I have hidden your word in my heartDavid didn't say, I have filed away your word in my brain, so that I might an encyclopedic knowledge of your Word.
that I might not sin against you.
Psalm 119 Beth
There's a place for studying for theology or studying for outlines. But the Word is meant to transform your heart, not just educate your mind.
Memorization is the topic usually associated with this verse, but it goes beyond that. It's not just recommending the storage of words and phrases in your brain, but memorizing the meaning and intent of the words as well – Memorization with Meditation.
Studying and meditating on the Word must be about absorbing the words and the intent and the transforming life of God's Word into your heart.
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