Memorize What Matters

In this interview with Tom Meyer, aka "The Bible Memory Man", we discuss the tradition of orality in the church as well as the upcoming event where, for the first time ever, the entire New Testament is being recited from memory. What are the challenges they face? Here are a list of resources from this episode: Watch on YouTube : Watch the recitation recording between October 11-15. Visit Tom Meyer...

What does Paul mean in Colossians 4 when he tells the reader to be "always full of grace, seasoned with salt"? In this week's short devotional, Josh takes a closer look at how the Bible uses salt as a metaphor and how we can apply that (and the Scripture we memorize) to our daily interactions and conversations. Dive in Deeper! This short devotional was first published in the Bible Memory Community...

Have you ever wondered if it's possible for any human to memorize the entire Bible, word-for-word? If so, how long would it take...and has anybody done it? Listen as Josh shares his own experience and does some simple math to show what IS reasonable. It's important to note: there's value in memorizing even single verses of the Bible - you don't have to go all in on an entire book or testament! And...

Have you ever wondered about the chapter and verse numbers in your Bible? If they weren't put there by the original authors, who put them there? What was their reasoning? And most importantly - what does this mean for us as we memorize the Bible or simply use it in our day to day lives? Listen as Josh shares the back story behind the men who added these numbers to Scripture. Watch the Story (with...

"I've done the math. At this pace, I'll finish memorizing the Bible when I turn 120 years old". Today we chat with Susan Heck, author of the book A Call to Scripture Memory, who shares unique tips for how to review your memory verses, add new ones, and more! This interview with Susan was recorded in early 2021 and was first published on the Bible Memory Goal YouTube channel . That video has garner...

Before God gives Joshua the oft-quoted promise that He will be with him wherever he goes, there are a handful of other commands that don't get quoted. In this week's Moment of Meditation, Josh takes a closer look at the transition of power from Moses to Joshua and the key things God requires of Joshua *before* He promises to be with him. Dive in Deeper! This short devotional was first published in...

This isn't clickbait. These are my honest thoughts as somebody who is building a Christian brand around Bible memory. Listen as I share why I might ask somebody to stop following me. If this resonates with you, let me know! Feel free to reach out to me on the website contact page, OR you can leave a review of the podcast. I read every review and appreciate your words of encouragement.  🔹🔹🔹SUPPO...

How does a talented illustrator like Jody Brownd create imaginative, virtual memory palaces for Bible memory? Listen as Jody explains his illustrations, his approach to Scripture memory and where he gets his inspiration. See Examples of Jody's Work: Visit Jody's Website: http://www.bamsystem.org Watch the Interview on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5f-zNIEDXXg Join Jody & Josh in the...

What does it mean to "always learn" yet never come to a "knowledge of the truth"? Join Josh in a new podcast format that explores his meditations on passages being memorized. Today, we take a closer look at what Paul says to Timothy about those people who are easily fooled and led astray. Resources Mentioned: Send Feedback: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/contact/   Join the Community: https://www...

Learn how Josh used the Airbnb where his family spent vacation this summer as a memory palace location to store the book of 2 Timothy. This technique organizes your Bible memory in such a way that it's possible to know exact chapter and verse numbers for each passage you memorize. Learn More About Memory Palaces: See How it Worked with 2 Timothy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAChGGq40s4 An Intr...

It doesn't matter what method or technique you use to memorize the Bible, there are two important steps everyone needs to start with. WARNING: Ignoring this often ends in burnout. Resources: How I Memorized 2 Timothy in 30 Days: (YouTube) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAChGGq40s4 The First Letter Method Explained: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/memory-methods/memory-grid-ronald-johnson/   How t...

In this bonus episode, Josh explain a fascinating technique for using Bible memory in an unconventional way: to strengthen your online security! Learn how you can build stronger passwords, reinforce your Bible memory and maybe even remind yourself of Biblical truths on a daily basis. Subscribe to this podcast for more great tips like this! OR... Join Our Bible Memory Community : This idea came fro...

Scripture memory can easily become a task. A chore. A task on your "spiritual checklist". How can we maintain a passion for God's word when these spiritual discplines can easily turn into mundane tasks...or even idols? Today, we chat with Janet Pope, author of the book His Word in My Heart, who shares how she is able to maintains a love for the Bible even after 30+ years of memorizing it. Here are...

It's not about repetition. It's not about 10,000 hours. If you REALLY want to improve your Bible memory over the next month, year or decade, there are three key things you need to start doing. Listen as Josh walks explains how people become experts and how you can apply these same principles to your Scripture memory journey. A few of the resources mentioned in this episode: Video from Veritasium:...

Is it possible to model Scripture memory without looking like you're full of pride or seeking the praise of those around you? In this interview, Duane Tweeten, president of Training Leaders International, joins us to talk about what he has learned about inspiring others around the world to memorize the Bible. Learn more about Training Leaders International on their website: TrainingLeadersInternat...

Learn a simple but powerful prayer technique that has been used within the church for centuries. It's a practical way to apply Scripture memory to our daily lives that acknowledges that the Word of God has authority not just over our thoughts, but over our physical body as well. Resources for Breath Prayers: Download a free list of example breath prayers here: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/breat...

Nobody goes from zero to having 10 books of the Bible memorized. It takes time. It takes dedication. It takes a willingness to form new habits. In this interview with Scott Stonehouse, former pastor at Woodcreek Church in Richardson, TX, he shares a few simple techniques for how you can build these important Bible memory habits, whether that's simply reading your Bible every day or spending daily...

When it comes to Bible memory, are you an action taker? If so, I want to invite you to join our 30 Day Bible Memory Challenge over in our online community: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/join/ It's absolutely free, and it's a great way to gain a bit of accountability, try out our community and tackle a big portion of Scripture while you're at it! I hope to see you there. 🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹...

These 7 Bible memory tips and techniques, taken from different interviews with pastors, authors and Scripture memory enthusiasts over the past year, will encourage and inspire you to double down on your efforts to internalize God's Word. One of the benefits of publishing this Memorize What Matters podcast is the opportunity to go back through the archive of interviews done on the Bible Memory Goal...

In this panel discussion with three Bible memory enthusiasts, you can learn some new methods and techniques for reviewing what you've memorized in the Bible so that you don't forget it. Join Josh Summers, Mary Thomas and Casey McDonald as they each share their own ideas and answer questions from a live broadcast on the Bible Memory Goal YouTube channel. Since this is a very visual conversation, be...

In 2021, Craig Brown - who lives in a small town in Idaho, USA - reached 47 MILLION people with the gospel. How is that even possible? For all the hate we throw at social media, this is one area where it can be used for good. So what does it mean for Craig to be a "digital missionary" and how does he use that platform to encourage people to memorize the Bible? Be sure to check out Craig's content...

Bible translations are often an emotional decision, and I've been criticized before from people who think that I memorized the "wrong translation". But what exactly is a "wrong translation" of the Bible? And is there a "right translation"? Learn about the different types of translations and how that can affect your decision of which to memorize. Plus, learn the three questions you should ask yours...

What does it mean to "kiss the book goobye"? And why is memorizing the Bible similar to "buying blue chip stocks 20 years ago"? These are just a few of the incredible insights Dr. Andy Davis offers in this wide-ranging interview on Scripture. Andy is the senior pastor at First Baptist Church in Durham, North Carolina and is the author of multiple books including An Approach to Extended Memorizatio...

"Bible memory is NOT in the Bible" admits John Piper in one of his sermons, and yet Piper is known for preaching entire books of the Bible from memory. Learn the 6 specific reasons John Piper gives for why Scripture memory is important. Dr. John Piper is an American pastor and theologian who spent 33 years teaching at Bethlehem Baptist Church and has written multiple best-selling books. He is wide...

When it comes to Bible memory, there are some people who enjoy memorizing individual verses, others who like topical memorization, structural memorization or extended Scripture memory. But Jeremy Kluth from Scripture Alive explains a lesser-known type of Bible Memory... "Character memorization" In this interview, Jeremy explains not only how he creates these character scripts, but also why he cons...