REVIEW: "How to Memorize Scripture for Life" by Andrew M. Davis

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About the Book:

✦ Full title: "How to Memorize Scripture for Life: From One Verse to Entire Books"

✦ Author: Andrew M. Davis

✦ Genre: Christian nonfiction


✦ Series: No, a standalone book


✦ Recommend for: Anyone who wants to memorize Scripture!

My Personal Rating

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

📖 Synopsis

A Simple, Proven Method for Memorizing Long Passages of Scripture.
When God’s word abides in believers, it overflows with blessings for everyday life. Many Christians have individual Scripture verses “stored up” in their hearts, but there can be even greater spiritual benefit to memorizing long passages―even entire books―of the Bible. Unfortunately, this is often dismissed as impossible or too time consuming.   Andrew M. Davis helps readers commit to extended Scripture memorization so they may grow in holiness, resist temptation, and share the gospel with others. In this brief guide, he offers an accessible, time-tested pattern for studying Scripture that includes simple daily procedures and tips for long-term retention. By building up a storehouse of biblical truth in their hearts, readers will strengthen their prayer life and intimacy with Christ as they prepare to share God’s truth with others.  

💭 My Thoughts 

This little book on Bible memorization is a wonderfully accessible and inspiring guide for anyone wanting to hide God’s Word in their heart. I appreciate how Davis first made the case for why we as Christians are meant to memorize Scripture, and does an excellent job dismantling common excuses Christians often give. The appendices were super helpful as well. As soon as I finished, I started the process of memorizing the book of Ephesians using Davis's methods, and 7 verses in, I am loving it and gaining so much.

My only complaint would be that is very, very short and I wanted a little more, but otherwise this was encouraging, convicting, and extremely practical. Absolutely great and I would highly recommend to all Christians!

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Bookishly yours, 


Lottie M


*I received this book for free from the publisher (Crossway) in exchange for this honest review. 


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