Jan. 1, 2009 - scripture memory
I'm pondering how I ever allowed myself to lose sight of such an important teaching tool in my personal life.
I've been rereading a passage in Proverbs for quite a while now. I find that I'm looking it up again and again and rereading it with the same excitement as the first time I stumbled upon it. Then it dawned on me; why not memorize it? I'm ashamed to say I haven't intentionally memorized scripture in many years. By intentional I mean outside of the accidental absorption of my children's Christian Ed. or Awana verses as I help them practice or a repetitious song, I haven't made the effort for my own spiritual growth.
So my New Year's Goal is to memorize scripture on a regular basis. I'm starting with Proverbs 2:1-10. As the world presses it's judgements and philosophies upon me it's a good reminder that true wisdom comes only from God. I think that's why I'm so often drawn to this passage.
"My son, accept my words and store up my commands within you, turning your ear to wisdom and applying your heart to understanding, and if you call out for insight and cry aloud for understanding, and if you look for it as for silver and search for it as for hidden treasure then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God. For the Lord gives wisdom and from his mouth come knowledge and understanding. He holds victory in store for the upright, he is a shield to those whose walk is blameless, for he guards the course of the just and protects the way of his faithful ones. Then you will understand what is right and just and fair-- every good path. For wisdom will enter your heart and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul."
Comments
Jan. 1, 2009 - scripture memory
Posted by Anonymous
I would love to join you in that endeavor...not that we should be deterred, but i sure wish the memorizing came as easily to me as it does to my young kids! Great verses to begin with.
l, amy
Jan. 2, 2009 - Scripture Memory
Posted by Phil Walker
I was encouraged to see your interest in Scripture Memory. If you want more help you can check out my website www.scripture-memory-support.org
In Christ, Phil Walker philjohn1558@yahoo.com
