Comments on: Memorizing Scripture is hard on an old man

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By: Barry Wallace

Barry Wallace — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 16:37:11 +0000

Matt,

I’m sure some people are better at memorizing Scripture than others, but it’s been a good exercise for our church. The vast majority of our members don’t consider themselves good at memorizing Scripture, but they’re working hard at it anyway. It’s very encouraging.

By: Matt Keegan

Matt Keegan — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 11:36:12 +0000

I’ve never been particularly good at memorizing scripture, but I am able to recall enough verses here and there to remind me throughout the day of God’s purposes for me and others.

I guess age has something to do with it for some people, but it seems more like a gift for others.

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Treasuring God’s Word « who am i? — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 18:14:01 +0000

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By: Barry Wallace

Barry Wallace — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 15:27:18 +0000

David, You win. Your equation is far superior to mine. And I'm looking forward to never growing old and eternally increasing joy.

By: David Porter

David Porter — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 14:09:40 +0000

Barry,

You said:

David,
53 = over half a century = old. The truth hurts.

I say 53 – eternity w/ Christ = not old!

By: Barry Wallace

Barry Wallace — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 23:29:02 +0000

Matt,
I would try to nail that first line so you can say it in your sleep. Did you look at Andy Davis’ suggestions? I think they might help you.

Renee Ann,
I had not noticed that feature on the ESV site before. Thanks for the link!

By: Renee Ann

Renee Ann — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 22:38:07 +0000

I’ve been using the ESV audio feed to memorize. I think this is the right link…
http://www.gnpcb.org/esv/share/rss2.0/memory/truth/

Paste that link into iTunes under advanced, subscribe to podcast. I listen to my whole list everyday and it sinks in. Someday, will have to cut some that I’m sure I have down.

Let me know if that doesn’t work. Not sure I’m giving right link.

Blessings,

Renee Ann

By: Matt

Matt — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 20:16:18 +0000

I can’t even get more then the first line and if I got more than a day without looking at it I can’t even remember it. I keep wanting to start it, Behold my good and faithful servant then it throws me off but if I can remember behold, my servant shall act wisely then I can get the hold first verse

–matt

By: Barry Wallace

Barry Wallace — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 18:59:03 +0000

David,
53 = over half a century = old. The truth hurts.

glenna,
You have my sympathy.