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HOW TO MEMORIZE GODS WORD
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"Guard my words as your most precious possession. Write them down, and also keep them deep within your heart." Prov. 7:2-3 (LB)
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Benefits of Memorizing Gods Word
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1. It helps me resist temptation.
"I have hidden Your Word in my heart that I might not sin against You." Ps. 119:11
2. It helps me make wise decisions.
"Your Word is a lamp to guide me and a light for my path.” Ps. 119:105
3. It strengthens me when Im under stress.
"... Your promises to me are my hope. They give me strength in all my troubles; how they refresh and revive me!" Ps. 119:49 (LB)
4. It comforts me when Im sad.
"Your words are what sustain me ... They bring joy to my sorrowing heart and delight me."
Jer. 15:16 (LB)
5. It helps me witness to unbelievers.
"Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have." 1 Peter 3:15
WHEN TO MEMORIZE A VERSE
- During your Quiet Time
- While Exercising
- While waiting (spare moments)
- At bedtime (Ps. 63:6)
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HOW TO MEMORIZE A VERSE
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1. Pick a verse that speaks to you.
2. Say the reference before and after the verse.
3. Read the verse aloud many times. Record it!
4. Break the verse into natural phrases.
5. Emphasize key words when quoting the verse.
6. Write down the verse and erase a word one at a time.
7. Write out the verse on a flash card.
8. Carry some cards with you at all times for review.
9. Display your verses in prominent places.
10. Always memorize the verse word perfect.
11. Put the verse to music. Write a song!
12. Get a partner so you can check each other.
Suggested beginning rate: 1 or 2 new verses a week
THREE KEYS TO MEMORIZING: Review, review, review.
“Your teachings are worth more to me than thousands of pieces of gold and silver.” Ps. 119:72 (NCV)
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VERSE MEMORY COURSE
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The following verses suggest a "balance" in ure memory. The verses selected are key verses in understanding the foundations of the Christian Life and Christian Growth. Do not feel tied-down to this suggested list. This is only a tool to lead you in an understanding of the importance of memorizing "key" verses.
Live the New Life:
Christ the Center………2 Cor. 5:17; Gal. 2:20
Obedience to Christ……Rom. 12:1; John 14:21
The Word……………..…2 Tim. 3:16; Josh. 1:8
Prayer……………………John 15:7; Phil. 4:6-7
Fellowship….………..…Matt. 18:20; Heb. 10:24
Witnessing….………..…Matt. 4:19; Rom. 1:16
Proclaim Christ:
All Have Sinned………….…Rom. 3:23; Isaiah 53:6
Sins Penalty…..………....…Rom. 6:23; Heb. 9:27
Christ Paid the Penalty……Rom. 5:8; 1 Peter 3:18
Salvation Not by Works……Eph. 2:8-9; Titus 3:5
Must Receive Christ………John 1:12; Rev. 3:20
Assurance of Salvation……1 John 5:13; John 5:24
Rely on Gods Resources:
His Spirit…………….....……1 Cor. 3:16; 1 Cor. 2:12
His Strength………….…..…Isaiah 41:10; Phil. 4:13
His Faithfulness…....…...…Lam. 3:22; Num. 23:19
His Peace…….....……….…Isaiah 26:3; 1 Peter 5:7
His Provision……...………..Rom. 8:32; Phil. 4:19
His Help in Temptation……Heb. 2:18; Ps. 119:9, 11
Be Christs Disciple:
Put Christ First…………..……Matt. 6:33; Luke 9:23
Separate from the World…….1 John 2:15-16; Rom. 12:2
Be Steadfast………….………1 Cor. 15:58; Heb. 12:3
Serve Others……………………Mark 10:45; 2 Cor. 4:5
Give Generously……..........……Prov. 3:9-10; 2 Cor. 9:6-7
Develop World Vision ......…..…Acts 1:8; Matt. 28:19-20
Grow in Christ likeness:
Love……………...……………...……John 13:34-35; 1 John 3:18
Humility……………...………….……Phil. 2:3-4; 1 Peter 5:5-6
Purity……………...……………....…Eph. 5:3; 1 Peter 2:11
Honesty……………..……..........……Lev. 19:11; Acts 24:16
Faith……………...……………...……Heb. 11:6; Rom. 4:20-21
Good Works……………....…………Gal. 6:9-10; Matt. 5:16
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