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Bible Memorization: Why And How

Bible memorization used to be a staple in the church. However, it doesn’t seem to be a popular subject today, but that doesn't mean it is unimportant. In this post, we will see the benefits of memorizing scripture and give practical tips for how to memorize scripture effectively.


Jeremiah 15:16 - Your words were found and I ate them. And Your word became to me the joy and rejoicing of my heart, for I am called by Your name, O Lord God of Hosts.


As Christians, if we want to grow in our faith and be strong in our relationship with God, we need to make scripture memorization a habit. We need to be intentional and take the time to review and memorize Bible verses and passages.





Why And How To Bible Memorization

BENEFITS OF MEMORIZING SCRIPTURE


BUILDS OUR FAITH

Romans 10:17 - So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.


GIVE YOU A REVELATION OF SALVATION

2 Timothy 3:15 - And that since childhood you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise unto salvation through the faith that is in Christ Jesus.


TRANSFORMS OUR MINDS

Romans 12:2 - Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God.


IS LIFE AND HEALTH TO US

Proverbs 4:20-22 - My son, attend to my words; incline your ear to my sayings. Do not let them depart from your eyes; keep them in the midst of your heart; for they are life to those who find them, and health to all their body.


THINK UPON OR MEDITATE UPON GODS WORD REGULARLY

Psalm 1:2 – (The Blessed Man/Person) - his delight is in the law of the Lord, and in His law he meditates day and night.


GUARD AGAINST DECEPTION AND DETECT ERROR

2 Timothy 3:16-17 - All Scripture is inspired by God and is profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for instruction in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.


RESIST THE DEVIL AND OVERCOME TEMPTATION

Psalm 119:11 - Your word I have hidden (ESV – Stored) in my heart, that I might not sin against You.


Psalm 119:9 - How shall a young man keep his way pure? By keeping it according to Your word.


Psalm 37:31 - The law of their God is in their heart; none of their steps will slip.


FOR MINISTRY TO SELF AND OTHERS

Colossian 3:16 - Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.


PROVIDES A WAY TO FELLOWSHIP WITH CHRIST

John 15:7-11 - If you remain in Me, and My words remain in you, you will ask whatever you desire, and it shall be done for you. My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit; so you will be My disciples. “As the Father loved Me, I also loved you. Remain in My love. If you keep My commandments, you will remain in My love, even as I have kept My Father’s commandments and remain in His love. I have spoken these things to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full.


RESERVOIR FOR THE HOLY SPIRIT TO DRAW UPON

John 14:26 - But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, will teach you everything and remind you of all that I told you.


SUCCESS IN LIFE

Psalm 119:105 - Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.


Joshua 1:8 – This Book of the Law must not depart from your mouth. Meditate on it day and night so that you may act carefully according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way successful, and you will be wise.


PRACTICAL TIPS TO MEMORIZE BIBLE VERSES

ASK THE HELP OF THE HOLY SPIRIT AND GOD

John 14:26 - But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, will teach you everything and remind you of all that I told you.

Philippians 4:13 - I can do all things because of Christ who strengthens me.

  • Even in the practical, we are to rely upon God.

  • God wants you to know and remember His Word; He will help you in it.

  • The Holy Spirit is there to help us remember (remind) us of what God (Christ) has spoken to us (revealed to us in His Word)


START SIMPLE

  • Don’t try to memorize large passages at the beginning.

  • Take simple verses and start there.

7 BY 7

  • Read the verse (including the address) aloud the verse 7 times a day for seven days straight.


REVIEW

  • Read the verse aloud once every day for another seven days.

  • Review verses periodically (2-3 months).


USE TECHNOLOGY

  • Use available free apps (biblememory, remember me) for organization /tracking.

THANK GOD FOR HELPING YOU


 
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