Memorize What Matters

Matthias Wilder recites entire chapters of Scripture from memory while accompanying himself on piano, creating a live presentation that feels part concert, part Scripture reading, and part worship service.In this episode, Josh talks with Matt about memorizing large portions of the Bible, how audiences respond to hearing the Bible presented in his unique format, and how the book of Hebrews helped him leave Mormonism and embraces the Grace of God as sufficient.✅ Matthias Wilder’s Website – https://matthiaswilder.com/✅ Get Josh’s “Memorize What Matters” on ebook and audiobook for only $5 – https://www.biblememorygoal.com/book5 ✅ Join the “Memorize What Matters” Newsletter – https://www.biblememorygoal.com/newsletter✅ ✅ Matthias Wilder's YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@mattwilderpiano 🔹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

Without an audio recorder, how did the disciples remember what Jesus actually said or did? In this episode, Josh talks with Dr. Craig S. Keener of Asbury Theological Seminary about how memorization and discipleship actually worked in the Jewish and Greco-Roman world. You’ll hear why education was built on memorization and how the disciples would have preserved their teacher’s message and words collectively, not individually. ✅ Craig Keener's books: https://amzn.to/49on6K7 ✅ Christians Don't Know the Bible Anymore w/ Brad East https://www.spreaker.com/episode/christians-don-t-know-the-bible-how-to-fight-biblical-illiteracy--60204807 ✅ Join us as a Patron: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patron/ ✅ Join us for Scripture Sync Dallas this June! https://www.scripturesyncdallas.com/2026🔹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

Despite getting long Covid and dealing with intense brain fog, Valerie shares how she forced herself to focus and memorize Scripture. Learn how praying God's Word not only helped shape her walk with Christ, but also how it created a structure, simple method for memorizing various verses and passages in the Bible. ✅ Download Valerie’s list of verses for free at https://biblememorygoal.com/va... ✅ Join Valerie as a Patron: https://www.biblememorygoal.co... ✅ Join us for Scripture Sync Dallas this June! https://www.scripturesyncdalla...🔹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

Enjoy this beautiful recitation of the Gospel of Luke from memory by Christians all over the world. Hear the story of Jesus healing the ten with leprosy, noticing Zacchaeus and answering all of the questions thrown at him by the Pharisees and religious leaders.Want to take part in our next recitation? Join our Patrons: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronListen to the entire recitation of the Gospel of Luke: 🔹 Luke 1-4: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-story-of-jesus-for-easter-luke-1-4-recited-from-memory--70993172 🔹 Luke 5-8: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-miracles-parables-early-ministry-luke-5-8-recited--71014444 🔹 Luke 9-12: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-feeds-5000-predicts-death-teaches-luke-9-12-recited--71037776 🔹 Luke 13-16: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-and-the-lost-sheep-lost-coin-lost-son-luke-13-16-recited--71038725 🔹 Luke 17-20: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-heals-lepers-meets-zacchaeus-pays-taxes-luke-17-20-recited--71057989 🔹 Luke 21-24: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-trial-death-burial-resurrection-luke-21-24-recited--71062825🔹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

As we continue in the story of Jesus, today we hear him feed 5,000 with only five loaves and two fish, predict his death , and teach on everything from what it means to be a good neighbor to what it means to be a rich fool.A special thank you to all of our Bible memory Patrons who participated in this Gospel Project and brought the story of Luke to life. Learn more about how to take part in these community projects here: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronListen to the entire recitation of the Gospel of Luke: 🔹 Luke 1-4: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-story-of-jesus-for-easter-luke-1-4-recited-from-memory--70993172 🔹 Luke 5-8: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-miracles-parables-early-ministry-luke-5-8-recited--71014444 🔹 Luke 9-12: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-feeds-5000-predicts-death-teaches-luke-9-12-recited--71037776 🔹 Luke 13-16: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-and-the-lost-sheep-lost-coin-lost-son-luke-13-16-recited--71038725 🔹 Luke 17-20: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-heals-lepers-meets-zacchaeus-pays-taxes-luke-17-20-recited--71057989 🔹 Luke 21-24: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-trial-death-burial-resurrection-luke-21-24-recited--71062825🔹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

Prepare your heart for Easter by listening to the story of Jesus' life, from birth to death and resurrection, through a recitation of the Gospel of Luke from memory. This is part one of a six-part series covering all 24 chapters of Luke leading into Easter Sunday.A special thank you to all of our Bible memory Patrons who participated in this Gospel Project and brought the story of Luke to life. Learn more about how to take part in these community projects here: https://www.biblememorygoal.com/patronListen to the entire recitation of the Gospel of Luke: 🔹 Luke 1-4: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-story-of-jesus-for-easter-luke-1-4-recited-from-memory--70993172 🔹 Luke 5-8: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-miracles-parables-early-ministry-luke-5-8-recited--71014444 🔹 Luke 9-12: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-feeds-5000-predicts-death-teaches-luke-9-12-recited--71037776 🔹 Luke 13-16: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-and-the-lost-sheep-lost-coin-lost-son-luke-13-16-recited--71038725 🔹 Luke 17-20: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-heals-lepers-meets-zacchaeus-pays-taxes-luke-17-20-recited--71057989 🔹 Luke 21-24: https://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-trial-death-burial-resurrection-luke-21-24-recited--71062825🔹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

In Bible times, memory was prioritized and practiced more than it is now, which is why Jesus and many authors were able to quote so much Scripture. But how were they able to do it? In this episode, Josh Summers talks with Ken Berding (NT prof at Talbot School of Theology and elder at Redemption Hill Church) about what we’ve lost in biblical literacy and how Scripture memory supports real meditation on God’s Word. Ken shares the heart behind his new book "The Bible by Heart" and walks through Bible-shaped practices like repetition, singing, rhythm, and displaying Scripture so it moves from short-term access into long-term, life-shaping memory. ✅ The Bible by Heart by Ken Berding https://geni.us/bible-by-heart ✅ Memorize What Matters (Digital bundle Deal!) https://www.biblememorygoal.com/book5 ✅ Join us for Scripture Sync Dallas this June! https://www.scripturesyncdallas.com/2026🔹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

Most people just memorize a couple Bible verses or maybe a chapter of the BIble. Bruce Kuhn memorized the entire gospel of Luke and has performed it for decades on stages around the world. Listen to the advice Bruce offers about how this experience taught him to internalize Scripture as lived story, not just lines to recite.Join us for Scripture Sync Dallas this June! https://www.scripturesyncdallas.com/2026✅ Join the “Memorize What Matters” Newsletter – https://www.biblememorygoal.com/newsletter✅ Bruce's website "Word by Heart" - https://www.wordbyheart.org/✅ Learn 12 Bible memory strategies – https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com/book🔹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

This is the secret behind what makes one person's memory strong and another weak. In this episode, Josh talks with Amy Hall, staff apologist at Stand to Reason and co-host of the #STRask podcast, about how extended Scripture memory has reshaped her understanding of God, grounded her worldview, and prepared her for real-time Q&A about tough cultural questions.✅ Stand to Reason website https://www.str.org/ ✅ Reality Apologetics Conference https://www.realityapologetics.com/index.html✅ Join the “Memorize What Matters” Newsletter – https://www.biblememorygoal.com/newsletter✅ Learn 12 Bible memory strategies – https://www.memorizewhatmatters.com/book🔹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

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

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.comBe 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=1000641388805Ellie Wiener: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/can-you-find-joy-in-memorizing-job-in-hebrew-w-ellie-weiner/id1624868713?i=1000668577634Dr. Andy Davis: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/he-memorized-all-48-chapters-of-ezekiel-and-it/id1624868713?i=1000643029543Jennifer Rothschild: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-a-blind-woman-can-teach-us-about-scripture/id1624868713?i=1000655884038Jonathan Bradford: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-does-it-take-to-memorize-the-entire-new/id1624868713?i=1000677862005Keith 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

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

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