Memorize What Matters

Josh Summers
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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.

  1. The surprising reason you're NOT hearing from God

    17H AGO

    The surprising reason you're NOT hearing from God

    As Christians, we desire to hear and be heard by God. Yet most of us fail to do the one thing that would make that possible. Enjoy this short devotional on Hebrews 5 this week from Josh. Listen to the 7-step process to memorize a chapter or book: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-memorize-a-full-book-of-the-bible-7-step-checklist/id1624868713?i=1000718950644 You can still get early bird tickets to the premier Bible memory event happening this June! https://www.scripturesyncdallas.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

    6 min
  2. Just because you CAN memorize doesn't mean you SHOULD

    FEB 6

    Just because you CAN memorize doesn't mean you SHOULD

    Your brain can memorize sounds without understanding any meaning, and sometimes that's exactly what we do with Scripture. In this episode, Josh Summers talks with Katie Frost, an associate instructor in World Arts and applied linguistics, about the difference between rote memorization and true internalization of God’s Word. Katie introduces her “Four E’s” framework (Encounter, Experience, Engage, Establish) and shows how it can be used with kids, adults, and small groups. She unpacks why motions, visuals, and embodiment matter for everyone (not just children), how emotional engagement supports memory, and what insights from oral Bible translation and ethnoarts can teach us about how people really learn. They also discuss practical spaced-repetition rhythms, how to build a personal lexicon of keywords and images, and simple ways to adapt these ideas for one-on-one discipleship or family devotions so that Scripture becomes something you live, not just something you recite. ✅ Katie's article on Internalization – https://www.journal-ems.org/index.php/home/article/view/108/67✅ Visit us at Scripture Sync Dallas - https://www.scripturesyncdallas.com/2026✅ Listen to the interview with Josh (Katie's husband) about the Oral Bible Translation - https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-easiest-translation-to-memorize-is-the-obt--64604700✅ Join the “Memorize What Matters” Newsletter – https://www.biblememorygoal.com/newsletter✅ Level Up Your Scripture Memory & Recitation – https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patron✅ Bible Memory Goal Merch Store – https://www.biblememory.store 🔹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

    37 min
  3. This one mindset shift will change how you share the gospel!

    JAN 23

    This one mindset shift will change how you share the gospel!

    What does it mean to “live out loud” for Christ, and how can it transform your ability to naturally share the gospel? In this conversation, Kevin King, author of Living Out Loud and leader of International Project, shares how spiritual conversations can flow from everyday life when we stop separating our language at church from how we speak at work, school, or home. ✅ Kevin King's Website - https://www.internationalproject.org ✅ Living Out Loud Book - Order 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

    28 min
  4. 14 Minutes of Incredible Bible Memory Advice for 2026

    JAN 16

    14 Minutes of Incredible Bible Memory Advice for 2026

    These hand-picked clips from past interviews on this podcast include the moments that resonated the most with you and were most impactful for me. Join us at Scripture Sync! https://www.scripturesyncdallas.com Be sure to listen to each of the full episodes if you missed them: Katie Davis Majors: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-mom-of-15-makes-time-to-memorize-the-bible-w/id1624868713?i=1000641388805 Ellie Wiener: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/can-you-find-joy-in-memorizing-job-in-hebrew-w-ellie-weiner/id1624868713?i=1000668577634 Dr. Andy Davis: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/he-memorized-all-48-chapters-of-ezekiel-and-it/id1624868713?i=1000643029543 Jennifer Rothschild: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-a-blind-woman-can-teach-us-about-scripture/id1624868713?i=1000655884038 Jonathan Bradford: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-does-it-take-to-memorize-the-entire-new/id1624868713?i=1000677862005 Keith Ferrin: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-reviewing-at-different-speeds-could-improve-your/id1624868713?i=1000680925306 🔹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

    14 min
  5. INSPIRING words on Memorizing the Bible (w/ Keith Ferrin)

    JAN 9

    INSPIRING words on Memorizing the Bible (w/ Keith Ferrin)

    Anybody can memorize Bible verses and not understand what they're saying. It's not enough to get the words in the right order, says author and speaker Keith Ferrin. We must seek to KNOW the author! Join us for Scripture Sync live or virtually: https://www.scripturesyncdallas.com Learn about Keith's ministry here:   ▶ Keith's website: https://www.KeithFerrin.com   ▶ Keith's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@keithferrin If you enjoyed this main stage talk by Keith, you'll also enjoy the keynote by Janet Pope: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/janet-pope-on-consistent-bible-memory-even-at-70-yrs-old/id1624868713?i=1000717849622 🔹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

    22 min
  6. NEW 52 Bible Verses for 2026 now available (+ extras)

    JAN 2

    NEW 52 Bible Verses for 2026 now available (+ extras)

    Start this new year with a list of 52 Bible verses that you can memorize - one for each week of the year. You don't have any excuses! Print off the checklist, follow the podcast, and join the community to take advantage of all the encouragement and accountability you need! Here are the resources available to you:  ✅ Download the list: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/52verses  ✅ Follow the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/memory-moment-weekly-bible-memory-verse/id1788616324  ✅ Buy the Memory Cards: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/cards  ✅ Join the community: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/join 🔹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

    4 min
  7. A quick message from Josh to end 2025

    12/30/2025

    A quick message from Josh to end 2025

    This year has flown by faster than ever, but God continues to be faithful in our lives. In our final episode of the year, we have one request and one reminder for you. Get early bird tickets to Scripture Sync: https://www.ScriptureSyncDallas.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

    4 min
  8. You need a Scripture Tracking & Engagement Plan (STEP 2026)

    12/27/2025

    You need a Scripture Tracking & Engagement Plan (STEP 2026)

    Bible reading plans are good and so are memory goals, but why are they separate. This week, Josh introduces our new STEP guide, which gives direction on how you can track your engagement with Scripture as a whole throughout the year, but specifically for the first 90 days. Download the free STEP Guide here: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/stepguide/ Our new list of 52 Bible verses for 2026 is now available! Get the free PDF list or purchase a set of custom, physical cards to keep with you: Download the List: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/52versesPurchase the Cards: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/cards 🔹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

    10 min
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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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  • Creator
    Josh Summers
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    183
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Bible Memory Goal
  • Show Website
    Memorize What Matters

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