Memorize What Matters

Spiritual growth and maturity doesn't come from one inspirational moment at a conference or from listening to emotional worship music. It comes from the time you spend every day in formation: aka "spiritual discpline". Here are 7 ways you can build this.✅ Learn more about Scripture Sync 2026! https://www.scripturesyncdallas.com/2026✅ Learn 12 Strategies to Memorize the Bible: https://www.memorizewhatmatters.comHere are the 7 keys to spiritual discpline:Choose Your Battle (aka "know your why")Build Habits, not just GoalsRemove DistractionsFind a MentorExercise your BodyPactice Love & HumilityFind your Community🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

He shares the incredible story behind memorizing and publicly quoting Romans chapters 1 through 8 — and why he believes Bible memory is not just for pastors, but for every believer. This is David Platt, the best-selling author, former president of the International Mission Board (IMB) and influential pastor.David explains how Scripture memory shaped his ministry, deepened his intimacy with God during suffering, and why leaders must model and encourage this habit in the Church. Plus, you’ll hear David’s practical memorization habits, his “MAPS” method for studying the Bible, and why he believes the Word is too powerful to stay silent about.✅ David Platt’s Website – https://radical.net✅ “How to Read the Bible” by David Platt – Available on Amazon✅ Get Josh's new book Memorize What Matters - 12 Proven Strategies to Memorize the Bible🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

"The event was so encouraging because I don't have many other people in my life who are passionate about Scripture memory." - Scripture Sync 2025 attendeeLearn more about Scripture Sync 2026 and grab early bird tickets here: https://www.scripturesyncdallas.comListen to a new episode of Memory Moment: https://podcasts.apple.com/np/podcast/memory-moment-weekly-bible-memory-verse/id1788616324🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

This week Josh is joined by Faith Womack, a self-proclaimed Bible nerd and author of the new book No More Boring Bible Study, to talk about why so many Christians struggle with Scripture…and why misunderstanding the Bible can be far more dangerous than we realize. Faith shares the very personal story of how her father’s habit of cherry-picking verses shaped (and shook) her early understanding of God — and how discovering a faithful hermeneutic at college completely transformed her relationship with Scripture.✅ No More Boring Bible Study by Faith Womack – Available on Amazon✅ Faith’s youtube channel – @bibleNerdMinistries✅ Join the “Memorize What Matters” Newsletter – biblememorygoal.com/newsletter00:00 – Intro01:05 – When Scripture Gets Misused & Discovering a Bigger God05:37 – Hermeneutics 101: How to Read the Bible Faithfully12:26 – How to Study & Memorize Scripture the Right Way🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

This is the moment in our Bible memory journey where we need to focus! The end of the year is upon us and things are about to get crazy busy. How are you going to make sure that you remain intentional about being in God's Word every day?Join me by using #FinishStrong2025 as you post on social media.Or leave a comment on the YouTube video: https://youtu.be/0mUGn34aPl0🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

Why not be creative with your birthday as you get older? In this episode, Josh sits down with Becky Friberg, director of the Bible Memory Goal community, to unpack why she decided to recite the entire book of Hebrews live in front of friends and family for her birthday.Becky shares the inspiration behind this unique event, the surprising responses from guests (including her mom!), and how this public scripture recitation led to opportunities she never expected.✅ Becky Friberg’s YouTube Channel – youtube.com/@beckyfriberg ✅ Join Our Next 7‑Day Memory Challenge! – https://community.biblememorygoal.com/c/memory-challenge/✅ Learn more about Scripture Sync 2026 –  ScriptureSyncDallas.com✅ Level up Your Scripture Recitation! biblememorygoal.com/patronChapters:(00:00:00) Introduction & Why Recite Hebrews for a Birthday(00:06:00) How the Hebrews Recitation Event Came Together(00:10:00) Audience Reaction & Response to the Event(00:13:47) Becky’s Memorization & Recitation Strategy🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

Your church has a worship team and a prayer team...but what about a "recitation team"? In this episode, Josh Summers sits down with Tom Griffins, founder of the By Heart Ministry, to explore the art and the power of scripture recitation in the modern church. Memorizing the Bible is more than just a private, personal discipline - it should also be for the edification of the church!Tom walks us through the practical dynamics of implementing recitation in a service, how to coach nervous reciters, and why this discipline belongs in the body of Christ.✅ Tom Griffins Website – https://byheart.org/ ✅ Level up Your Scripture Recitation! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patron✅ Learn 12 Bible memory strategies: https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com/book/Chapters:(00:00:00)  Introduction & Recitation Team Concept(00:03:42)  Why Recitation Matters in Church(00:10:44)  How to Start Recitation in Your Church(00:14:33)  Skillful Handling of God’s Word(00:17:06)  Outro & Resources🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

This is final portion of the entire book of Psalms recited from memory by our community Patrons. This recitation was originally published on YouTube and includes multiple translations.This is Book 5 of Psalms, which includes chapters 107 to 150. All previous chapters of Psalms can be found in previous episodes of this podcast.  ➡️ Watch the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILyuBj1tkO8  ➡️ Start your Bible Memory Journey: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patron  ➡️ Learn 12 Strategies for Scripture memory: https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

This is part 4 of the entire book of Psalms recited from memory by our community Patrons. This recitation was originally published on YouTube and includes multiple translations.This is Book 4 of Psalms, which includes chapters 90 to 106. The remaining book of Psalms will be published tomorrow.  ➡️ Watch the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILyuBj1tkO8  ➡️ Start your Bible Memory Journey: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patron  ➡️ Learn 12 Strategies for Scripture memory: https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

This is part 3 of the entire book of Psalms recited from memory by our community Patrons. This recitation was originally published on YouTube and includes multiple translations.This is Book 3 of Psalms, which includes chapters 73 to 89. The remaining 2 books of Psalms will be published later this week.  ➡️ Watch the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILyuBj1tkO8  ➡️ Start your Bible Memory Journey: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patron  ➡️ Learn 12 Strategies for Scripture memory: https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

We continue the recitation of the entire book of Psalms from memory by our community Patrons. This recitation was originally published on YouTube and includes multiple translations.This is Book 2 of Psalms, which includes chapters 42 to 72. The remaining 3 books of Psalms will be published later this week.  ➡️ Watch the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILyuBj1tkO8  ➡️ Start your Bible Memory Journey: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patron  ➡️ Learn 12 Strategies for Scripture memory: https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

This week, experience the blessing of the entire book of Psalms recited from memory by our community Patrons. This recitation was originally published on YouTube and includes multiple translations.This is Book 1 of Psalms. The recitation for the next four books will be shared every day this week.  ➡️ Watch the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILyuBj1tkO8  ➡️ Start your Bible Memory Journey: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patron  ➡️ Learn 12 Strategies for Scripture memory: https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

Consider this your special invitation to join us for an incredible encounter with the book of Psalms, all 150 chapters recited from memory by our Patrons! Follow along in your Bible or have it playing in the background, but don't miss out on an experience of God's Word that you've never had before.Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILyuBj1tkO8This video will premier on Saturday, October 4th, 2026 at 8am Central Time and will be available for replay after the premier.Want to join others who are passionate about memorizing Scripture? Become a Patron! ✅ Use coupon code "PSALMS" to get 20% off - https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patron ✅ Learn more Bible memory techniques - https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

Using various memory techniques, you're going to know a summary of each chapter of Esther so you have a solid overview of the book and you can retell it in your own words. We also have the free images that you can download and use for yourself or your ministry. ✅ Download Outline Images - https://www.biblememorygoal.com/outlines ✅ Learn more Bible memory techniques - https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

What happens when a global ministry leader hits burnout, and God responds with a call to memorize the entire New Testament? In this episode, Paul Childers, co-founder of Word by Heart, shares how his mother’s radical decision to memorize Revelation under house arrest ignited a generational passion for Scripture memory.You'll hear how Paul’s own cry for spiritual renewal led him to launch a worldwide Bible memory movement, and why he believes “the truth is in the whole.”✅ Paul Childers Website - https://www.wordbyheart.org✅ Word By Heart Resources - https://www.wordbyheart.org/resources/ Timestamps:00:00 Introduction & Family’s Faith Under Fire04:20 The Call: Memorizing the New Testament08:40 Building Community & Word by Heart’s Global Impact12:25 Paul's Memory Methodology, Results & Encouragement🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

It's been a difficult week. The news weighs heavy on all of us, and as we process together, I'd like to share a few thoughts on what this means for us as Christians.If you'd like to support our mission with Bible Memory Goal, there are three ways you can do that:Leave a Podcast Rating: it's easy, it's free, and it genuinely helps us.Become a Patron: Take your Scripture memory to the next level with the best courses, small groups and accountability available. https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronSupport Us Financially: We welcome any financial help to offset the costs of producing this free podcast. Every little bit makes a difference. https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

This is the true story - and a cautionary tale - of a young boy in Russia who memorized all four Gospels word for word, yet grew up a militant atheist. This is what happens when the words enter your head but never penetrate your heart.Did you enjoy this an other episodes of Memorize What Matters? Be sure to rate and review it here in this podcast player!🔹SUPPORT BIBLE MEMORY GOAL 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! Become a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses!Pay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! 🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

During the month of September, we're going to memorize the book of Psalms (all 150 chapters) as a Patron community. Join future projects like this as a Patron: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patron🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

Josh answers a number of questions that he's received about Bible memory techniques, the best translations and more.✅ Learn 12 Proven Strategies: https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com/book🔹SUPPORT BIBLE MEMORY GOAL 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! Become a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses!Pay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! 🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

Billy Graham called it a "stubborn voice" and if you struggle with the voices in your head that tell you you're stupid, you're not enough, or you're not worth anything, a louder voice is important. I hope you're encouraged by this quick voice memo. *Don’t forget to leave a review! Every single rating and review makes a HUGE difference in the future of this podcast. Thank you in advance. --> Learn 12 proven Bible memory strategies: https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com/book/🔹SUPPORT the MINISTRY 🔹If you're one of those awesome people who understands that this "free" podcast takes time and effort to produce, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:Buy the Merch! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or sticker to show your love of Scripture! https://www.biblememory.storeBecome a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to improve your memorization of Scripture. Get immediate access to all Scripture Sync replays, Memorize Together sessions, small group accountability and all of our courses! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronPay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support