How Bible Quizzing Has Strengthened My Faith and Mind
I am Mulukoh Ruth, a member of Faith Bamenda, representing Faith Baptist Church Bamenda under the Cameroon Quizzing Association (CQA). Alongside my teammates, I've had the privilege of studying The Passion of Matthew and Hebrews through this quiz program. This experience has been nothing short of transforming me spiritually, morally, and academically.
Spiritual Awakening
Studying Matthew's account of Jesus' final days brought me face to face with His suffering and love. When I read "Then saith he unto them, My soul is exceeding sorrowful, even unto death: tarry ye here, and watch with me" (Matthew 26:38), I realized just how deeply Christ felt the weight of humanity's sin.
When Jesus stood silent before His accusers (Matthew 27:14), bore mockery (Matthew 27:29), and endured the cross, it taught me the depth of His love. "He saved others; himself he cannot save" (Matthew 27:42) isn't just a taunt recorded in Scripture; it's a paradox revealing that His refusal to save Himself was the very act that saved us.
From Hebrews, my spiritual foundation has grown even stronger. "But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death... that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man" (Hebrews 2:9). That verse has become an anchor in my understanding of Christ's atonement and the hope it brings.
Moral Impact
Jesus' attitude during His trial and crucifixion in Matthew taught me humility and meekness. When He said, "Put up again thy sword into his place: for all they that take the sword shall perish with the sword" (Matthew 26:52), He modeled restraint. When He was falsely accused yet spoke no word in His defense (Matthew 27:12–14), He displayed a strength that challenged me to trust God in every situation.
Hebrews gave me moral courage through the lives of the faithful. "Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season" (Hebrews 11:25) helped me make tough decisions to stand for what is right, even when it costs something.
Academic Growth Through Scripture Memorization
At first, I thought spending time memorizing Scripture would weaken a person's academic focus. My experience has proven the opposite. Engaging with Scripture regularly has actually enhanced my ability to concentrate, improved my memory retention, and increased my confidence in recalling both Biblical and academic information.
It's no coincidence that many top quizzers also excel in school. The discipline required for quizzing — focus, repetition, and analysis — mirrors the skills needed in academic studies. Scripture memorization trains the brain to think sharply, recall swiftly, and reason clearly. It's like giving your mind a spiritual and intellectual workout every day.
A Community Built on the Word
Bible quizzing has given me a spiritual family across the nation. Studying and preparing with my teammates, sharing memory strategies, and encouraging one another mirrors the command in Hebrews 10:24–25.
Through quizzing, I've learned that the body of Christ grows stronger not just in worship services, but in active learning, shared purpose, and Christ-centered community.
Final Thoughts
Bible quizzing is more than sports. It is a spiritual discipline that molds lives, builds leaders, and draws hearts closer to God. To any young person wondering whether Scripture memorization is worth it, I say emphatically: yes, it is! Not only will it enrich your walk with God, but it will sharpen your mind and prepare you to stand out in all spheres of life.
— Mulukoh Ruth, Faith Bamenda (Faith Baptist Church Bamenda)