Do you wake up anxious first thing in the morning? Is your mind racing with thoughts of what you need to get done today and what you failed to do yesterday? If this is a pattern for you, we challenge you to break the morning cycle of worry with prayer!

In this episode preview from Teach Us to Pray, host Christina Patterson shares what to pray in the morning for a worry-free day.



Discover More Episodes of 'Teach Us to Pray' with Christina Patterson: 

3 Signs God Is Trying to Get Your Attention: https://apple.co/3pmZYHN / https://spoti.fi/42uBdYS

How to Turn Your Worries into Prayers: https://apple.co/3I4FPgd / https://spoti.fi/3VTyWUO

How to Pray When You Sense God Moving You In a New Direction: https://apple.co/42tOrVJ / https://spoti.fi/3BoBwIJ

Why Prayer Is So Hard: https://apple.co/3pz8jZ9 / https://spoti.fi/3LUNSx9



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Do you wake up anxious first thing in the morning? Is your mind racing with thoughts of what you need to get done today and what you failed to do yesterday? If this is a pattern for you, we challenge you to break the morning cycle of worry with prayer!
In this episode preview from Teach Us to Pray, host Christina Patterson shares what to pray in the morning for a worry-free day.
 
Discover More Episodes of 'Teach Us to Pray' with Christina Patterson: 
3 Signs God Is Trying to Get Your Attention: <a href="https://apple.co/3pmZYHN">https://apple.co/3pmZYHN</a> / <a href="https://spoti.fi/42uBdYS">https://spoti.fi/42uBdYS</a> 
How to Turn Your Worries into Prayers: <a href="https://apple.co/3I4FPgd">https://apple.co/3I4FPgd</a> / <a href="https://spoti.fi/3VTyWUO">https://spoti.fi/3VTyWUO</a> 
How to Pray When You Sense God Moving You In a New Direction: <a href="https://apple.co/42tOrVJ">https://apple.co/42tOrVJ</a> / <a href="https://spoti.fi/3BoBwIJ">https://spoti.fi/3BoBwIJ</a> 
Why Prayer Is So Hard: <a href="https://apple.co/3pz8jZ9">https://apple.co/3pz8jZ9</a> / <a href="https://spoti.fi/3LUNSx9">https://spoti.fi/3LUNSx9</a>
 
Follow the Show, 'Teach Us to Pray': 
Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://apple.co/3NBnXgt">https://apple.co/3NBnXgt</a>
Spotify: <a href="https://spoti.fi/3NXSghL">https://spoti.fi/3NXSghL</a>
 
Want more on Christian Apologetics for Parents? Visit <a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/author/catherine-segars">https://www.crosswalk.com/author/catherine-segars</a>

The Christian Parent, Crazy World podcast with Catherine Segars equips moms and dads to be godly parents in a world that often opposes their faith. As a passionate apologist and seasoned communicator, Catherine unpacks the tough cultural issues facing families today, offering insightful, biblically grounded guidance. Each episode helps parents understand the challenges of our times and respond with wisdom, confidence, and grace.

Topics covered on this podcast include:
What to Do If Your Child Walks Away from the Faith
Can Our Words Change the Future?
Why Are So Many Kids Falling Away from The Faith?
13 Ways To Be a Better Parent This Year
5 Things Every Parent Needs to Know About Gen Z
What Critical Foundation Do Many Parents Miss When Discipling Their Kids?
How To Teach Your Kids the Christian Worldview 
Hope and Strategy for Parents of Prodigal Children

Want to read some of Catherine's most popular Christian parenting articles? Check them out here: https://www.crosswalk.com/author/catherine-segars/

The Christian Parent, Crazy World&nbsp;podcast with Catherine Segars equips moms and dads to be godly parents in a world that often opposes their faith. As a passionate apologist and seasoned communicator, Catherine unpacks the tough cultural issues facing families today, offering insightful, biblically grounded guidance. Each episode helps parents understand the challenges of our times and respond with wisdom, confidence, and grace.
Topics covered on this podcast include:
<ul>
<li>What to Do If Your Child Walks Away from the Faith</li>
<li>Can Our Words Change the Future?</li>
<li>Why Are So Many Kids Falling Away from The Faith?</li>
<li>13 Ways To Be a Better Parent This Year</li>
<li>5 Things Every Parent Needs to Know About Gen Z</li>
<li>What Critical Foundation Do Many Parents Miss When Discipling Their Kids?</li>
<li>How To Teach Your Kids the Christian Worldview&nbsp;</li>
<li>Hope and Strategy for Parents of Prodigal Children</li>
</ul>
Want to read some of Catherine's most popular Christian parenting articles? Check them out here: https://www.crosswalk.com/author/catherine-segars/

Christian Parent, Crazy World is a podcast dedicated to helping you be a godly parent in an ungodly world.

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What to Pray in the Morning for a Worry-Free Day | Teach Us to Pray

Letting Go Isn’t Losing—It’s Trusting God with Your Children’s Future

How do you faithfully release your children into the world while still nurturing connection and influence? In this profoundly honest episode, host Catherine is joined by Jaime Hampton of the Praying Christian Women Podcast to tackle one of the most challenging—and transformative—realities of parenting: letting go.

For Christian parents, “letting go” isn’t about giving up; it’s about surrendering control, deepening trust, and transferring ownership of our children’s faith from our hands into God’s. Drawing from personal experience and biblical wisdom, Catherine and Jaime explore four distinct phases of parenting, revealing how to step back while keeping communication and relationship strong.

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

The Four Phases of Parenting
Caregiver: From diapers to first steps, parents meet every need.
Cop: Setting boundaries and keeping children safe before they fully understand.
Coach: Explaining the “why” behind rules as children mature.
Counselor: Giving advice only when asked, respecting your adult child’s autonomy while remaining a trusted source of wisdom.

Jesus as the Model for Letting Go: In a powerful discussion on John 17, Jaime and Catherine reflect on how Jesus prepared His disciples, equipped them, and ultimately sent them out, because “greater works than these you will do.” Christ’s example gives parents a biblical blueprint for releasing children in faith, not fear.

Prayer—The Invisible Influence: Letting go doesn’t mean the end of parental influence. As Catherine says, “Our greatest influence over the lives of our kids happens on our knees.” Whether praying through a prodigal season or releasing a child to public school, parents have spiritual authority to intercede for their children, guided by God’s wisdom and timing.

MEET THE GUEST: Jaime Hampton is a wife and mother of three who recently relocated from Alaska to Utah with her family, embracing the challenges of a new climate and culture. With her eldest in college and two younger kids in school, Jaime co-hosts the Praying Christian Women podcast with her longtime friend and prayer partner, Alana Terry. Their show began as an outgrowth of their honest coffee-time conversations about faith and prayer, offering encouragement for women to grow spiritually.

EPISODE RESOURCES:

The Praying Christian Women Podcast

Jaime’s Website, Instagram, Substack

Catherine’s Website & Resources

Letting Go Isn&rsquo;t Losing&mdash;It&rsquo;s Trusting God with Your Children&rsquo;s Future
How do you faithfully release your children into the world while still nurturing connection and influence? In this profoundly honest episode, host Catherine is joined by Jaime Hampton of the Praying Christian Women Podcast to tackle one of the most challenging&mdash;and transformative&mdash;realities of parenting: letting go.
For Christian parents, &ldquo;letting go&rdquo; isn&rsquo;t about giving up; it&rsquo;s about surrendering control, deepening trust, and transferring ownership of our children&rsquo;s faith from our hands into God&rsquo;s. Drawing from personal experience and biblical wisdom, Catherine and Jaime explore four distinct phases of parenting, revealing how to step back while keeping communication and relationship strong.
What You&rsquo;ll Discover in This Episode:
The Four Phases of Parenting
<ul>
<li>Caregiver: From diapers to first steps, parents meet every need.</li>
<li>Cop: Setting boundaries and keeping children safe before they fully understand.</li>
<li>Coach: Explaining the &ldquo;why&rdquo; behind rules as children mature.</li>
<li>Counselor: Giving advice only when asked, respecting your adult child&rsquo;s autonomy while remaining a trusted source of wisdom.</li>
</ul>
Jesus as the Model for Letting Go: In a powerful discussion on John 17, Jaime and Catherine reflect on how Jesus prepared His disciples, equipped them, and ultimately sent them out, because &ldquo;greater works than these you will do.&rdquo; Christ&rsquo;s example gives parents a biblical blueprint for releasing children in faith, not fear.
Prayer&mdash;The Invisible Influence: Letting go doesn&rsquo;t mean the end of parental influence. As Catherine says, &ldquo;Our greatest influence over the lives of our kids happens on our knees.&rdquo; Whether praying through a prodigal season or releasing a child to public school, parents have spiritual authority to intercede for their children, guided by God&rsquo;s wisdom and timing.
MEET THE GUEST: Jaime Hampton is a wife and mother of three who recently relocated from Alaska to Utah with her family, embracing the challenges of a new climate and culture. With her eldest in college and two younger kids in school, Jaime co-hosts the Praying Christian Women podcast with her longtime friend and prayer partner, Alana Terry. Their show began as an outgrowth of their honest coffee-time conversations about faith and prayer, offering encouragement for women to grow spiritually.
EPISODE RESOURCES:
The <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/praying-christian-women/">Praying Christian Women Podcast</a>
Jaime&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.prayingchristianwomen.com/">Website</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/prayingchristianwomen/?hl=en">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://prayingchristianwomen.substack.com/">Substack</a>
Catherine&rsquo;s <a href="https://catherinesegars.com/">Website</a> &amp; <a href="https://catherinesegars.com/resources">Resources</a>

Parenting from Infant to the Empty Nest: Letting Go with Faith (w/ Jaime Hampton) - Ep. 173

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Prayer can feel perplexing—especially for Believers who want their words to shape eternity for their children and families. But what if you learned that unanswered prayers aren’t a sign of God’s absence, but an invitation to “lay the tracks” for His will on earth? 

In this episode, Catherine joins forces with prayer advocate and author Jaime Hampton, co-host of the Praying Christian Women Podcast, to explore the deepest mysteries and highest privileges of prayer, guided by the wisdom of Watchman Nee’s landmark book Let Us Pray.

Together, they uncover why some prayers feel fruitless, how to discern God’s heart, and what it takes to persevere through spiritual bottlenecks. Drawing from personal stories—including Catherine’s journey to miraculous parenthood and Jaime’s awakening to the power of partnership in faith—they offer honest, hope-filled wisdom for anyone longing to pray with purpose.

 

🔑 Key Takeaways
Prayer is Partnership: Prayer isn't about persuading God to bless our plans—it's about joining in His will and agreeing with what He already wants to do.
Persistence Matters: God “waits until men and women agree with Him, and then He will work.” Perseverance and faith-filled persistence can be the difference between breakthrough and missed opportunity.
God’s Will—and Yours: There are prayers according to our will, and prayers according to God’s will. Discovering which is which comes through intimacy, listening, time in scripture, and honest reflection.
Authority Against the Enemy: As Christians, we’re given authority to stand in prayer against the one who steals, kills, and destroys—the enemy, not God. Outrage directed at spiritual opposition fuels powerful prayer.
Your Prayers Unlock Destiny: Anecdotes from Catherine’s own life show that prayer can literally change the trajectory of a family, bringing children and miracles that only God could author.
Prayerlessness Is a Bottleneck: Prayerlessness hinders the movement of God’s “train”—His plans require the tracks our prayers lay. Will you be the bottleneck or the channel of grace?
Real Spiritual Warfare: Effective prayer means entering the heavenly courtroom with God’s Word as our legal defense, standing firm for what He has promised.

 

"Prayer doesn’t alter God’s plans; it achieves what He’s already foreordained. Without persistent, faith-filled prayer, His resolutions may go suspended."
– Watchman Nee (Let Us Pray)

 

🎧 Tune In & Reflect

Are you willing to be God’s partner in prayer—laying the tracks for His will in your family’s life? Or will you let unanswered prayers and spiritual discouragement be the bottleneck to His miraculous work?

MEET THE GUEST: Jaime Hampton is a wife and mother of three who recently relocated from Alaska to Utah with her family, embracing the challenges of a new climate and culture. With her eldest in college and two younger kids in school, Jaime co-hosts the Praying Christian Women podcast with her longtime friend and prayer partner, Alana Terry. Their show began as an outgrowth of their honest coffee-time conversations about faith and prayer, offering encouragement for women to grow spiritually.

EPISODE RESOURCES:

 Let Us Prayby Watchman Nee

The Praying Christian Women Podcast

Jaime’s Website, Instagram, Substack

Catherine’s Website & Resources

Prayer can feel perplexing&mdash;especially for Believers who want their words to shape eternity for their children and families. But what if you learned that unanswered prayers aren&rsquo;t a sign of God&rsquo;s absence, but an invitation to &ldquo;lay the tracks&rdquo; for His will on earth? 
In this episode, Catherine joins forces with prayer advocate and author Jaime Hampton, co-host of the Praying Christian Women Podcast, to explore the deepest mysteries and highest privileges of prayer, guided by the wisdom of Watchman Nee&rsquo;s landmark book Let Us Pray.
Together, they uncover why some prayers feel fruitless, how to discern God&rsquo;s heart, and what it takes to persevere through spiritual bottlenecks. Drawing from personal stories&mdash;including Catherine&rsquo;s journey to miraculous parenthood and Jaime&rsquo;s awakening to the power of partnership in faith&mdash;they offer honest, hope-filled wisdom for anyone longing to pray with purpose.
&nbsp;
🔑 Key Takeaways
<ul>
<li>Prayer is Partnership: Prayer isn't about persuading God to bless our plans&mdash;it's about joining in His will and agreeing with what He already wants to do.</li>
<li>Persistence Matters: God &ldquo;waits until men and women agree with Him, and then He will work.&rdquo; Perseverance and faith-filled persistence can be the difference between breakthrough and missed opportunity.</li>
<li>God&rsquo;s Will&mdash;and Yours: There are prayers according to our will, and prayers according to God&rsquo;s will. Discovering which is which comes through intimacy, listening, time in scripture, and honest reflection.</li>
<li>Authority Against the Enemy: As Christians, we&rsquo;re given authority to stand in prayer against the one who steals, kills, and destroys&mdash;the enemy, not God. Outrage directed at spiritual opposition fuels powerful prayer.</li>
<li>Your Prayers Unlock Destiny: Anecdotes from Catherine&rsquo;s own life show that prayer can literally change the trajectory of a family, bringing children and miracles that only God could author.</li>
<li>Prayerlessness Is a Bottleneck: Prayerlessness hinders the movement of God&rsquo;s &ldquo;train&rdquo;&mdash;His plans require the tracks our prayers lay. Will you be the bottleneck or the channel of grace?</li>
<li>Real Spiritual Warfare: Effective prayer means entering the heavenly courtroom with God&rsquo;s Word as our legal defense, standing firm for what He has promised.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
"Prayer doesn&rsquo;t alter God&rsquo;s plans; it achieves what He&rsquo;s already foreordained. Without persistent, faith-filled prayer, His resolutions may go suspended." &ndash; Watchman Nee (Let Us Pray)
&nbsp;
🎧 Tune In &amp; Reflect
Are you willing to be God&rsquo;s partner in prayer&mdash;laying the tracks for His will in your family&rsquo;s life? Or will you let unanswered prayers and spiritual discouragement be the bottleneck to His miraculous work?
MEET THE GUEST: Jaime Hampton is a wife and mother of three who recently relocated from Alaska to Utah with her family, embracing the challenges of a new climate and culture. With her eldest in college and two younger kids in school, Jaime co-hosts the Praying Christian Women podcast with her longtime friend and prayer partner, Alana Terry. Their show began as an outgrowth of their honest coffee-time conversations about faith and prayer, offering encouragement for women to grow spiritually.
EPISODE RESOURCES:
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Let-Us-Pray-Watchman-Nee-audiobook/dp/B017TEDYK2/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2G8287DR5OSQV&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.b9R05Dk7zR4rEWQMHhqe6pAI0Sa_sy8DFTsdAc8kTueCbGZj3vWifq1PqGN5HB2ohgc2pNPyPuDyQyJDbDAp_Gw8w3cGM_Ms2qdju0LUGC1-L1CXzXwRppRQDo23j6DHGNaJgDEomIK5U8NqfwF629kKiO9N04oFm8UlSNdTJUE6OFUvo3-AW4T6AbEpDQ9dd_ec7362OIMp_Ahmm-eCGnxH4ZaoJhv4oRoenPJjOA8.RuOKsk2FhZOupXR0wxMDzd4OfG2gMLFMnJGfwMApswo&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Let+Us+Pray&amp;qid=1768698606&amp;sprefix=let+us+pra%2Caps%2C209&amp;sr=8-2">&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Let-Us-Pray-Watchman-Nee-audiobook/dp/B017TEDYK2/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2G8287DR5OSQV&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.b9R05Dk7zR4rEWQMHhqe6pAI0Sa_sy8DFTsdAc8kTueCbGZj3vWifq1PqGN5HB2ohgc2pNPyPuDyQyJDbDAp_Gw8w3cGM_Ms2qdju0LUGC1-L1CXzXwRppRQDo23j6DHGNaJgDEomIK5U8NqfwF629kKiO9N04oFm8UlSNdTJUE6OFUvo3-AW4T6AbEpDQ9dd_ec7362OIMp_Ahmm-eCGnxH4ZaoJhv4oRoenPJjOA8.RuOKsk2FhZOupXR0wxMDzd4OfG2gMLFMnJGfwMApswo&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=Let+Us+Pray&amp;qid=1768698606&amp;sprefix=let+us+pra%2Caps%2C209&amp;sr=8-2">Let Us Pray</a> by Watchman Nee
The <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/praying-christian-women/">Praying Christian Women Podcast</a>
Jaime&rsquo;s <a href="https://www.prayingchristianwomen.com/">Website</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/prayingchristianwomen/?hl=en">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://prayingchristianwomen.substack.com/">Substack</a>
Catherine&rsquo;s <a href="https://catherinesegars.com/">Website</a> &amp; <a href="https://catherinesegars.com/resources">Resources</a>

Why Some Prayers Change Outcomes—and Others Don’t (w/ Jaime Hampton) - Ep. 172

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Want to memorize more Scripture with your kids this year than ever before? You don’t need a seminary degree, a flawless routine, or a photographic memory—just a melody, a little intention, and a willingness to make God’s Word a part of your family’s everyday life.

In this inspiring “Best Of” New Year’s episode of Christian Parent/Crazy World, Catherine welcomes special guest Zac Fitzsimmons, a gifted singer-songwriter and worship leader whose heart for God’s Word and knack for turning Scripture into unforgettable songs have helped countless families hide God’s Word in their hearts.

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:
A Simple, Powerful Way to Memorize Scripture: Catherine reveals her family’s surprisingly simple—yet incredibly effective—method for learning Scripture together: setting Bible verses to music. No perfection or superhuman recall required; just sing along as you fold laundry, do dishes, or carpool.
Meet Zac Fitzsimmons: Psalm Songwriter, Worship Leader, Dad: Guest Zac Fitzsimmons, whose musical talents began at age 15 and blossomed into a life of leading worship and setting entire psalms to melody, shares his journey and explains why full, word-for-word renditions of Scripture make such a powerful educational tool.
Zac performs live acoustic versions of Psalm 1 and Psalm 8: This incredible artist offers a moving example of how entire chapters can be memorized, meditated upon, and made meaningful through melody.
The Science & Soul Behind Singing the Bible: Learn why music is a “supersonic power” for memory—moving truths from short-term to long-term storage in the brain. Whether you’re a parent who’s forgotten where you put your phone (again!) or a child learning a new psalm, a good melody makes all the difference.

Tips for Busy, Imperfect Parents
Take small “bites”—learn Scripture in short, daily repetitions.
Use sign language or hand motions alongside melody to anchor memorization.
Leverage idle moments—while driving, during chores, or winding down at bedtime.
Reframe your expectations: even one verse a month adds up!

Notable Moments & Quotes:
“If you can remember the theme song to The Beverly Hillbillies, you can remember God’s Word.”
“Scripture flows deeper through a melody—first into our heads, then into our hearts.”
The memorable “Jello” method: how repetition turns memory from liquid to solid.

Parents, what’s your first Scripture verse or passage you want to memorize together this year? Share your story and join the movement—because Christian parenting may be crazy, but you don’t have to do it alone.

EPISODE RESOURCES:

You can email Catherine to offer feedback and tell her about your Bible memory plan for the new year at catherine@catherinesegars.com.

Zac Fitzsimmons Bio: Zac is a Christian singer/songwriter from Minnesota, USA. He has led congregations in musical worship for over twenty years and is most known for his ongoing endeavor of writing music and melodies to the Psalms word for word from the English Standard Version of the Bible. These songs are being discovered by people worldwide as valuable tools for soaking in the scriptures in a new way and aiding in scripture memorization. You can find links to the audio, lyric videos and chord charts at www.psalmsongswordforword.com

You can also find Zac on YouTube and Instagram.

To receive downloads of Zac & Catherine’s live perform of Psalm 8, Zac’s performance of Psalm 1, and all of Catherine’s Scripture songs, and pro tips for memorizing the Bible, subscribe at Catherine’s website: https://catherinesegars.com/resources

See Catherine’s complimentary article on Crosswalk: “Learn More Scripture This Year with This #1 Proven Method”

SCRIPTURE SONG ARTISTS:

The Corner Room

Seeds Family Worship

King Things

Esther Mui

Benjamin NG

The Bigsby Show (for the books of the Bible and the 12 Disciples)

SIGN LANGUAGE RESOURCES:

Hands Speak,  Signs Savvy,ASL Dictionary

 

 

Want to memorize more Scripture with your kids this year than ever before? You don&rsquo;t need a seminary degree, a flawless routine, or a photographic memory&mdash;just a melody, a little intention, and a willingness to make God&rsquo;s Word a part of your family&rsquo;s everyday life.
In this inspiring &ldquo;Best Of&rdquo; New Year&rsquo;s episode of Christian Parent/Crazy World, Catherine welcomes special guest Zac Fitzsimmons, a gifted singer-songwriter and worship leader whose heart for God&rsquo;s Word and knack for turning Scripture into unforgettable songs have helped countless families hide God&rsquo;s Word in their hearts.
What You&rsquo;ll Discover in This Episode:
<ul>
<li>A Simple, Powerful Way to Memorize Scripture: Catherine reveals her family&rsquo;s surprisingly simple&mdash;yet incredibly effective&mdash;method for learning Scripture together: setting Bible verses to music. No perfection or superhuman recall required; just sing along as you fold laundry, do dishes, or carpool.</li>
<li>Meet Zac Fitzsimmons: Psalm Songwriter, Worship Leader, Dad: Guest Zac Fitzsimmons, whose musical talents began at age 15 and blossomed into a life of leading worship and setting entire psalms to melody, shares his journey and explains why full, word-for-word renditions of Scripture make such a powerful educational tool.</li>
<li>Zac performs live acoustic versions of Psalm 1 and Psalm 8: This incredible artist offers a moving example of how entire chapters can be memorized, meditated upon, and made meaningful through melody.</li>
<li>The Science &amp; Soul Behind Singing the Bible: Learn why music is a &ldquo;supersonic power&rdquo; for memory&mdash;moving truths from short-term to long-term storage in the brain. Whether you&rsquo;re a parent who&rsquo;s forgotten where you put your phone (again!) or a child learning a new psalm, a good melody makes all the difference.</li>
</ul>
Tips for Busy, Imperfect Parents
<ul>
<li>Take small &ldquo;bites&rdquo;&mdash;learn Scripture in short, daily repetitions.</li>
<li>Use sign language or hand motions alongside melody to anchor memorization.</li>
<li>Leverage idle moments&mdash;while driving, during chores, or winding down at bedtime.</li>
<li>Reframe your expectations: even one verse a month adds up!</li>
</ul>
Notable Moments &amp; Quotes:
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;If you can remember the theme song to The Beverly Hillbillies, you can remember God&rsquo;s Word.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Scripture flows deeper through a melody&mdash;first into our heads, then into our hearts.&rdquo;</li>
<li>The memorable &ldquo;Jello&rdquo; method: how repetition turns memory from liquid to solid.</li>
</ul>
Parents, what&rsquo;s your first Scripture verse or passage you want to memorize together this year? Share your story and join the movement&mdash;because Christian parenting may be crazy, but you don&rsquo;t have to do it alone.
EPISODE RESOURCES:
You can email Catherine to offer feedback and tell her about your Bible memory plan for the new year at catherine@catherinesegars.com.
Zac Fitzsimmons Bio: Zac is a Christian singer/songwriter from Minnesota, USA. He has led congregations in musical worship for over twenty years and is most known for his ongoing endeavor of writing music and melodies to the Psalms word for word from the English Standard Version of the Bible. These songs are being discovered by people worldwide as valuable tools for soaking in the scriptures in a new way and aiding in scripture memorization. You can find links to the audio, lyric videos and chord charts at <a href="http://www.psalmsongswordforword.com/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">www.psalmsongswordforword.com</a>
You can also find Zac on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ZacFitzsimmonsMusic">YouTube</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/psalm_songs/?hl=en">Instagram</a>.
To receive downloads of Zac &amp; Catherine&rsquo;s live perform of Psalm 8, Zac&rsquo;s performance of Psalm 1, and all of Catherine&rsquo;s Scripture songs, and pro tips for memorizing the Bible, subscribe at Catherine&rsquo;s website:&nbsp;<a href="https://catherinesegars.com/resources">https://catherinesegars.com/resources</a>
See Catherine&rsquo;s complimentary article on Crosswalk: &ldquo;<a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/faith/bible-study/learn-more-scripture-this-year-with-this-1-proven-method.html">Learn More Scripture This Year with This #1 Proven Method</a>&rdquo;
SCRIPTURE SONG ARTISTS:
<a href="https://www.cornerroommusic.com/">The Corner Room</a>
<a href="https://www.seedsfamilyworship.com/">Seeds Family Worship</a>
<a href="https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCBKDcQzwS9DkCsP6qfz_ihg">King Things</a>
<a href="http://www.scripturesongsforworship.com/">Esther Mui</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminNg">Benjamin NG</a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheBigsbyShow">The Bigsby Show</a> (for the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixMvFdeo-F0">books of the Bible</a> and the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tnAjDIW3If8&amp;t=5s">12 Disciples</a>)
SIGN LANGUAGE RESOURCES:
<a href="https://www.handspeak.com/">Hands Speak</a>,&nbsp; <a href="https://www.signingsavvy.com/sign/MOTION">Signs Savvy,</a> <a href="https://www.signasl.org/sign/motion">ASL Dictionary</a>
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Transform Your Year: Learn More Scripture with Your Family in 2026! (w/ Zac Fitzsimmons)

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