Recalibrate: Part 3- 'Memorize' Isn't a Bad Word
A devotional series about reviving your heart, renewing your mind, and restoring your soul
Growing up in church, I was encouraged to memorize and recite scripture verses for prizes. I remember one competition where we could win a prize for memorizing the books of the Bible in order. For some unknown, atypical, left-handed, right-brained reason, I could memorize and recite the 39 Old Testament books but struggled with the 27 New Testament books. I remember being the only one with this problem, the only one who could recite all 39 books of the Old Testament, full of unusual names and titles. Today, I look back on that little girl, and I’m so proud of her!
As I've grown older, I find it takes more effort to locate a specific book of the Bible. I rely on my favorite study Bible, which is marked with my personal notes and highlights, and use spatial navigation to pinpoint exactly where I need to go. Sadly, when I recite the Old Testament books now, I can’t seem to make it passed Ruth without stumbling. I also find that memorizing scripture is much more of a challenge for me no…
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