Memorizing Scripture

So why haven't I memorized Scipture very often?

1. It hasn't been a priority of mine

2. It's hard

Should I?  Absolutely!

Here's my paraphrase of an article that was sent to me by John Piper.  (Ok, now I'm obsesed with what John Piper says, but he's making me think in deeper ways... :o)!)

First of all memorizing Scripture helps me become more like Christ.  If I'm thinking about His Words and what He has to say I will know Christ more intimately (1 Samuel 3:21).  Second, I will be able to have victory over sin in my life.  Sin will no longer have the same appeal as before (Psalm 119:9, 11).  Third, more frequently Scripture will come to mind so we can encourage and counsel others (Proverbs 25:11).  Fourth, more opportunities will present themselves for me to share Christ's love and His Good News to people who don't know Christ (at least we'll be more likely to see those opportunities).  Fifith, through constantly thinking and mulling over His qualities we will have more opportunities to relate to Him more clearly.

Would you guys keep me accountable to start memorizing a Scritpure verse a week?  Thanks!

I'm goinig to use this website to start memorizing Scripture.

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