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By: authenticallyme

authenticallyme — Sun, 17 May 2009 13:09:18 +0000

YES, Belinda; I see it as you do! I do look back on my childhood and see things I dont want to repeat (im not blaming my parents; I am no one to point a finger here)….I agree it being planted in the mind is a start, and someday later it ‘resurfaces’ for good consideration! I DO repeat what God says….I dont alwasy say its God becasue though I want my kids to recognize God, I also want them to recognize other goodnesses that come from God out in the world, and not separate and judge things in two distinct piles. It has been more beneficial for me)to get the main points of what Christ said (which often involves reading and rereading in *detail* anyhow!). I really do beleive all good things come from God….but they are not always labeled as religious or a Godly concept out in the world….even though He made them. More than anything, I desire for my children to be discerning…a tool i seriously lacked…Im just saying that memorization hasnt always been the best way to keep Gods ways inside my heart or mind. Thats all.

By: Belinda

Belinda — Sun, 17 May 2009 02:59:57 +0000

AM,
You do have a point about rote memorization seeming mundane. However, if we can “catch” some of it in our adult lives through sermons and such then maybe our children can too. I find myself saying “what was the preacher saying about Ephesians?”(or whatever book), then I have to go look it up and dig deeper. If we teach this as habit when our children are young as in “what does God’s word say about this?” then we have begun a good habit with them.

I , too, remember the shows i didn’t “get” when I was little. But, I thought about them later(sometimes years later) and could not believe I was allowed to watch them. I want my children to think this about me but in a more positive light.”Oh, that’s what mom was trying to say!” or ” I remember my parents quoting that verse!(or singing a song)” and it bringing back fond memories and a sense of home and where they belong. Just what they need,maybe, when they need it.

By: authenticallyme

authenticallyme — Sun, 17 May 2009 01:44:58 +0000

I have certain verses I have put up in my home….mostly ones I needed to encourage and remind me of Christs words….with my children, and with myself, I sometimes find it helpful to explain in terms they understand. I too, memorized many things in life, but like you Kelly, even as an adult had to ‘revisit’ words and meanings. At times memorization seems rote and mundane; it doesnt really permeate the mind or soul (to me). Im not saying that doesnt make it profitable, but for me memorization alone didnt illuminate meaning to me. I have to read the bible a lot, repeating chapters to really grasp, sometimes.

Its kind of like when my parents alowed me to watch television shows or movies that were not child-suitable, or ‘beyond me. They had sexual innuendos and the like, and off-color jokes, but as a child they meant nothing to me. I am not saying being allowed to watch whatever I wanted on televsion didnt harm me; i know it had its negatives……in the same way verses repeated without understanding seems futile to me, in one sense. I sent my children to awanas when I was younger, and dont think it did a bit of good…..waste of (our families)time. Plus, it wasnt a very well laid out scripture memory ‘plan’ anyway.

Songs I suppose can be a great way to memorize-but often I find myself remembering the melody, and not really the words so much.

By: Leslie Viles

Leslie Viles — Sat, 16 May 2009 12:36:46 +0000

Psalm 119:11 says “Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You.” I certainly have been lax about memorization with my children and myself. Every day I learn more about what God wants me to do and today is a new day to start doing it.

By: Mother of Dog

Mother of Dog — Fri, 15 May 2009 21:58:43 +0000

I’m not sure why you deleted my comment, Kelly – I think you’d make a fortune with temporary Bible Verse tattoos – and I’m giving you the idea for FREE! You can attach them on their arms and legs, and that way you’ll always have the scripture to guide them.

Genius

By: Word Warrior

Word Warrior — Fri, 15 May 2009 21:31:23 +0000

I really appreciate the encouraging comments…please know I don’t want to take credit for “making an impact”, though it’s comments like that are what really keep me ignited and seeking the Lord for more topics to share. He really does lay the burden on my heart and I can’t keep from writing I’m so thankful for this avenue where I am EQUALLY encouraged by our little “community”

By: Sarah

Sarah — Fri, 15 May 2009 19:53:23 +0000

Amen!

Oh that mother’s would take to heart the seriousness of teaching their precious children the Word of God, and live an example of holiness for them to follow with earnest prayer for them.

Thank you for this wonderful post!

By: The Cottage Child

The Cottage Child — Fri, 15 May 2009 18:11:05 +0000

So true – we are threading together 1Cor 12:4-7
It’s amazing how those little minds work – their memory is astonishing, first of all – how middle age haunts me – I still have to check the text, they just KNOW IT! Second, they get it – this is the age where all the nuances of language seem to make the most sense, all those synapses are firing. The maturity will come, but miss this window and it’s much more difficult for them to internalize it later. (I know, I’m having difficulty with some of it now!).

By: Lucy T

Lucy T — Fri, 15 May 2009 17:46:40 +0000

I am heart broken,convicted,and as always greatful. Kelly,You will never know what a great impact you are making.