Memorize What Matters

Pastor and best selling author Levi Lusko once asked Louis Giglio his method for memorizing the book of Ephesians. He then went on to secretly memorize the entire book of James and surprised his congregation by reciting the whole thing one Sunday morning! Here's what he learned from the process and why it matters for YOU to memorize more Scripture. Watch this interview on YouTube: https://www.yout...

What started as a fun challenge quickly turned into something she NEVER expected. Listen as Josh talks with Faith Womack about her experience memorizing 100 Bible verses in 100 days - what she loved, what she did wrong and how she recommends people learn from her mistakes. Watch this interview on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrhWO-7RXcM Learn more about Faith Womack: ✅ Download Faith'...

Music is one of the best tools to help us memorize Scripture, which makes the worship songs we sing in church more important than ever. Are they Biblically accurate? Listen as worship arts pastor Jon Lilley explores the role of a worship leader and the impact that Scripture can (and should) have on the music we sing. Learn more about Jon Lilley: ▶ Woodcreek Church website: https://www.woodcreekchu...

Burnout is real and rest is good. But sometimes that "rest" turns into a never-ending "new normal." In this episode, Josh gives a call to return to Scripture memory, to finish out the year 2023 strong. Send a message: contact [at] biblememorygoal.com Learn more about our Bible Memory Training: ▶ Visit: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/training Want to join our global community of memorizers? ▶ Join...

As I stand here in the French countryside, the bells from this gorgeous cathedral are ringing out the evening hour, a medely that is both beautiful and haunting. The church sits empty, and while the metaphor isn't new, it's always a good reminder to us Christians around the world. Do you know somebody else who would enjoy this podcast? Please share it with them! Learn more about our Bible Memory T...

Drawing from his background in theater, Australian Simon Camilleri has dedicated his life to memorizing the Bible and reciting it publicly in churches, conferences and workshops. Even if you never want to stand on a stage to recite what you've memorized, there are still so many things to learn from someone like Simon. Learn more about Simon: ▶ His website: https://www.publicbiblereading.com ▶ Supp...

No matter what your learning style, all of us share the same God-given superpower for memorization. Here are three ideas to help you harness that power to memorize Scripture! Learn more about our Bible Memory Training: ▶ Visit: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/training Want to join our global community of memorizers? ▶ Join here: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/join/ Want to listen to the full inte...

Knowing your "why" for memorizing Scripture is critical, but what if God has a different reason He wants you internalizing His Words? Listen as entrepreneur and speaker Jill Donovan shares the mountain that God was preparing her to cliimb. Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_f8s4NUi5Xs Learn more about Jill Donovan here: ▶ Jill's Personal Website: https://www...

What does it mean to shift your focus AWAY from word for word memorization of the Bible? Join Josh as he chats with author and speaker Keith Ferrin about the "internalization" of Scripture and how that can affect the way we study God's Word. Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JoYYy5qoumY Learn more about Keith's Bible study resources: ▶ Relational Bible Study: htt...

If you're feeling a bit lost, discouraged or burned out, take a moment to remind yourself that you're investing in a future where Scripture has paid dividends you never would have expected. Don't lose heart! You are storing up treasure in heaven, where moth and rust does not corrupt, and theives cannot break in and steal (Matthew 6:19-21). Thank you for taking the time to listen to this episode! I...

After memorizing Scripture for years and interviewing others who do as well, I've come across numerous tools and resources that I wish I known about before. Here's a quick list of 6 free tools I'd recommend to anybody who is just starting out in Bible memory. Check out our shop! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/shop/ List of resources mentioned: ▶ Verse Card Maker: https://www.mcscott.org/ ▶ Memory...

Should you memorize LESS of the Bible? This isn't something you normally hear about Bible memory...but perhaps it's something you NEED to hear. We are a generation that wants to push harder, accomplish more and set higher standards. But what if you were to memorize LESS? Want to join our global community of memorizers? ▶ Join here: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/join/ Want to listen to the full i...

This week we're challenging what you *think* is possible in Bible memory. In this conversation with the Wittenmyers from By the Book, discover how fun and memorable Scripture memory can be for people of all age groups. Visit their website here: https://www.bythebookthebible.com Watch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QpRE4NznZUM Are you inspired to memorize more of the Bible? ▶ Join me h...

It's a new method I'm calling "spaced stacking" that combines the power of habit stacking with the benefits of spaced repetition. Learn how to use this technique to maintain consistent review so that you won't forget the Bible verses you've memorized. Download the free PDF here: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/spacedstacking Want to listen to the full interviews with Scott and Glenna? ▶ Scott Ston...

What is it like to be interrogated by a foreign government, accused of being a spy? This is part 2 of Josh's story about faith and identity in dire circumstances. Be sure to listen to part 1 first to understand the full context of the story: https://www.spreaker.com/user/16904611/josh-story-part-1-final Are you subscribed to or following this podcast? You should do that right now! Learn more: ✅ W...

Hear the captivating story of how God used a 2-week long interrogation in a foreign country to teach Josh not only about the foundation of his identity, but also the value of memorizing Scripture. This interview with Josh's good friend Tom Appel was recorded in 2021. Listen to part 2 of this interview next: https://www.spreaker.com/user/16904611/josh-story-2-final Learn more: ✅ Who is Josh? https...

Join Dr. Larry Dinkins and Josh Summers as they explore the science behind memory and what we can learn about memorizing Scripture. What is the key to creating a strong memory that won't easily be forgotten? Resources from this interview: ✅ Check out Memory 101: https://amzn.to/3ME5ePk ✅ More Great Interviews w/ Dr. Dinkins: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTE-Iz5WIJOulOelpgNUdPlyAlrxbxoM...

When memorizing Scripture (or tackling any goal), it's often the "unspiritual", seemingly insignificant decisions we make throughout the day that either help or hinder our ability to offer our bodies "as a living sacrifice" (Romans 12:1). Try changing one thing this week to see the impact it can make. Has this been encouraging to you? Consider leaving a rating and review of the podcast! I read eve...

Whether it's pastors, memory experts or influencers who memorize the Bible, over the years of interviewing these people, I've seen patterns emerge that help explain what makes them successful. Here are the 5 habits you need to employ in your own Scripture memory journey. Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3nRRIjHe1c Read the full article on our website: http...

How did anger lead a pastor's wife to memorize Scripture? Listen as Glenna Marshall explains what led to the writing of her new book and how she instills a love for Scripture memory into her two boys. Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vYhqsFLq6Y Resources Mentioned in the Episode: ▶ Pre-Order Glenna's book: https://amzn.to/428qKSr ▶ Visit Glenna's website:...

Anthony Metivier from Magnetic Memory shares his thoughts on why digital devices - even Bible memory apps - can work against your efforts to memorize Scripture. Plus, why he *always* pushes the mind palace method. Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tO4WpsZe2SI Resources Mentioned in the Episode: - Anthony's website: https://www.magneticmemorymethod.com - Anth...

It's a new approach to Scripture memory that aims to ground you in the full context of each passage you're memorizing. Listen as Paul Van Allen explains his new system and why he's so passionate about seeing people be "grounded" as it says in Psalm 1. Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?... Resources Mentioned in the Episode: - Paul's website: https://www.beatre...

What are some practical ways that we can use Scripture memory in our day-to-day life? Listen in to this conversation between Josh and Dr. Larry Dinkins as they discuss an area of Bible memory that is often overlooked. Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=smSZO6BB1-Q Resources Mentioned in the Episode: Simply the Story: https://www.simplythestory.org 100 Stories...

For 6 years, Brittany Schlichter competed in the National Bible Bee, memorizing thousands of verses and placing as high as 2nd place. Here's her story and what you can learn about how she memorizes the Bible. Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Rldk0Q4k20 Resources Mentioned in the Episode: Brittany's website : https://www.letthewordbeheard.com The Ruth Retre...

For new Christians or those who are passionate about Scripture memory, sometimes the most important thing you can do is build a solid foundation of Biblical theology by the verses you choose to memorize. Listen as Pastor Timothy Cross shares his wonderful story. Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BUbo2lhiGA Resources Mentioned in the Episode: Timothy's Websi...