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Memorize What Matters

Josh Summers

Religion & Spirituality

Frequency: 1 episode/8d. Total Eps: 158

A podcast for those who love Scripture memory, who want to memorize what matters! Join Josh Summers on his journey to memorize the New Testament of the Bible word for word, exploring various Bible memory methods and techniques along the way. If you have a desire to memorize Scripture, you'll find plenty of encouragement, inspiration and helpful tips from the expert guests who share their stories.

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🇫🇷 France - christianity
29/08/2025
#100
🇩🇪 Germany - christianity
01/07/2025
#94
🇩🇪 Germany - christianity
30/06/2025
#49
🇫🇷 France - christianity
30/12/2024
#68
🇫🇷 France - christianity
29/12/2024
#47

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https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patron/
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https://www.biblememorygoal.com/join/
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https://www.youtube.com/@biblememorygoal
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How Reviewing at Different Speeds Could Improve your Bible Memory

Episode 123

Thursday, December 19, 2024 • Duration 19:53

Most of us only review at one speed, but there are unexpected benefits to reciting your memorized Scripture at three different speeds, says Keith Ferrin, an author and Bible teacher. Be sure to join Josh and Keith for the upcoming Bible memory workshop: https://biblememoryworkshop.com

Hear Keith's first interview that was so popular: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-memorize-the-bible-do-this-instead-w-keith-ferrin/id1624868713?i=1000623405982

Learn more about Keith and other resources mentioned in this episode:

✅ Keith's Website - https://www.keithferrin.com/

✅ Connect in the Community - https://www.biblememorygoal.com/join

✅ Download "52 Verses to Memorize" - https://www.biblememorygoal.com/52verses

✅ Get Josh's new book Memorize What Matters - https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com

🔹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! https://bible-memory-goal.myspreadshop.com/
Become a Patron: For those who are part of our community, becoming a Patron is the best way to pay it forward for other members while gaining extra perks (live calls, mastermind groups, and more!) and access to our Bible memory training. https://community.biblememorygoal.com/checkout/bible-memory-patron-plus
Pay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you! https://www.biblememorygoal.com/support

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Christians do this ALL the Time...and it needs to STOP

Episode 122

Friday, December 13, 2024 • Duration 06:21

I admit that this is a pet peeve, but the fact that so many Christians do this on a daily basis can be so frustrating...especially when it is such a SIMPLE fix. I'm curious to know: do you agree with me or do you think I'm going overboard?

Here are the resources mentioned in the episode:

✅ Leave a comment on the video: https://youtu.be/jsYHSctXdKg

✅ Get Josh's Bible memory book - https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com

✅ Check out the Store: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/shop

Here are links to some of my favorite podcast episodes to listen to:

✅ Don't Memorize the Bible...do THIS instead: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-memorize-the-bible-do-this-instead-w-keith-ferrin/id1624868713?i=1000623405982

✅ 6 FREE Tools to Help you Memorize the Bible: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/6-free-tools-id-use-to-memorize-the-bible-if-i-could-start-over/id1624868713?i=1000621851694

✅ How to Remember Verses you Memorize: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-not-forget-verses-youve-memorized/id1624868713?i=1000618838944**Pay it Forward: Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you!

How to Choose the Best Bible Translation to Memorize or Study (ft. Tim Wildsmith)

Episode 116

Friday, September 27, 2024 • Duration 26:12

Have you ever thought critically about WHY you use a particular Bible translation? Today, we talk with pastor and writer Tim Wildsmith about the history and evolution of English Bible translations, comparing word-for-word and thought-for-thought approaches.

Tim offers practical advice on choosing the right translation for reading, studying, and memorization. He also shares insights from his upcoming book, *Bible Translations for Everyone,* and discusses the detailed process behind creating new translations.

Tune in to learn why so many versions exist and how to select the best one for your needs.

✅ Tim's Website - https://timwildsmith.com/
✅ Tim's new book Bible Translations for Everyone
✅ Tim's YouTube Channel
✅ Get Josh's new book Memorize What Matters https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com

🔹 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 pay it forward for other members while gaining extra perks (live calls, mastermind groups, and more!) and access to our Bible memory training.- : Give any amount to help offset the costs of producing and hosting this podcast. Thank you!

Reciting the WHOLE New Testament from Memory (w/ Tom Meyer)

Episode 28

Friday, October 7, 2022 • Duration 16:14

In this interview with Tom Meyer, aka "The Bible Memory Man", we discuss the tradition of orality in the church as well as the upcoming event where, for the first time ever, the entire New Testament is being recited from memory. What are the challenges they face? Here are a list of resources from this episode:

Watch on YouTube : Watch the recitation recording between October 11-15.
Visit Tom Meyer's Website
Start Your Own Bible Memory Journey: Get step-by-step help with where you can start to do your own Bible memory.

🔹🔹🔹SUPPORT MEMORIZE WHAT MATTERS!🔹🔹🔹 If you're one of those awesome people who understands that these "free" podcast episodes take time and effort to put together, there are a few ways that you can support what we're doing here:

Purchase a shirt! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or track your progress with a poster.
Leave a Rating or Review: Every single review makes a HUGE difference in how easy it is for other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!
Become a Patron: Not only does becoming a patron help to support this podcast, it's also a great way to motivate and keep yourself accountable to your own Bible memory goals. Get access to live video calls, small groups and memory resources!

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Are You "Seasoned with Salt"? (moment of meditation)

Episode 27

Tuesday, October 4, 2022 • Duration 05:02

What does Paul mean in Colossians 4 when he tells the reader to be "always full of grace, seasoned with salt"? In this week's short devotional, Josh takes a closer look at how the Bible uses salt as a metaphor and how we can apply that (and the Scripture we memorize) to our daily interactions and conversations. Dive in Deeper! This short devotional was first published in the Bible Memory Community, a gorup of 500+ people from around the world who gather online to encourage and inspire each other to hide God's Word in their heart. If you'd like to join us, you can do so for free here: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/join You are also welcome to send any comments and feedback via our contact page: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/contact 🔹🔹🔹SUPPORT MEMORIZE WHAT MATTERS!🔹🔹🔹 If this podcast has become part of your weekly routine, that's awesome! You can show your support for all the work that is put into creating this free podcast in the following ways:

Purchase a shirt! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or track your progress with a poster.
Become a Patron: Help us pay for the monthly costs required to keep this Bible memory podcast, website, YouTube channel and online community going. We're SO GRATEFUL for every little bit of montly support!
Leave a Rating or Review: Every review of Memorize What Matters helps other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!

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How Long Would it Take to Memorize the ENTIRE Bible?

Episode 26

Friday, September 30, 2022 • Duration 17:58

Have you ever wondered if it's possible for any human to memorize the entire Bible, word-for-word? If so, how long would it take...and has anybody done it? Listen as Josh shares his own experience and does some simple math to show what IS reasonable. It's important to note: there's value in memorizing even single verses of the Bible - you don't have to go all in on an entire book or testament! And if you need some extra help or inspiration to get started, you can follow our START HERE page or get helpful tips on YouTube:

Start Here for Bible Memory: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/start/
Follow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/biblememorygoal?sub_confirmation=1

🔹🔹🔹SUPPORT MEMORIZE WHAT MATTERS!🔹🔹🔹 If this podcast has become part of your weekly routine, that's awesome! You can show your support for all the work that is put into creating this free podcast in the following ways:

Leave a Rating or Review: Every single review of Memorize What Matters helps other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!
Become a Patron: Help me pay for the monthly costs required to keep this Bible memory podcast, website, YouTube channel and online community going. I am SO GRATEFUL for every little bit of montly support!

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Where Do Verse and Chapter Numbers Come From in the Bible? (the backstory)

Episode 25

Tuesday, September 27, 2022 • Duration 12:27

Have you ever wondered about the chapter and verse numbers in your Bible? If they weren't put there by the original authors, who put them there? What was their reasoning? And most importantly - what does this mean for us as we memorize the Bible or simply use it in our day to day lives? Listen as Josh shares the back story behind the men who added these numbers to Scripture.

Watch the Story (with visuals): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukT67oNMFhE

Leave a Rating or Review: Every single review of Memorize What Matters helps other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!
Become a Patron: Help me pay for the monthly costs required to keep this Bible memory podcast, website, YouTube channel and online community going. I am SO GRATEFUL for every little bit of montly support!

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She Memorized the New Testament...Here's How (w/ Susan Heck)

Episode 24

Friday, September 23, 2022 • Duration 18:47

"I've done the math. At this pace, I'll finish memorizing the Bible when I turn 120 years old". Today we chat with Susan Heck, author of the book A Call to Scripture Memory, who shares unique tips for how to review your memory verses, add new ones, and more! This interview with Susan was recorded in early 2021 and was first published on the Bible Memory Goal YouTube channel. That video has garnered tens of thousands of views and is by far the most popular video on the channel so far. Here are a list of resources from this episode:

A Call to Scripture Memory: This is Susan's popular book available on Amazon.
With the Master: Visit the website for Susan's teaching ministry, With the Master.
Bible Memory Community: If you would like follow Susan's advice to find somebody to partner with in Scripture memory, join our free online community!

Purchase a shirt! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or track your progress with a poster.
Leave a Rating or Review: Every single review makes a HUGE difference in how easy it is for other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!
Become a Patron: Not only does becoming a patron help to support this podcast, it's also a great way to motivate and keep yourself accountable to your own Bible memory goals. Get access to live video calls, small groups and memory resources!

"Have I Not Commanded You..." (DON'T take it out of context!)

Episode 23

Tuesday, September 20, 2022 • Duration 05:13

Before God gives Joshua the oft-quoted promise that He will be with him wherever he goes, there are a handful of other commands that don't get quoted. In this week's Moment of Meditation, Josh takes a closer look at the transition of power from Moses to Joshua and the key things God requires of Joshua *before* He promises to be with him. Dive in Deeper! This short devotional was first published in the Bible Memory Community, a gorup of 500+ people from around the world who gather online to encourage and inspire each other to hide God's Word in their heart. If you'd like to join us, you can do so for free here: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/join You are also welcome to send any comments and feedback via our contact page: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/contact 🔹🔹🔹SUPPORT MEMORIZE WHAT MATTERS!🔹🔹🔹 If this podcast has become part of your weekly routine, that's awesome! You can show your support for all the work that is put into creating this free podcast in the following ways:

Purchase a shirt! Start a conversation about your Bible memory journey with a shirt or track your progress with a poster.
Become a Patron: Help us pay for the monthly costs required to keep this Bible memory podcast, website, YouTube channel and online community going. We're SO GRATEFUL for every little bit of montly support!
Leave a Rating or Review: Every review of Memorize What Matters helps other people to find and benefit from these interviews and resources. The review doesn't need to be long or complicated - even one sentence helps!

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STOP Following Me (Bible Memory is NOT a Race!)

Episode 22

Friday, September 16, 2022 • Duration 07:46

This isn't clickbait. These are my honest thoughts as somebody who is building a Christian brand around Bible memory. Listen as I share why I might ask somebody to stop following me. If this resonates with you, let me know! Feel free to reach out to me on the website contact page, OR you can leave a review of the podcast. I read every review and appreciate your words of encouragement. 🔹🔹🔹SUPPORT MEMORIZE WHAT MATTERS!🔹🔹🔹 There are other ways you can support Bible Memory Goal and this podcast:

Share it! Please tell your friends or other people at church who might be interested to invest more time into Bible memory.
Become a Patron: Help us pay for the monthly costs required to keep this Bible memory podcast, website, YouTube channel and online community going. We're SO GRATEFUL for every little bit of montly support!

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