Truth in Love TIL 498: Scripture Memory for All of Life (feat. Bryan Gaines)
Jan 6, 2025
Bryan Gaines, Pastor of Counseling and Discipleship at Grace Community Church, shares insights on the transformative power of Scripture memory in daily life and counseling contexts. He discusses how internalizing God's Word can guide decisions and enrich relationships. Bryan addresses common excuses for not memorizing Scriptures, emphasizing that commitment is key. He also offers practical steps for effective memorization, highlighting the importance of community support and accountability in making Scripture a central part of life.
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Internalizing Scripture's Impact
- Emphasize scriptural authority and sufficiency by internalizing God's word.
- Connect scripture memory with daily living, letting it shape thoughts and actions.
Scripture in Counseling: A Guatemala Example
- Brian Gaines recounts counseling in Guatemala, finding Scripture memory crucial.
- Stored scripture guided his responses to difficult situations, offering comfort and truth.
Practical Scripture Memory with Children
- Gaines' family memorized verses with their children, using them in daily life.
- When a child disobeyed, reciting a memorized verse redirected them to God's call.