"I have put my hope in Your word."
Psalm 119:81b
Credit: Lindsey Clapp Ramsak | ©Lindsey Clapp Ramsak
Soak it In!
Who says grownups can't memorize Scripture?When your daytimer overflows with demands, when the kids (or the line supervisors) are hollering, when the boss is raving, it's hard to imagine how to pack one more item into your brain. However, those are the moments when Bible verses may take on a whole new meaning!
"This is what the Sovereign LORD, the Holy One of Israel, says: 'In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength.'"
(Isaiah 30:15, NIV).
"He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty."
(Psalm 91:1)
"I lift up my eyes to the hills, where does my help come from?
My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.
He will not let your foot slip; He who watches over you will not slumber;
indeed, He who watches over Israel will neither slumber nor sleep."
(Psalm 121:1-4)
Busy adults can't always take time to leaf through the pages of Scripture to find the verse they need - in a crunch! That's why it is essential to commit favorite Bible verses to memory. That way, God can remind you of His promises - right when you need them!
Think you can't memorize Bible verses?
Not long ago, I was teaching a small group leader training seminar at our church. Our curriculum included weekly Scripture memory work.
Several participants voiced their difficulty in memorizing Bible verses. They claimed this is easy for children, but difficult for adults. A few folks said they had lost the ability to memorize, as they grew older.
"My kids keep me so busy!" one mom wailed. "How can I possibly memorize Bible verses?"
"My boss has me working double shifts," another groaned.
"OK, let's try a little game," I said. We handed out blank notebook paper. I asked everyone to list her home phone number, cell phone number, spouse's cell phone number, complete address and zip code, social security number, spouse's social security number, children's names, children's ages, children's birthdates, wedding anniversary, siblings' names, siblings' ages, siblings' birthdates, and two additional phone numbers (of their own choosing).
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Geoff Eggins
(Guest)
(Guest)
07/25/2009
Hey, good tips. I have created a scripture memory tool that you guys can use if you wish. It helps you to memorize one passage a week. Not to intrusive. Free to use. It is at www.mapawproject.com . Check it out if you have a chance.. Thanks
mr. Parker
(Guest)
(Guest)
09/22/2008
Recently has found the book on this theme http://www.pmemory.com/campaigns/evg/memory-loss.php, can it is useful.
great memorization tips.
Have to remember to read the Bible first. ;-) Seriously, though, good tips!
Oh I saw this and was like cool! It brought me back to my AWANA days. I didn't get the timothy award however, the scripture I memorized then I use on a daily basis today. You have heard the adage use it or loose it. Yes the holy spirit and you both use the scripture you have memorized. The more you save to your noggin hard drive the more the holy spirit calls up in your time of need. It is like getting a instant message in your brain. Memorization is double hard for me and sometimes i have spend quite a few days on verses. I also when to christian school where we had tests on them also. No pressure there eh? LOL. I am supprized more churches don't do scripture memory packs with their churches.
Thanks - I am not very good at memorization and can use all the tips I can get.
Awesome ideas!!! I wrote a similar article awhile back: http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/795873/how_to_use_your_computer_to_organize.html?cat=34
Great topic and excellent tips!
Great article. As I get older I need all the help I can get to keep the memories working. LOL
I know of several verses I would like to memorize. I think those who don't find this useful should spend their time memorizing whatever it is they believe in. No techniques required there. Funny how they would say we were judging them if we were to make the same types of comments they regularly make. For those who don't like it or don't agree, it's real simple... don't read it, but don't put down those of us who appreciate the information by leaving comments meant to belittle. It doesn't work. This article isn't about whether or not The Bible is fact or fiction, so why are you commenting on something you could care less about? Don't tell others to spend their time learning something else of substance. It would seem to me you are the one wasting your time. Very good article, Linda.
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