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If meeting with God feels like a struggle, here's a simple guide to get you started.
Aw, prayer journaling. The most relaxed, intimate way to meet with God.
Or is it? I mean, it should be, right? Yet, at some point, we all have seasons of wondering what we’re doing wrong.
Maybe the time of day is to blame:
It’s early morning, the house is quiet, the sun is barely up, you sit down with your Bible and your journal, ready to pour your heart out to God...and the words won’t come.
Or maybe it’s evening and the house is once again quiet, but all you want to do is watch a show or endlessly scroll on your phone, desperately trying to switch off your brain. You pick up your beloved Bible, trying to engage with the Word, but your eyelids are suddenly weighted with lead. Finally, you give up and go to bed, but now you feel guilty for not meeting with God for another day.
I totally get it. Sometimes, in the middle of life’s craziness, exhaustion gets in the way of the most important relationship in our lives. It’s hard to know how to begin fixing it, especially when day after day gets away from us.
This is where you can use God’s Word to guide your prayers—not to make your prayers sound perfect—but to anchor your heart to His truth.
Scripture journaling is about letting His promises shape your conversations with Him. When you invite Scripture onto the pages of your journal, you create a space for God to speak directly into your circumstances, offering peace and clarity when you need it most.
If you are ready to deepen your connection with God, here is a simple guide to get you started.
1. Choose a Verse or Passage
Begin by selecting a piece of Scripture. This doesn’t have to be a long or complicated process. Perhaps a verse stood out to you during a church service or your daily reading. You may feel drawn to a specific theme, like hope, strength, or peace.
You can search for verses related to what’s on your heart. If you feel anxious, you might turn to Philippians 4:6-7. If you are wrestling with feelings of weakness, you could meditate on 2 Corinthians 12:9. Let the Holy Spirit guide you to the words you need to hear.
2. Write It Down
Once you have your verse, open your journal and write it out. The simple act of writing Scripture helps you slow down and absorb its meaning. As the words flow from your pen, you are not just copying them. You are hiding them in your heart.
Let the verse sit on the page. Read it over a few times. Notice which words or phrases stand out to you. This is God gently drawing your attention to a truth He wants you to hold onto.
3. Reflect on What It Means
Now, begin to write what the verse means to you in this moment. You can ask yourself some simple questions to guide your thoughts:
- What does this verse teach me about who God is?
- What does it reveal about my identity in Him?
- Is there a promise here for me to claim?
- Is there a command I should follow?
Don’t worry about having profound theological insights. This is about your personal conversation with God. Write down your honest thoughts and feelings as you reflect on His Word. For example, if you are reading Psalm 23:1, “The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want,” you might write about how you need His guidance in a specific area of your life.
4. Turn It into a Prayer
The final step is to use the Scripture to shape your prayer. You can rewrite the verse as a personal prayer, speaking it back to God from your heart. This is a powerful way to pray with confidence, knowing you are praying in line with His will.
Using our example from Psalm 23, your prayer might look something like this:
“Father, your Word says you are my shepherd and I have everything I need in you. Thank you for watching over me. Please guide my steps today, especially with the decision I need to make at work. Help me to trust that you will provide for me and lead me beside quiet waters when my soul feels restless. I trust you, Lord.”
This practice transforms your journaling from a simple record of your thoughts into a dynamic dialogue with the living God.
Friend, your prayer journal is a sacred space between you and your Father. It’s a place where you can be honest, vulnerable, and real. Inviting Scripture into that space does not add pressure. It brings His presence, His promises, and His peace.
Let His Word be the anchor for your soul and the language of your heart. You might be surprised at how He meets you there, turning your tangled thoughts into beautiful conversations of faith.
Cross posted on my free Substack newsletter, Rewritten by Grace.
Hey there,
It's totally understandable that in busy or difficult seasons, finding the words to pray can be a challenge, and what you truly need is a simple, gentle guide to lead you back to His presence.
If your heart is searching for a quiet space to connect with God, I invite you to explore the Whispers of Faith: Prayer & Reflection Journal.
This journal was created for moments just like these. It offers a soft place to land, with themes of peace, trust, and gratitude woven into every page. Instead of facing an empty notebook, you will find thoughtful prompts and guiding Scriptures to help you pause, reflect, and pour out your heart. It’s a simple way to make your time with God feel less like a task and more like a grace-filled conversation.
Let Whispers of Faith help you find stillness and hear His voice, even when life feels loud.
It's available in both digital and print versions.
