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Janet Pope on Consistent Bible Memory (even at 70 yrs old)

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Jul 18, 2025
In this thought-provoking discussion, Janet Pope, author and Bible speaker, shares her inspiring 35-year journey of consistent Bible memorization. She emphasizes how age doesn't limit the ability to grow spiritually, sparking a passion for God's Word at any stage in life. Janet discusses creating Scripture Memory Groups and the transformative power of internalizing scripture for comfort and guidance. She encourages listeners to pray not just for consistency, but for a genuine hunger for scripture, leading to deeper faith and spiritual effectiveness.
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ANECDOTE

From Secular Home To First Verse

  • Janet grew up in a secular home and only began attending church at age 21 when she and her mother started going to a Bible-believing church.
  • The first verse she memorized (2 Corinthians 5:15) led her to surrender her life to follow Jesus.
ANECDOTE

The Conference That Changed Everything

  • At 35, Janet heard a woman recite Colossians and decided to memorize Scripture herself, starting with Ephesians and finishing it in about six months.
  • Completing Ephesians convinced her that the Bible was knowable and changed her view of Scripture memorization.
ADVICE

Test Scripture By Immersion

  • Take bold claims of Scripture seriously and test them by immersing yourself in God's Word to see their truth in your life.
  • Commit to pouring yourself into Scripture to receive what 2 Peter promises through knowledge of God.
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