Scripture Memorization

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Comunicación y Gerencia

• Scripture Memorization

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Scripture Memorization A Key to
a Spiritual Mindset.

• What do you think about the most?
• God should be front and center, the predominate
  person that occupies our hearts and minds (Ps.
  1455 Luke 1027).

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Scripture Memorization A Key to
a Spiritual Mindset.

• What we think about is often determined by what
  we allow to influence us.
• A steady diet of worldly influences can, over
  time, mold and shape our way of thinking (Rom.
  122a Col. 28 1 John 215-16).

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Scripture Memorization A Key to
a Spiritual Mindset.

• To be a spiritual person, we must have a
  spiritual mindset.
• Proverbs 237 (NKJV) For as he thinks in his
  heart, so is he
• To transform our way of thinking, we must renew
  our minds by Gods word (Rom. 122 cf. Eph.
  423).

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We can forget Gods will, so we need constant
reminders.

• 2 Peter 112 (NASB) Therefore, I shall
  always be ready to remind you of these things,
  even though you already know them, and have been
  established in the truth which is present with
  you.

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• Scripture memorization
  is an effective way we can transform our way of
  thinking and keep ourselves in the will of God!

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The Case for Scripture Memorization.

• Scripture memorization is not for the chosen
  few, but an important spiritual practice for
  every Christian to consider.

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Psalm 197-8 (KJV)

• 7 The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the
  soul the testimony of the LORD is sure, making
  wise the simple. 8 The statutes of the LORD are
  right, rejoicing the heart the commandment of
  the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes.

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• We are commanded to meditate or dwell upon that
  which is spiritual (Phil. 48).
• Yet, how can we think about Gods will, if we
  cant remember it?

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Colossians 316 (NASB)

• Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you,
  with all wisdom teaching and admonishing one
  another with psalms and hymns and spiritual
  songs, singing with thankfulness in your hearts
  to God.

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The Case for Scripture Memorization.

• Scripture memorization is not for the chosen
  few, but an important spiritual practice for
  every Christian to consider.
• Scripture memorization is not a mere hobby, but a
  way of life.
• Just as Bible study, prayer, good deeds, and our
  relationship to God are not to be regarded as
  hobbies, so it is true with Scripture
  memorization!

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Deuteronomy 66-9 (NASB)

• 6 And these words, which I am commanding you
  today, shall be on your heart 7 and you shall
  teach them diligently to your sons and shall talk
  of them when you sit in your house and when you
  walk by the way and when you lie down and when
  you rise up. 8 And you shall bind them as a sign
  on your hand and they shall be as frontals on
  your forehead. 9 And you shall write them
  on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.

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Matthew 44 (NASB)

• But He answered and said, "It is written, 'Man
  shall not live on bread alone, but on every word
  that proceeds out of the mouth of God. cf. 2
  Pet. 318

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The Case for Scripture Memorization.

• Scripture memorization is not for the chosen
  few, but an important spiritual practice for
  every Christian to consider.
• Scripture memorization is not a mere hobby, but a
  way of life.
• Going beyond Bible study, we must be able to
  carry Gods word with us wherever we go.

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Proverbs 71-3 (NASB)

• 1 My son, keep my words, and treasure my
  commandments within you. 2 Keep my commandments
  and live, and my teaching as the apple of your
  eye. 3 Bind them on your fingers write them on
  the tablet of your heart.

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Psalm 408 (NASB)

• I delight to do Thy will, O my God Thy Law is
  within my heart.

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Psalm 119105 (NASB)

• Thy word is a lamp to my feet, and a light to my
  path.

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Why We Should Want to Memorize Scripture.

• Reasons for memorizing Scripture we must avoid.
• As a source of pride and boasting (1 Cor.
  81).
• To somehow elevate ourselves above others
  (self-righteous superiority e.g., Mat. 235).

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Matthew 235

• "But they do all their deeds to be noticed by
  men for they broaden their phylacteries, and
  lengthen the tassels of their garments. - NASB
• "Everything they do is for show. On their arms
  they wear extra wide prayer boxes with Scripture
  verses inside, and they wear extra long tassels
  on their robes. - NLT

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Why We Should Want to Memorize Scripture.

• Reasons for memorizing Scripture we must avoid
  (pride, boasting, self-elevation/righteousness,
  superiority).
• The number one reason to memorize Scripture is to
  draw closer to God! (John 644-45)

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Some of the Spiritual Blessings from Scripture
Memorization.

• A Transformed mind and a changed heart (Heb 412
  Rom 116 122)

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Romans 122 (NASB)

• And do not be conformed to this world, but be
  transformed by the renewing of your mind, that
  you may prove what the will of God is, that which
  is good and acceptable and perfect.

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Philippians 48 (NASB)

• Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is
  honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure,
  whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute,
  if there is any excellence and if anything worthy
  of praise, let your mind dwell on these things.

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Psalm 11952 (NASB)

• I have remembered Thine ordinances from of old,
  O LORD, and comfort myself.

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Philippians 25

• Let this mind be in you which was also in
  Christ Jesus NKJV
• Have this attitude in yourselves which was also
  in Christ Jesus - NASB

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Some of the Spiritual Blessings from Scripture
Memorization.

• A transformed mind and a changed heart.
• An increase in our knowledge of Gods will and
  our obedience.

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Colossians 19-10 (NASB)

• For this reason also, since the day we heard of
  it, we have not ceased to pray for you and to ask
  that you may be filled with the knowledge of His
  will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding,
  10 so that you may walk in a manner worthy of
  the Lord, to please Him in all respects, bearing
  fruit in every good work and increasing in the
  knowledge of God

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• The more Scripture is placed in your heart, the
  better able you will be to fulfill the will of
  God in your life!

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Proverbs 31-6 (NASB)

• 1 My son, do not forget my teaching, but let
  your heart keep my commandments 2 For length of
  days and years of life, and peace they will add
  to you. 3 Do not let kindness and truth leave
  you Bind them around your neck, write them on
  the tablet of your heart. 4 So you will find
  favor and good repute in the sight of God and
  man. 5 Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and
  do not lean on your own understanding. 6 In all
  your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your
  paths straight.

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• To walk in wisdom every day, we must
  carry Gods word in our hearts (Eph. 515-17).

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Some of the Spiritual Blessings from Scripture
Memorization.

• A transformed mind and a changed heart.
• An increase in our knowledge of Gods will and
  our obedience.
• Spiritual speech

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Luke 645 (NASB)

• The good man out of the good treasure of his
  heart brings forth what is good and the evil man
  out of the evil treasure brings forth what is
  evil for his mouth speaks from that which fills
  his heart. cf. Mat. 1234

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Psalm 3730-31 (NASB)

• 30 The mouth of the righteous utters wisdom, and
  his tongue speaks justice. 31 The law of his God
  is in his heart His steps do not slip.

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Some of the Spiritual Blessings from Scripture
Memorization.

• A transformed mind and a changed heart.
• An increase in our knowledge of Gods will and
  our obedience.
• Spiritual speech
• Victory over temptation

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Psalm 11911

• Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I
  might not sin against You. - NKJV
• Thy word I have treasured in my heart, that I
  may not sin against Thee. - NASB

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By quoting Scripture,
we yield a more powerful weapon!

• Eph 617 (NASB) the sword of the Spirit, which
  is the word of God.
• 1 Cor 118 (NASB) For the word of the cross is
  to those who are perishing foolishness, but to us
  who are being saved it is the power of God.

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• Jesus is our example to follow (1 Pet. 221) and
  He quoted Scripture, not general
  principles, to defeat
  the devil! (Mat. 41-11).

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Some of the Spiritual Blessings from Scripture
Memorization.

• A transformed mind and a changed heart.
• An increase in our knowledge of Gods will and
  our obedience.
• Spiritual speech
• Victory over temptation
• Able to give a ready answer for what you believe
  and why.

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1 Peter 315 (NASB)

• but sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts,
  always being ready to make a defense to everyone
  who asks you to give an account for the hope that
  is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence

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• Knowing Scripture by heart is a great confidence
  builder in our ability to speak to a world lost
  in sin!

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Psalm 11946 (NASB)

• I will also speak of Thy testimonies before
  kings, and shall not be ashamed.

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Colossians 46 (NASB)

• Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned,
  as it were, with salt, so that you may know how
  you should respond to each person.

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How to Memorize Scripture Properly.

• Believe in the Scriptures
• You are not memorizing mere words of men, but the
  word of God! (1 Thes. 213 2 Tim. 316-17).
• Believe in the power of the gospel to help you,
  to change you, to save you!

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Hebrews 412 (NKJV)

• For the word of God is living and powerful, and
  sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even
  to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints
  and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts
  and intents of the heart. cf. Rom. 116

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• Scripture memorization will not benefit you
  unless you believe in what it says! (Heb. 42
  Ps. 119160).

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Hebrews 42 (NASB)

• For indeed we have had good news preached to us,
  just as they also but the word they heard did
  not profit them, because it was not united by
  faith in those who heard.

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Psalm 119160 (NASB)

• The sum of Thy word is truth, and every one of
  Thy righteous ordinances is everlasting.

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How to Memorize Scripture Properly.

• Believe in the Scriptures
• Humble yourself and be taught of God (Ps. 259).
• Dont just hear or memorize Scripture, apply it
  personally whenever possible with absolute
  honesty and humility (Jas 122-25 2 Cor. 135).

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Example

• Mat 1624-26 (NASB) 24 Then Jesus said to His
  disciples, "If anyone wishes to come after Me,
  let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and
  follow Me. 25 "For whoever wishes to save his
  life shall lose it but whoever loses his life
  for My sake shall find it. 26 "For what will a
  man be profited, if he gains the whole world, and
  forfeits his soul? Or what will a man give in
  exchange for his soul?

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How to Memorize Scripture Properly.

• Believe in the Scriptures
• Humble yourself and be taught of God (Ps. 259).
• Memorize one verse or small passage at a time.

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Break the longer verses down into sections.
Example Isaiah 4110

• Do not fear, for I am with you
• Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your
  God.
• I will strengthen you, surely I will help you,
• Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right
  hand.

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• Start with the ones you are more familiar to
  provide needed confidence (e.g., John 316 Rom.
  58 Mark 1616).
• I can do this!

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How to Memorize Scripture Properly.

• Believe in the Scriptures
• Humble yourself and be taught of God (Ps. 259).
• Memorize one verse or small passage at a time.
• Select a verse or passage you have already
  studied.

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What spiritual blessing can come to memorize a
verse you dont understand!?!

• Example Revelation 141 (NASB)
• And I looked, and behold, the Lamb was standing
  on Mount Zion, and with Him one hundred and
  forty-four thousand, having His name and the name
  of His Father written on their foreheads.

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• Study the verse first (2 Tim. 215), then proceed
  to memorize it.

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How to Memorize Scripture Properly.

• Believe in the Scriptures
• Humble yourself and be taught of God (Ps. 259).
• Memorize one verse or small passage at a time.
• Select a verse or passage you have already
  studied.
• Make certain you memorize each verse word for
  word dont paraphrase!

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How to Memorize Scripture Properly.

• Prioritize, discipline yourself, and set goals.
• Resolve to make Scripture memorization a priority
  (1 Tim 47-8)

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1 Timothy 47-8 (NASB)

• 7 But have nothing to do with worldly fables fit
  only for old women. On the other hand, discipline
  yourself for the purpose of godliness 8 for
  bodily discipline is only of little profit, but
  godliness is profitable for all things, since it
  holds promise for the present life and also for
  the life to come.

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Set memory verse goals.

• Example one or two a week, 50-100 a year
• Goals help to keep us motivated and accomplish
  more.

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Philippians 314 (NASB)

• I press on toward the goal for the prize of the
  upward call of God in Christ Jesus.

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How to Memorize Scripture Properly.

• Prioritize, discipline yourself, and set goals.
• Frequent repetition whenever and wherever you
  can.
• Gods word emphasizes the importance of
  repetition (1
  Thes. 516-18).

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1 Thessalonians 516-18 (NASB)

• 16 Rejoice always 17 pray without ceasing 18
  in everything give thanks for this is God's will
  for you in Christ Jesus.

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• The more times you repeat the patterns of thought
  from Scripture, the more successful you will be
  to place it in your long-term memory and be able
  to recall the verse in the future.

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How to Memorize Scripture Properly.

• Prioritize, discipline yourself, and set goals.
• Frequent repetition whenever and wherever you
  can.
• Dont short change your ability to memorize
  Scripture!

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• We have a much greater ability to remember than
  we realize! (e.g., song lyrics,
  The Pledge the Allegiance, TV commercials, etc.).

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2 Peter 31-2 (NASB)

• 1 This is now, beloved, the second letter I am
  writing to you in which I am stirring up your
  sincere mind by way of reminder, 2 that you
  should remember the words spoken beforehand by
  the holy prophets and the commandment of the Lord
  and Savior spoken by your apostles.

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How to Memorize Scripture Properly.

• Prioritize, discipline yourself, and set goals.
• Frequent repetition whenever and wherever you
  can.
• Dont short change your ability to memorize
  Scripture!
• Get started!

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Get Started!

• Change is difficult and we get accustomed to the
  status quo and we are often too busy to make
  any needed adjustments.
• We make time for what is important to us. We must
  redeem the time. Dont put off
  for tomorrow what could bless you today! (Ps.
  11960).

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• Scripture Memorization is a Great Way to Treasure
  Gods Word in Your Heart! (Psalm 11911)