Jeremiah 25, 26

The Lord instructed Jeremiah to speak His Words … exactly as He dictated. God said, “Don’t omit even a word. Maybe they will listen.”

It was the prophet’s responsibility to declare what God had given Him … and not to add or subtract from it. God’s Word can speak for itself. This is why it is critical to memorize it to be able to speak it when the need arises. It is not our job to figure out how God will accomplish His Will through it. Our responsibility is to SPEAK IT.

When I was in the U.S. Army stationed in the Panama Canal Zone (where Julie was born) Patty and I were befriended and discipled by (Capt.) Will Duke and his wife, Patty. They belonged to The Navigators. This organization had a strong emphasis upon foundation scriptural teaching and memorization. The verses I learned in 1970 have been vital in my ability to witness for the Lord through the years. When we have the Word memorized, the Holy Spirit can bring a verse to mind when sharing with someone who needs more of God.