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Scripture Memorization Guide

A message from Pastor Eli: Memorizing Scripture takes time, but that's part of the benefit and goodness of memorization. Work at your own pace and don't be discouraged if you don't make it through the whole passage. Select any of the exercises which best suit your individual learning style.

Scripture memorization is not about pressure, but delight. We want to savor God's word, which is why we are setting aside time to memorize it and meditate upon it. So enjoy the journey, and let your heart delight in what the Lord says!

1. Recite John 15:11-13 out loud, and try listening to an audio version or recording of yourself. 

2. To memorize the whole passage, repeat each verse, one at a time, until fully memorized. Write or type as many times as needed.

3. Complete the verses.

John 15:11
These things I have spoken to you, that my ________ may be in you,
and that your joy may be ________.
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John 15:12
"This is my ________, that you love one another as I have ________ you.
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John 15:1
Greater ________ has no one than this, that someone lay down his ________ for his friends.

4. Drag and drop into the correct order.

Use the up and down arrow keys to change the rank.
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5. Take a moment to pray or hand write this passage back to the Lord, using your own words or another bible translation such as NLT, MSG, NIRV, ERV, CSB, and EASY.

6. Reflection: 
a. According to Gospel of John 15:11, why does Jesus want His disciples to obey His teaching, and what does He want them to feel?
b. In verses 12–13, what does Jesus say real love looks like?
c. What is one way you can show this kind of love to a friend this week?