about Scripture memory." - Scripture Sync 2025 attendee Learn more about Scripture Sync 2026 and grab early bird tickets here: https://www.scripturesyncdallas.com Listen to a new episode of Memory Moment: https://podcasts.apple.com/np/podcast/memory-moment-weekly-bible-memory-verse/id1788616324 🔹SUP...

This week Josh is joined by Faith Womack, a self-proclaimed Bible nerd and author of the new book No More Boring Bible Study, to talk about why so many Christians struggle with Scripture…and why misunderstanding the Bible can be far more dangerous than we realize.  Faith shares the very personal story of how her father’s habit of cherry-picking verses shaped (and shook) her early understanding of...

This is the moment in our Bible memory journey where we need to focus! The end of the year is upon us and things are about to get crazy busy. How are you going to make sure that you remain intentional about being in God's Word every day? Join me by using #FinishStrong2025 as you post on social media. Or leave a comment on the YouTube video: https://youtu.be/0mUGn34aPl0 🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹 If...

Why not be creative with your birthday as you get older? In this episode, Josh sits down with Becky Friberg, director of the Bible Memory Goal community, to unpack why she decided to recite the entire book of Hebrews live in front of friends and family for her birthday. Becky shares the inspiration behind this unique event, the surprising responses from guests (including her mom!), and how this pu...

Your church has a worship team and a prayer team...but what about a "recitation team"? In this episode, Josh Summers sits down with Tom Griffins, founder of the By Heart Ministry, to explore the art and the power of scripture recitation in the modern church. Memorizing the Bible is more than just a private, personal discipline - it should also be for the edification of the church! Tom walks us thr...

This is final portion of the entire book of Psalms recited from memory by our community Patrons. This recitation was originally published on YouTube and includes multiple translations. This is Book 5 of Psalms, which includes chapters 107 to 150. All previous chapters of Psalms can be found in previous episodes of this podcast.   ➡️ Watch the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILyuB...

This is part 4 of the entire book of Psalms recited from memory by our community Patrons. This recitation was originally published on YouTube and includes multiple translations. This is Book 4 of Psalms, which includes chapters 90 to 106. The remaining book of Psalms will be published tomorrow.   ➡️ Watch the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILyuBj1tkO8   ➡️ Start your Bible Memor...

This is part 3 of the entire book of Psalms recited from memory by our community Patrons. This recitation was originally published on YouTube and includes multiple translations. This is Book 3 of Psalms, which includes chapters 73 to 89. The remaining 2 books of Psalms will be published later this week.   ➡️ Watch the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILyuBj1tkO8   ➡️ Start your Bi...

We continue the recitation of the entire book of Psalms from memory by our community Patrons. This recitation was originally published on YouTube and includes multiple translations. This is Book 2 of Psalms, which includes chapters 42 to 72. The remaining 3 books of Psalms will be published later this week.   ➡️ Watch the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILyuBj1tkO8   ➡️ Start you...

This week, experience the blessing of the entire book of Psalms recited from memory by our community Patrons. This recitation was originally published on YouTube and includes multiple translations. This is Book 1 of Psalms. The recitation for the next four books will be shared every day this week.   ➡️ Watch the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILyuBj1tkO8   ➡️ Start your Bible Me...

Consider this your special invitation to join us for an incredible encounter with the book of Psalms, all 150 chapters recited from memory by our Patrons! Follow along in your Bible or have it playing in the background, but don't miss out on an experience of God's Word that you've never had before. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILyuBj1tkO8 This video will premier on Saturday, October...

Using various memory techniques, you're going to know a summary of each chapter of Esther so you have a solid overview of the book and you can retell it in your own words. We also have the free images that you can download and use for yourself or your ministry.  ✅ Download Outline Images - https://www.biblememorygoal.com/outlines  ✅ Learn more Bible memory techniques - https://www.memorizewhatma...

What happens when a global ministry leader hits burnout, and God responds with a call to memorize the entire New Testament? In this episode, Paul Childers, co-founder of Word by Heart, shares how his mother’s radical decision to memorize Revelation under house arrest ignited a generational passion for Scripture memory. You'll hear how Paul’s own cry for spiritual renewal led him to launch a worldw...

It's been a difficult week. The news weighs heavy on all of us, and as we process together, I'd like to share a few thoughts on what this means for us as Christians. If you'd like to support our mission with Bible Memory Goal, there are three ways you can do that: Leave a Podcast Rating: it's easy, it's free, and it genuinely helps us. Become a Patron : Take your Scripture memory to the next level...

This is the true story - and a cautionary tale - of a young boy in Russia who memorized all four Gospels word for word, yet grew up a militant atheist. This is what happens when the words enter your head but never penetrate your heart. Did you enjoy this an other episodes of Memorize What Matters? Be sure to rate and review it here in this podcast player! 🔹SUPPORT BIBLE MEMORY GOAL 🔹 If you're o...

During the month of September, we're going to memorize the book of Psalms (all 150 chapters) as a Patron community. Join future projects like this as a Patron: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patron 🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹 If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing her...

Josh answers a number of questions that he's received about Bible memory techniques, the best translations and more. ✅ Learn 12 Proven Strategies: https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com/book 🔹SUPPORT BIBLE MEMORY GOAL 🔹 If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here: Bu...

Billy Graham called it a "stubborn voice" and if you struggle with the voices in your head that tell you you're stupid, you're not enough, or you're not worth anything, a louder voice is important. I hope you're encouraged by this quick voice memo.  *Don’t forget to leave a review! Every single rating and review makes a HUGE difference in the future of this podcast. Thank you in advance.  --> L...

What happens when a former meth dealer encounters the transformative power of God’s Word behind bars? Once a well-known face in Kansas car commercials, Aaron Wirtz became a militant atheist and drug dealer before landing in prison, where a skeptical request for a Bible turned into the beginning of spiritual rebirth. Join Aaron and hundreds of others who prioritize Scripture memorization: https://w...