Memorize Scripture: Simple Steps to Pray, Ponder, and Practice God's Word

by Jackie Angel

"Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly."— Colossians 3:16

But how can God’s Word dwell in us if we haven’t memorized it? How can it comfort and guide us if it doesn’t live in our hearts?

In Memorize Scripture, Catholic speaker, podcaster, and worship leader Jackie Francois Angel invites you on a 12-month journey into the timeless beauty and transformative power of scripture memorization. With 120 carefully selected verses, each organized into 12 thematic chapters, Jackie equips you with practical tools to make memorization simple, meaningful, and accessible.

Drawing from her own experiences of falling in love with God’s Word, Jackie reveals hidden treasures within each verse—uncovering layers of wisdom that have illuminated her own faith journey. From the comforting embrace of Psalms to the profound teachings of the Gospels, Jackie shares firsthand how scripture can become a constant companion, echoing in your heart and guiding your every step.

Every chapter begins with a heartfelt reflection from Jackie and walks you through her simple, step-by-step

Begin by inviting God into your heart through prayer as you prepare to memorize His Word. Reflect on the meaning and significance of each verse using Jackie’s thoughtful prompts to dive deeper into scripture’s wisdom. Use Jackie’s proven tips and techniques to make scripture memorization accessible and rewarding. Solidify your memorization with interactive exercises. Each chapter provides space for copy work and journaling to help you integrate scripture into your daily life.   Whether you’re new to scripture or have been reading the Bible for years, Jackie’s approachable style will inspire you to dive deeper into your faith. As you commit each verse to memory, you’ll find that God’s Word becomes more than something you recite—it becomes a living, breathing part of who you are, strengthening you on your daily journey with God and drawing you closer to his heart.

Genres: Faith

256 pages, Hardcover

Published January 1, 2025

Reviews

[Sheri · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book and have memorized several scripture passages. Looking forward to memorizing more. Her writing style is very easy to read.

[Brittany · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 Stars ✨

“Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly.”— Colossians 3:16

But how can God’s Word dwell in us if we haven’t memorized it? How can it comfort and guide us if it doesn’t live in our hearts?

**Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this advanced e-copy of Memorize Scripture, in exchange for an honest review.**

I’m always looking for new tips, tricks and unique ways to memorize scripture so I was excited to score this arc. My favorite way to memorize scripture is using music. It usually helps me the most and sticks. I didn’t know anything about Jackie Angel, but after reading I learned she has a podcast called “Memorize Scripture”. She is also a songwriter/singe, worship leader and practicing catholic. I don’t share the same theology as she does, and at first I wasn’t sure I would finish it - but I’m glad
I did because regardless of her religion/beliefs I was super impressed with her heart and the calling God has placed on her life. She has written a fantastic little guide that really encourages all - from every “Christian faith background “ to memorize scriptures and she includes practical lessons from her own life and experiences without using religious instruction. It’s just to the point and easy without all the added “opinions” and focuses on the Bible as the center. I would definitely recommend to anyone wanting more ideas to help remember scripture. I am also looking forward to checking out her podcast.

[Anita's Book List · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s only January, but I can already tell this will be one of my favorite reads of 2025. As someone who has always aspired to memorize scripture but struggled to find a starting point, this book is an absolute gem. It seamlessly weaves wisdom from saints, Catholic teachings, and scripture, providing both guidance and inspiration.

The book’s structure is one of its standout features. Each chapter begins with a thoughtful reflection that sets the tone for the theme. At the conclusion of each chapter, readers are invited to delve deeper through a short prayer, insightful reflection questions, and carefully selected scripture verses tailored to the chapter’s focus. These verses serve as an excellent foundation for anyone looking to begin or enhance their scripture memorization journey.

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[Brandi · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have absolutely loved Memorize Scripture by Jackie Angel. Whether you are a novice or have already made this practice a habit, I think Jackie offers a simple, informative, and adoptable approach. I appreciated the background of her own story and how she started this journey. Additionally, tips along the way for involving her family makes this a family-friendly tool. The various tools and approaches can meet anyone where they are in this journey and offer a new perspective. Broken into twelve chapters that address the common longings and issues of every Christian’s life, it is highly applicable. The beginning of each chapter has a meaningful background or intro to the theme that primes the heart to better receive the verses selected. There are various ways you can approach how to use this book. One chapter per month and each chapter has multiple verses to choose from. Many of the chapters correspond to liturgical seasons, but you can also just pick a topic and select a verse from there. There are tips and tricks provided as well as recommendations for making the work last. I read this on an e-reader, which is an easy and portable way to take it with me wherever I go, but I was drawn to the art and graphics around the verses and the journaling space and think a paper copy version would be a great addition.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher via NetGalley, and all opinions expressed are solely my own, freely given.