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Memory Verses

Hide God's Word in your heart. Memorise a new verse every week with your class.

Verse of the Week

"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."

— Psalm 119:105

A Year's Worth of Scripture

Print these cards and use them in class each week. Each verse is available as a printable A5 card.

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"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path."

— Psalm 119:105

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02

"Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it."

— Proverbs 22:6

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03

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son."

— John 3:16

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04

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

— Philippians 4:13

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05

"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want."

— Psalm 23:1

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06

"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid — for the Lord your God is with you."

— Joshua 1:9

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07

"But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness."

— Matthew 6:33

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08

"Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind."

— Matthew 22:37

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09

"Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right."

— Ephesians 6:1

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10

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication present your requests to God."

— Philippians 4:6

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How to Teach Memory Verses

Different ages need different approaches. Here's what works best for each group.

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Toddlers (2–4)

Use repetition, hand motions, and singing. Keep the verse very short — even just 3–5 words.

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Early Elem (5–8)

Use sticker charts and games like hide-the-word. Let them illustrate the verse.

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Upper Elem (9–12)

Challenge them to write the verse from memory. Discuss what it means for their daily life.

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Teens (13+)

Give context and application. Let teens pick their favourite version of the verse.

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