

Memorize What Matters
Josh Summers
A podcast for those who love Scripture memory, who want to memorize what matters! Join Josh Summers on his journey to memorize the New Testament of the Bible word for word, exploring various Bible memory methods and techniques along the way. If you have a desire to memorize Scripture, you'll find plenty of encouragement, inspiration and helpful tips from the expert guests who share their stories.
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Jul 7, 2023 • 24min
How a 2 Year Old Memorized the Entire Book of James
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!

Jun 30, 2023 • 8min
How to NOT Forget Verses You've Memorized
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!

Jun 16, 2023 • 31min
Interrogated (Part 2): It Looks Like the Movies...But It Feels Worse
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!

Jun 9, 2023 • 26min
Interrogated (Part 1): Josh's Story of Identity Under Fire
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!

Jun 2, 2023 • 20min
Bible Memory 101: Tips to Build a STRONG Biblical Foundation
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!

May 26, 2023 • 7min
This ONE Mindset Shift Could Change Your Whole Week
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!

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May 13, 2023 • 10min
5 Habits of Every "Successful" Bible Memorizer (that you can start doing today)
Whether it's pastors, memory experts or influencers who memorize the Bible, over the years of interviewing these people, I've seen patterns emerge that help explain what makes them successful. Here are the 5 habits you need to employ in your own Scripture memory journey.Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3nRRIjHe1cRead the full article on our website: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/tips/5-habits-to-successfully-memorize-the-bible/Resources Mentioned in the Episode:▶ 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!

May 5, 2023 • 26min
Taking Time to Memorize Scripture as a Family (w/ Glenna Marshall)
How did anger lead a pastor's wife to memorize Scripture? Listen as Glenna Marshall explains what led to the writing of her new book and how she instills a love for Scripture memory into her two boys.Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vYhqsFLq6YResources Mentioned in the Episode:▶ Pre-Order Glenna's book: https://amzn.to/428qKSr▶ Visit Glenna's website: https://www.glennamarshall.comDo you have a desire to memorize more of the Bible but you're stuck using the same methods that cause you to forget the passage a couple weeks after memorizing? Check this out:✅ 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!

Apr 28, 2023 • 26min
Does a Smartphone Actually HINDER Your Bible Memory? (w/ Anthony Metivier)
Anthony Metivier from Magnetic Memory shares his thoughts on why digital devices - even Bible memory apps - can work against your efforts to memorize Scripture. Plus, why he *always* pushes the mind palace method.Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tO4WpsZe2SIResources Mentioned in the Episode:- Anthony's website: https://www.magneticmemorymethod.com- Anthony's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AnthonyMetivierMMMDo you have a desire to memorize more of the Bible but you're stuck using the same methods that cause you to forget the passage a couple weeks after memorizing? Check this out:✅ 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!

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Apr 21, 2023 • 27min
Bible Memory Strategy that’s BETTER Than A Seminary Degree??
It's a new approach to Scripture memory that aims to ground you in the full context of each passage you're memorizing. Listen as Paul Van Allen explains his new system and why he's so passionate about seeing people be "grounded" as it says in Psalm 1. Watch the full interview on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?... Resources Mentioned in the Episode: - Paul's website: https://www.beatree.net - Paul's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beatreeclub Do you have a desire to memorize more of the Bible but you're stuck using the same methods that cause you to forget the passage a couple weeks after memorizing? Check this out: ✅ https://www.biblememorygoal.co... 🔹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: - https://bible-memory-goal.mysp... 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! - https://www.biblememorygoal.co...: 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!