In this episode I chat with singer-songwriter Randall Goodgame to explore the powerful connection between music, Scripture memory, and family discipleship. Randall, the creator behind Slugs and Bugs and the Scripture Hymnal, shares how his journey into writing word-for-word Scripture songs began not in a studio, but in his own home. Faced with helping his young children memorize Bible verses, he discovered that setting Scripture to music made memorization not only easier, but joyful. From that simple beginning grew a body of work that has helped countless families hide God’s Word in their hearts. In this conversation, Randall discusses how music uniquely engages the brain and why songs become such a lasting part of our memory. He explains his songwriting process, including how he chooses Scripture passages and matches musical tone to the meaning of the text. He also shares behind-the-scenes insights into the challenges of turning certain passages into songs—and how those challenges often lead to deeper understanding. We also dive into the role of joy and humor in the Christian life. Rather than diminishing the seriousness of Scripture, Randall explains how laughter and childlike faith actually reflect a deeper trust in God. One of the most encouraging parts of this episode is Randall’s honesty about family devotions. Despite creating devotional resources used by families around the world, he openly shares his own struggles and reminds listeners that faithfulness matters more than perfection. Together, they discuss simple, practical ways to build meaningful family rhythms without unrealistic expectations. Whether you are a homeschooling parent, a ministry leader, or simply someone who loves Scripture and music, this conversation will encourage you to think differently about how truth takes root in our hearts. You’ll also hear practical advice for turning around difficult homeschool days, fostering gratitude in your family, and creating a home environment where God’s Word is both central and joyful. If you’ve ever wondered how to help your children remember Scripture, build lasting faith habits, or bring more joy into your family discipleship, this episode is for you. Be sure to like, subscribe, and share this episode with a friend who would be encouraged by this conversation. Send me a screenshot of your review and I’ll send you a $15 gift certificate to my shop! Just email me your review screenshot at Amy@HumilityandDoxology.com Join Made2Homeschool for exclusive content and community: HumilityandDoxology.com/M2H https://www.made2homeschool.com/a/2147529243/KNcPGL3t FREE Homeschool Planner Calendar: https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/free-homeschool-planner-calendar/ FREE Homeschool Planning Guide: https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/homeschool-planning-guide/ Year of Memory Work: https://humilityanddoxology.com/year-of-memory-work Follow Humility and Doxology Online: Blog https://www.humilityanddoxology.com/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HumilityAndDoxology Instagram http://instagram.com/humilityanddoxology YouTube: YouTube.com/humilityanddoxology Amy's Favorites: https://humilityanddoxology.com/favorites This podcast and description contains affiliate links.