Memorize What Matters

Keith Ferrin, author and speaker, joins the podcast to discuss the "internalization" of Scripture and its impact. They dive into the importance of approaching the Bible with a relational mindset, understanding verses in context, and the methodology of memorizing the Bible. They also highlight Keith Ferrin's Bible study courses and his unique approach to internalizing Bible verses.

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! If it has been a blessing to you, please follow us on your favorite podcast player or drop us a note to let us know! contact [at] biblememorygoal.com🔹SUPPORT THE PODCAST🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that these "free" podcast episodes take time and effort to put together, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:- Buy a Shirt: Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or track your progress with a poster.- Leave a Rating or Review: Every single review makes a HUGE difference in how easy it is for other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!- Donate: Whether it's $5 or $50, every bit of financial support goes a long way to making sure we're able to make these resources available for anybody around the world, for free.

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 Grid Maker: https://scripturememory.com/verselocker/grid/▶ Seeds Family Worship (Music): https://www.youtube.com/@seedsfamilyworship▶ Bible Song (Music): https://www.biblesong.com/music/▶ Jam Looper App (iOS): https://apps.apple.com/us/app/jam-looper/id1061465697▶ Jam Looper App (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jamlooper&hl=en&gl=US▶ Free Online Bible Memory Community: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/join/Thank you for taking the time to listen to this story. If it has been a blessing to you, please drop us a note to let us know! contact [at] biblememorygoal.com🔹SUPPORT THE PODCAST🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that these "free" podcast episodes take time and effort to put together, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:- Buy a Shirt: Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or track your progress with a poster.- Leave a Rating or Review: Every single review makes a HUGE difference in how easy it is for other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!- Become a Patron: Not only does becoming a patron help to support this podcast, it's also a great way to motivate and keep yourself accountable to your own Bible memory goals. Get access to live video calls, small groups and memory resources!

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 interviews with Scott?▶ Scott Stonehouse: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/52288479Thank you for taking the time to listen to this story. If it has been a blessing to you, please drop us a note to let us know! contact [at] biblememorygoal.com🔹SUPPORT THE PODCAST🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that these "free" podcast episodes take time and effort to put together, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:- Buy a Shirt: Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or track your progress with a poster.- Leave a Rating or Review: Every single review makes a HUGE difference in how easy it is for other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!- Become a Patron: Not only does becoming a patron help to support this podcast, it's also a great way to motivate and keep yourself accountable to your own Bible memory goals. Get access to live video calls, small groups and memory resources!

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.comWatch this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QpRE4NznZUMAre you inspired to memorize more of the Bible?▶ Join me here: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/join/▶ Subscribe to this YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/@biblememorygoal?sub_confirmation=1🔹SUPPORT THE PODCAST🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that these "free" podcast episodes take time and effort to put together, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:- Buy a Shirt: Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or track your progress with a poster.- Leave a Rating or Review: Every single review makes a HUGE difference in how easy it is for other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!- Become a Patron: Not only does becoming a patron help to support this podcast, it's also a great way to motivate and keep yourself accountable to your own Bible memory goals. Get access to live video calls, small groups and memory resources!

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/spacedstackingWant to listen to the full interviews with Scott and Glenna?▶ Scott Stonehouse: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/52288479▶ Glenna Marshall: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/53669016Are you inspired to memorize more of the Bible?▶ Join me here: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/join/▶ Subscribe to this YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/@biblememorygoal?sub_confirmation=1Thank you for taking the time to listen to this story. If it has been a blessing to you, please drop us a note to let us know! contact [at] biblememorygoal.com🔹SUPPORT THE PODCAST🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that these "free" podcast episodes take time and effort to put together, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:- Buy a Shirt: Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or track your progress with a poster.- Leave a Rating or Review: Every single review makes a HUGE difference in how easy it is for other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!- Become a Patron: Not only does becoming a patron help to support this podcast, it's also a great way to motivate and keep yourself accountable to your own Bible memory goals. Get access to live video calls, small groups and memory resources!

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-finalAre you subscribed to or following this podcast? You should do that right now!Learn more:✅ Who is Josh? https://www.biblememorygoal.com/about✅ What is happening in western China? https://uhrp.org/Thank you for taking the time to listen to this story. If it has been a blessing to you, please drop us a note to let us know! contact [at] biblememorygoal.com🔹SUPPORT THE PODCAST🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that these "free" podcast episodes take time and effort to put together, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:- Buy a Shirt: Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or track your progress with a poster.- Leave a Rating or Review: Every single review makes a HUGE difference in how easy it is for other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!- Become a Patron: Not only does becoming a patron help to support this podcast, it's also a great way to motivate and keep yourself accountable to your own Bible memory goals. Get access to live video calls, small groups and memory resources!

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-finalLearn more:✅ Who is Josh? https://www.biblememorygoal.com/about✅ What is happening in western China? https://uhrp.org/Thank you for taking the time to listen to this story. If it has been a blessing to you, please drop us a note to let us know! contact [at] biblememorygoal.com🔹SUPPORT THE PODCAST🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that these "free" podcast episodes take time and effort to put together, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:- Buy a Shirt: Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or track your progress with a poster.- Leave a Rating or Review: Every single review makes a HUGE difference in how easy it is for other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!- Become a Patron: Not only does becoming a patron help to support this podcast, it's also a great way to motivate and keep yourself accountable to your own Bible memory goals. Get access to live video calls, small groups and memory resources!

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-Iz5WIJOulOelpgNUdPlyAlrxbxoMAWould you like to finally start making progress on your Scripture memory goals? Check out this training that has helped hundreds of others like you: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/training/🔹SUPPORT THE PODCAST🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that these "free" podcast episodes take time and effort to put together, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:- Buy a Shirt: Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or track your progress with a poster.- Leave a Rating or Review: Every single review makes a HUGE difference in how easy it is for other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!- Become a Patron: Not only does becoming a patron help to support this podcast, it's also a great way to motivate and keep yourself accountable to your own Bible memory goals. Get access to live video calls, small groups and memory resources!

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 every one of them and it's an incredible encouragement to me.Further Bible Memory Resources▶ Watch more interviews on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QIT6TAVpM4&list=PLTE-Iz5WIJOtBNMQ_rWbDK28or3iGL6Kc&pp=gAQB▶ Join our Bible Memory Training! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/training/▶ Interview with memory champion Ron White: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQgPGMXvrGE▶ What are Breath Prayers? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=unuOv79aJp0🔹SUPPORT THE PODCAST🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that these "free" podcast episodes take time and effort to put together, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:- Buy a Shirt: Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or track your progress with a poster.- Leave a Rating or Review: Every single review makes a HUGE difference in how easy it is for other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!- Become a Patron: Not only does becoming a patron help to support this podcast, it's also a great way to motivate and keep yourself accountable to your own Bible memory goals. Get access to live video calls, small groups and memory resources!