Memorized Scripture

“Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.” – Joshua 1:8 Memorizing scripture does more than studying. In the West, we tend to study, while in the East, meditation is emphasized—repeating and reflecting on the words. Psalm 1 says there is a blessing for those who meditate on God’s word day and night. Joshua instructs us to keep God’s law on our lips and meditate on it day and night, promising prosperity and success. Here, “meditate” means to memorize. When you do this, you develop a Biblical mindset and align your whole being with God’s word. Memorizing is transformative, shaping your mind in accordance with Scripture. The Bible doesn’t provide a rule for every possible situation we might face. You don’t need a