What is the easiest way to memorize Scripture? 

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I've found that meditating on the word of God gets it into your spirit and then when sharing/talking about God/His word it comes up out of your spirit - the Holy Spirit in you bringing back to your remembrance all things the word of God says/teaches us. Just another way. Blessings ☺️

I spent the laat 1,5 year reading the Bible from beginning to end for the first time in my life and I LOVE IT. Now I start to study it in depth and memorize as much as possible. This comes at the right time! :)

I’m 42 years old and I have started to memorize scriptures which I find it fascinating. Psalm 145 was the first to memorize and took me 21 days. After that time , I felt frustrated due to the amount of time spent in a Psalm of 21 verses. But I ve been doing for 6 months now and I have noticed that now I can memorize Psalm up to 23 verses in just 2 days. The key ? !!!! You must have fall in love with the passage and it will flow. I memorized in just 2 days Psalm 50 in nasb version in just 2 days. My goal is to memorize the book of John and Hebrews

The best thing to memorize is to write down on paper. The visual memory is MORE POWERFULL the thinking of it.

The best way to memorize scripture is to do what it says.

At one time, I had memorized Ephesians 1, Romans 1, 8, and 12, 1 Corinthians 13, the Book of 1 John, the Book of James, the books for 1 & 2 Thessalonians and Titus. However, reciting all of those on a daily basis became overwhelming and I eventually quit doing it as I was working al lot and didn't have time. After some time, eventually you can no longer recite verbatim. However, after memorizing them many times over the years (3 or 4 times each), I can now take a day and recommit any one of those chapters to memory where I can quote it verbatim again. I have memorized Ephesians 1, Romans 8 and 1 Corinthians so many times over the years, that just reading it once restores total recall. And yes, it is well worth the effort--the first time through any chapter is the hardest.

It is amazing how well children can memorize Scripture as well. I think it's so important to get our kids to memorize Scripture when they are young.

I know its not the same for everyone, but I used to set out to memorize Scipture and got frustrated. Now I just read it daily and I find myself being able to quote even obscure verses I didn't know I'd memorized.

For the Muslims on here trying to brag about memorizing the Quran and putting down Christians for not memorizing their bible, You have to understand the Bible has almost 800,000 words and Quran has only about 78,000 words. Even if a Christian decides to memorize only the New Testament books(books about Jesus) that would be 185,000 words which is like memorizing two and a half Qurans so honestly it’s not a good comparison to brag about. Plenty of Christians memorize portions of scripture that means something to each person and that is good enough.

It's great to memorize verses but truly understanding scripture, spreading the gospel with others and walking the narrow path is certainly more important.

Memorising scripture will be easy if one is eager to learn and use it in their daily life. I used to love memorising scripture during the times i used to spend travelling and i have memorised psalms 1, 15,16, 23, 27, 91, 121, 128, and almost finished 34. Beside a lot of scripture verses which come in handy during my night prayers. I am not a pastor or connected with any chsrismatic or pentecostal church. But i love to master that and love to prayer for people. I also compose my own gospel tracks that i have uploaded on RU-vid. May God bless all who come here.

I love memorizing you'll never run out of scripture to memorize. I've memorized the book of James, 12 chapters of John, Psalm 103, and as a birthday present I'm memorizing my Wife's favorite Psalm 139, about half way done. I rotate a chapter of what I've already memorized everyday. when i come to James I do the whole book. I actually don't spend that much time on memorizing a little bit everyday and you will be surprised how far you can get if you keep it up. I find their is a flow to the words when your reciting. do a word picture for a key word to keep the flow going. everyone can do it you just have to start.

Repetition over time is the easiest way to memorize pretty much anything. So simple yet so genius. Me personally is blessed to be able to quote much of the New Testament. I wouldn’t be able to give chapter and verses but after googling it I’d find it. All praise and honor to the Most High God and his beloved Son. Shalom

Joshua 1:8 (NIV) “Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.” Psalm 119:11 (NIV) “I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.” Proverbs 3:1-2 (NIV) “My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity.” Colossians 3:16 (NIV) “Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts.” Deuteronomy 11:18 (NIV) “Fix these words of mine in your hearts and minds; tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads.” GOD bless you All Always. GOD IS WORD Thank you so much for the valuable video.

I know about 30 Psalms by memory by reading through the Psalm aloud every day when I grew up. I still remember it to this day, but I find it hard today to memorise new Psalms, even when I read it out aloud daily. I'm 61 now, I guess the older one gets the harder it is to memorise scripture

When I first became a believer I prayed for the Lord to lead me to a Bible He wanted me to read from. He lead me to the New American Standard Version. In 4 years I've memorized over 800 verses. It's important to ask God for guidance to lead you.

1 verse a month and 12 verse a year is better than nothing.That is amazing

Psalm 119:11 "I have hidden your word (oh God) in my HEART, that I might not sin against you." People please, its the heart that God desires not the head; if your motive for wanting to learn and know the holy scriptures is right then you will not only have the right words to speak when the time comes but you will also be able to speak them in the love of God to those who need to hear them. But it all starts by recognizing both our own great need as well as the reality of the holy God who lives, gives life, and holds all things together by his mighty love.

For a few verses, write them on a 3x5 card in capital letters on one side, including punctuation. Begin each sentence with a larger cap. On the other side write only the first letter of each word & punctuation marks. Looks weird, but follow my reasoning here. Read the written-out side several times out loud. Flip to the first-letter-of-each-word side (call it side 2) and recite the verses, using the first letter to jog your memory. Can't remember what the word is? Flip it over and look. Rinse, spin, & repeat. Here's the cool part: once you can do side two without error a bunch of times, looking at side 2 while you do it, start at the END (usually a period, comma, or semicolon) and do it BACKWORDS. Get lost?, flip it over and check. This is an open-book test. When you can recite the verse (s) backwards (looking at side 2), you have memorized the passage. You may not BELIEVE that you have, but you have. Stick the card in your pocket & when you have a moment (in line @ the store; waiting at a red light, listening to your boss in a boring meeting -whenever) pull it out, look at side 2 & quote the passage, backward & forward a time or two. You have it! Now comes the hard part: Put the verses into PRACTICE! LIVE them. May God bless your study.

Meditation is the best way to keep the word in your spirit.

It is GREAT and impressive to quote scripture! More important. . . is to truly understand the true meaning GOD intended🙏

I myself have struggled with ADD all my days, this repetition over time strategy is the best one in my opinion, when it comes to the "Bible" word of God, Read from it everyday like he said for 15 minutes. Just like you would drink water every day to sustain yourself.

One pastor who passed away, can recite Genesis to revelation. I remember he spoke in one church and open the Bible without looking at it he speaks his sermon quoting scripture without looking. He shared that he tried to memorise scripture for several years.

Brilliant. I’m going to TRY do 1-2 verses a week, by the grace of God. So I guess when you do that when ANY given situation arise the fact that you had already put those scriptures in your memory bank it will surface when needed. Lord help me Jesus I really want to be equipped in know Your word.

This is awesome! I'm working on memorizing the book of Philippians. Scripture memory was really foundational for me as a kid, but this is the first time I've ever tried to memorize an entire book. This was encouraging to hear!

The benefits of memorizing God's word are immeasurable. I memorized the book of Ephesians because I was asked by my pastor to teach our church's main bible study earlier this year and I still use the book of ephesians every day and see it's implications, paul's theology, and practical applications every day; months after memorizing Ephesians. Though packed with dense, deep theology Ephesians is a relatively short book in terms of memorization.

Memorizing scripture is primarily an act of the heart not the mind

Repeat the Verse aloud or in a whisper several times with thought. This will assist you in comprehending the Verse as a whole. Each time you read it, say the point, reference, section, and reference again without holding back. Talk about the area with God in supplication, and request His assistance in retaining Sacred writing.

Honestly it sounds simple but just seeking the Lord with all my heart in the Bible with joy because I honestly love Him and His words, so it’s never a boring labor I enjoy it I’m always reading and trying to apply His Word After time I found I had many verses memorized at times it has literally kept me from sinning as a verse would pop up in a situation to help me The Holy Spirit brings what I have read and memorized to to my recall and I submit to the word and to God and the flesh and the devil flee away from me 😀 Believe me when I tell you that not only do I fail at times but sin also Thank God in Jesus for His Grace and mercy

That is true about the words getting lost from you once you stop reviewing it. On the other hand, when you keep re reading and reviewing scripture the extreme opposite happens. You gain knowledge that is beyond the letters. You discover more meaning each time that it’s mind blowing! Some things are uncovered at the right time that if you’d experienced it you got chills from understanding little by the little the mystery in God’s work. The scriptures come to life and some of the teachings in scripture are made manifest through your own experience of them. You see it unfold as it is happening and your mind doesn’t just understand the knowledge but your spirit actually understands the truth in the scriptures. It’s magical truly truly magical sometimes.

I found out that, after memorizing, write it down at least once a day, meditate on it during quiet moments

I think the most important aspect of meditating on the word of God is understanding. I don't quote it right but I understand it perfectly so I take my understanding of God's word to Him whenever I'm praying but whenever I try to say it as it is in the Bible, I start losing connection because I'm struggling to get it right word for word. I hope that's a good thing

_Memorize Scripture_ by Ron Hood is the book that got me excited about memorizing verses. You can find his book on the website with his name, but the only thing you need is the one page there that tells you his method. Just memorized my 1st chapter in the New Testament this month and adding more verses everyday. He also covers retaining the verses memorized in his method.

Our wonderful savour puts scripture on our hearts

EASIEST WAY IS TO REMEMBER IS LIVE IT AN APPLY IT TO YOUR LIFE , AN YOU BECOME WHAT YOU'VE READ AN PRACTICE

Thanks~. I'll try the method. I need the word of God to make my spirit strong!

One tip I’ve got is to start with Psalm(s) 119. Start with that. (Having a photographic memory will definitely help but really anyone can do it with enough practice.) Once you’ve memorised that it’s kind of easier to remember other chunks of the Bible and commit them to heart.

I tried this and it worked. This is a big deal for me due to attention deficit. I’ve been looking for something like this to memorize scripture. I’ve been blessed. Thank you!

Good information. I've read Andy Davis' Scripture memory method and found it helpful. But the best way I have found to memorize Scripture is to not focus on memory but on meditation. I meditate on Scripture every morning and evening, sometimes the same text, but often a different text or the next passage over a larger text or book. Meditating on a text word by word opens up its meaning and application as nothing else I've found. The more you meditate on the text the better. The added benefit of this method is that prayer naturally flows from meditating on the text, and . . . oh yes - you find that you remember the text. You've memorized the text you're meditating on without the pressure and work of memorization (meditation is not work but a joy). You probably won't memorize whole books this way (maybe Jude and 3 John), but you will remember many short and medium sized passages that you can return to often, which helps you retain what you've learned. I highly recommend this method. It has been a great blessing to me and many others I've shared it with. This has been especially helpful for people who struggle with depression and/or anxiety as they focus on texts that speak to their need.

Honestly By Using This Method I Memorized The Entire Sam 119 ( Biggest Chapter Of The Bible) But The Funny Thing Is I Came To This Video After Memorizing It...🙂

Moving memorization from short term to long term memory is integral to keeping it securely in our mind. After memorizing a chapter word perfect, repeat it every day for 7 days. Then after, recall that chapter once a week until it becomes trivial. Then, move it again to once a month only. This helps it become cemented in our long term memory and strengthens our ability to recall it. By occasionally remembering what we've learned, we have a much better chance of retaining all the life giving scripture we spent so much effort memorizing. Hope this helps, God bless.

Thank you so much for taking the time to speak about Meditating on His Words and also including the links. I have already printed the scripture memory booklet and will prayfully read it. I have two boards with various scriptures that the Holy Spirit brings light upon it! I then pray over them or decree them, but did not realize the importance of repeating it 10 times for the Words to be full rooted within me etc. Wonderful Holy Spirit is a Great Teacher to give us ways to meditate. Again, thank you and May He continue to bless you and the Body of Messiah.

First you gotta READ the thing 😄😄. Next try reading during fasting. 3 the Holy Spirit will bring to your remembrance what you've read

Read your bible often and trust in the Lord. The Holy Spirit will bring God's word to your memory. When I'm talking to people about God's word. The Holy Spirit brings verses to my memory. Even scripture I'd forgotten. Be patient. And many times I might have a,question the next time I open my bible often times I will open right to the answer. It amazes me every time. God is awesome. Seek God diligently and you will find him.

Genuinely having the infilling/baptism of the Spirit of the Lord Jesus Christ surely is the Greatest Aid to memorizing passages of His Holy Book (rf. John 14:26; Luke 12:12).

My method of memorization is to write out the verse on one side of a card, and then on the other side, I will only write the first letter of each word. Much quicker this way for me.

You do not lose memory. After periods of time the minds hard drive becomes full, just like a computer, and though things can hard to recall at a moments notice, the knowledge is still there.

I take a verse and memorize the first 4 words and repeat it until I memorize it. Then continue with the remaining words and do the same thing as you did in the beginning. Then I write it down until I remember it. The next day , see if you can remember it by writing it down. I enjoy doing it this way', think it is fun. I still remember them. Everyone has a different method. Another thing , thinking of the meaning of the verse will also help.

If we read the word daily, the Holy Spirit will bring everything back to us... it’s not be effort or by out natural abilities but it’s supernatural

Children can memorize more easily so here is an idea for parents reading this would start their children with some of the more familiar short verses. Also I have found , in Bible Clubs that I have done, you write the verse on a white board and repeat the verse two to three times then erase one word.... have kids say it then erase another... one or two... then they say it ..etc.. and I have found most of them have it memorized after I have erased all the words

I think the key to memorize scripture is to read the scripture and apply it to your life that way the scripture becomes you. Just as the late great Dr. Myles Monroe said, “ it’s better to know what a scripture means than to memorize scripture” If your not applying it to your life it doesn’t matter because even Satan can quote scripture. Satan quoted scripture to Jesus in the desert while he was fasting

Fall in love with the verse a bit and it will be printed on your heart When I first heard verses like 1 Timothy 4:8 which says "Exercise profitith little, but godliness is good for all things." I remembered it cause I am a fatty and I related to it. You don't need to remember it word for word, but meaning for meaning. A verse that I don't really like or care for is much harder for me to memorize long term. Target scripture that you like or that you can use a lot in real time. A verse like Ephesians 4:29 is probably going to be a better verse to memorize than some random verse out of the book of numbers

"The Navigators" is a great group focused on Scripture memory. I've found what works for me best as far as retention is to consciously live my life by it, 'the one thing I do'. There is a difference, I think, between believing in something and 'be-living' that something. Time spent in prayer and focusing on GOD, giving HIM praise and gratitude for ALL THINGS is the starting point. Love, Joy, Peace to all. Philippians 3:13-14, 3:7-11, John 1:12-13, Philippians 4:4-7, Galatians 5:22-2

This method of Davis does work. When I memorize, I do 10 in the morning and 10 before bed. Other ideas: Flashcards Listening Writing Reading Ol'school stuff!!

I have memorised Psalm 119. and many more passages. I have gained great blessings by this practice.It is far more better than memorising world stuff that is prone to get outmoded.God's word is eternally valid.So memorising it is worth the effort. In these End Times God's Word will soon get rare and it is advisable to learn it by heart at least some parts. Hebrew 11th chapter specially( and of course practise it also).As per Gensis 49:21,let us be Naphtalis .

First step to do anything is to say : It's easy. Second step is to say : it will be worth it. Third step is to keep it consistent until you achieve the desired results. BAM !

There is great value, I memorised chapters in Psalms. 1.When you memorise, you also meditate on that scripture because you have to repeat it over and over again. 2. When you are under spiritual attack and feel that you can't pray or under severe temptation, quoting the scriptures focus the mind more than just reading. 3. Jesus quoted scriptures so had to learn them. 4. Psalm 1 Blessed is the man ...and in His law does he meditate day and NIGHT ( I presume they didn't sit around at night with scrolls)

I found this book and read it cover to cover 3 months ago. Since then I have memorized 1 Peter through 3:13 and it works!!!

I think a powerful way to do so is apply what you have read in prayer; more of active recall.... It helps 📖

I'm so glad he said that. I've spent most of my life memorizing prose and poetry, and spaced repetition is the most important factor for long-term memory. I like to sleep on a passage before I attempt it again. It seems that sleep reduces the amount of memory interference. It also helps to create images for what you are learning, and try to recall those same images every time.

The amazing thing about verse retention is when it dawns on you who originated the verses you are intending on retaining. This is where it gets personal.

Pray to God to help you memorize scripture. I say praying for memorization to God truly helps. It has helped me, and slowly I am remembering the passage I need to remember.

Just to read the Bible takes time i almost done reading the Bible till now it took me 3 months... Planing to memorized the all Bible..

Was looking for a "magic bullet" to learn Scriptures and the Holy Spirit set the record straight of how He wants it done in my spirit with this video!😣🙏

Remember Matthew 6:9-13 God bless you all. 😊

God will bring the words in your remembering ...

Thank you this was helpful. I do have the will. I want to truly have the Word hidden in my heart so I will not sin against Abba.

I boast in the Lord God. Memorizing 6 verses every other book. And repeated again. Tried more verses to memorize. Thank you. God bless Us All.

An especially helpful way of coming to understand scripture more deeply in this on-line age of learning is through audio books. Right here on RU-vid The Holy Bible, read by Alexander Scourby May be the most compelling listen to the greatest story ever told.. I implore these types of audio learners to seek out this gifted reader of the Word.

This video is 6 years old and there are a number of recent comments.

In fact, repetition is one of the least efficient ways to memorize something, but it is the only method American schools teach. Others have mentioned the memory palace, which is one good method. A brief search will reveal others, too.

Awesome Pastor. Praise God for your answers.❤

What I found is not to but be elated when you find and God lets you find your you scripture God bless

If we were to borrow Dr Davis' method, and add the practice of "spaced learning", we could memorize plenty of books of scripture, and also keep them from fading for a lot longer. I mean: eviewing the whole book you just learned, every day, then every other day, then skip more and more days: the memory of that book grows deeper and stronger and needs less and less frequent review to keep it fresh. (See also Ebbinghaus on the "forgetting curve" and related stuff.)

I love ScriptureTyper!! I use this app every. single. day.

Memory and knowing are 2 different things…the difference between the worldly mind and heart or soul

I read your spiritual disciplines book and it is incredible. My husband is now currently reading it! Thank you!

This dudes beard game is strong!

Thanks. You helped me pass my bible exam. :)

Thank you for sharing the easiest/simplest two ways of Memorizing the scripture.

Why are people saying not to memorise scripture because it won’t help? Then they say that the devil memorises scripture. Do you not think that your LORD knows the scriptures? Jesus memorised them very well and thus knew them perfectly so that he was impossible to deceived. Many times, he quoted scripture from his head. It is good to know it in your head, then you will know what is correct and what is incorrect. What is a lie and what is true. You will be impossible to deceive. And there WILL be great deceptions that were prophesied in the bible. So please be prepared. The devil misquotes scripture.

Thank you so wanted to do this didn’t know how.

What is the best way to retain the Lord's words in our heart? Write the words on a small 3 by 5 paper and carry them and make a record of the words. Then repeat the words allowed which are written while at the same time hearing the record of your own voice. Do it often with the purpose of putting your own melody to the words. Then make a record of you singing the words. Then play the record of you singing and sing along the words as you hear the record. Consider how many of us learn the A, B, C's. Once the song is learned, can any one ever fail to remember their a, b, c's? Then teach your children the song and they too will retain the LORD's words in their heart and will have the talent to be instant and rehearse the pure words of the LORD in the ears of those that both need to be saved and those that seek the spiritual water of salvation. I put a melody to Proverbs 4 line 4 which is one of hundreds of precepts my children and I sing: Proverbs 4:4 He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live. Keep singing the words in the precept over and over again. You will soon be ready to rehearse the counsel of the Lord's heart and sing the words of the Lord throughout the day. Psalm 119:54 Thy statutes have been my songs in the house of my pilgrimage. Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. Psalm 40:1-3 I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. [2] He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my goings. [3] And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the LORD. Proverbs 6:20 My son, keep thy father's commandment, and forsake not the law of thy mother: 21 Bind them continually upon thine heart, and tie them about thy neck. 22 When thou goest, it shall lead thee; when thou sleepest, it shall keep thee; and when thou awakest, it shall talk with thee. 23 For the commandment is a lamp; and the law is light; and reproofs of instruction are the way of life:

Please pray for me have trouble memories scripture 🙌🕊

Having a memory palace is also a great way to memorize. It makes recall much easier. We use a memory palace for James and other books and 3 years later, the verses are still in memory. They come back to you like an old friend. Also, Falling in love with the God of the bible, will help you along the way :)

Good exhortation. Thanks for sharing.

Yah's True love, True mercy, True grace and True peace shines upon His Words. Indeed! God Bless All.Thank you very much for sharing.

WOW great advise thanks for sharing

Thank you.God Bless you.💯🙏

Sorry if this is going to sound critical, but I think the technique mentioned in this video is pretty awful, because it all boils down to rote memorization. If it does work for you, more power to you though. The technique that I've been using is like the memory palace technique, since verses are sequential: 1) I picked ESV, because I want to focus on the verse and not the grammar, or the archaic verb tenses/pronouns. Pick whichever translation works for you. 2) Pick a place that you know well, typically your house. Identify as many places (called loci) in your house as the number of verses you intend on memorizing. There should be a trail from the first verse all the way to the last verse as you proceed through your memory palace. 3) In each verse, pick out keywords that will help you remember the verse. 4) In each verse, place those keywords in that loci that matches up with verse number. Make up a story with the keywords if that helps you remember. Reading a commentary might also help contextualize and increase your imagination for that loci. 5) Use a spaced repetition schedule to help you practice and identify weak areas. 6) You want to memorize 2-3 verses each day depending on how much time you want to allocate. If you have more time, then pile on more verses. Each time you practice, you recite the entire set of verses that you've memorized so far. I try to recite verses when I shower, pray or meditate.

Hey there... I downloaded the PDF and it's been of tremendous help to me. Thanks so much!

I think that Memory Palace can be a very effective tool to memorize the Scripture fast and with less effort

But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you. John 14:26 "This is the covenant that I will make with them after those days, declares the Lord: I will put my laws on their hearts, and write them on their minds," Hebrews 10:16 ESV

That’s actually really reassuring

Thanks for providing this! I love getting to help people memorize scripture with songs, but longer passages can be challenging to turn into meaningful songs!

Amen! God be praised!

Beleve with with all your heart and follow

The comments below indicate there is much ignorance on Scripture memorisation. Let me explain. I've seen people virtually jealous that you can quote Scripture (oh yes, in context) and then they come out with all manner of statements like, "it's all about relationship", and "how do you know your doctrine is correct?" These are poor excuses not to "study the word to show themselves approved by God." I memorise every Scripture that is a revelation to me. I don't bother memorising passages that I do not understand - what would be the point? It takes me seconds to remember the Scriptures that speak to me. They stay in my memory forever. I've been a Christian 30 years and they are all still there - Chapter and Verse. Why? Perhaps it's because, "If your law had not been my delight I would have perished in my affliction." (Psalm 119:92) You see, every memorised Scripture for me has a testimony. So - YES - memorise Scripture, but make sure you study it and that you are receiving solid biblical teaching. For those Christians who are humble - well, they are edified when you share God's word, much less unbelievers being evangelised.

Thank you. God bless.