A spiritual journal is much the same as a regular journal. It is an amazing tool that is used to help keep your focus on God and the things that He has done for you. This powerful tool is a great way to help strengthen your faith and see the hand of God in your life. If you find writing in a journal is hard for you, here are some of the best spiritual journal prompts to help you get started and inspire spiritual growth.
What to record in a Spiritual Journal?
A spiritual journal is written by you for you and God. These is no need to be a good writer, have proper grammar or a good writing style. You write, what you want to write, your way. There is no such thing as ‘doing it wrong.’
A spiritual journal is used to help you in your own, personal spiritual journey. You can write down pretty much anything and everything you want to. Anything that can be used to strengthen and uplift you.
Keeping a Journal
Keeping a spiritual journal to record your experiences is a great way to help you grow in your faith. When struggling with an issue or difficult challenge, you are able to review past entries and find the strength you need.
If you so choose, this journal could also be passed onto your children and grandchildren who will then be able to learn from your experiences and your faith.
Spiritual Journal Prompts
Here are some spiritual journal prompts that may help you fell Go’d love and guide you in your journey. You can choose to answer any of these prompts that stand out to you in your journal.
- What made it a lot easier for me today?
- Who or what helped me today?
- Did I receive an answer to one of my prayers today? How?
- Who is God to me? Write down some of His characteristics that you know to be true.
- What does faith mean to me?
- What is something I am struggling to overcome?
- What is one weakness I have? How can God make that a strength?
- How did God show me love today?
- What is one Christ-like attribute I can work on?
- What did I learn about in church today?
- What is one thing that stood out to me today during my Scripture study?
- What is one quality I love about myself?
- How can I draw closer to Christ?
- What is everything I know about Christ’s atonement?
- What person from the Scriptures do I look up to the most? What qualities do they have that I want?
- What helps me feel God’s love in my life?
- What is something I am struggling with that I can give to the Lord?
- How can I serve someone today?
- Who in my family can I help draw closer to Christ?
- Who is my hero? How are they similar to Christ?
- If I were to die today, what is one regret I would have?
- Who do I talk with at church?
- What am I doing today that matters for eternity?
- What do my dreams reveal about my heart?
- Whom can I encourage today?
- What is the name of the church I go to? Why do I like this church?
- What do I know to be true?
- If I could do one thing, what would it be?
- What do I want to know about God?
- If I could ask any Bible hero a question, what would it be?
- If God granted me a blessing I want, what would it be and why?
- Who is Christ to me?
- What is one blessing I received from following God?
- When did I have to obey God even though it was hard?
- How has drawing closer to Christ changed me?
- Do I like my spirituality? Why?
- Do I feel like my faith is strong? Why or why not?
- How does God speak to me?
- What do I do that helps me feel peace and comfort?
- Who can I share my testimony with?
- How does going to church bless me?
- Who or what brought me to God?
- What is my favourite picture of Christ, and why?
- What is one song that makes me think of God?
- How does spiritual music make me feel?
- Imagine you were standing face to face with Christ. What would you do or say to Him?
- How can I trust God more?
- What is one thing I will work on that will strengthen my faith?
- How can I live in better alignment with my spiritual beliefs?
- How can strengthening my relationship with God improve my life?
- What problems do I have that I need to turn over to God?
- How can I trust God more fully?
- Am I holding onto any bitterness?
- What idols seek to steal my affections from God?
- How can by stress strengthen my ?
- Is there any sin that is impacting my life?
- What was my response the last time someone upset me?
- What is my next step in spiritual growth?
- How can I be a brighter light for Jesus today?
- Am I using social media to glorify God? How can I improve?
- What are some ways in which fellowship brings me joy?
- How do I imagine joy in Heaven will be like?
- What brings me joy?
- What is joy?
- What are some ways I can bring joy to someone?
- What do I need to let go of today?
- How do I define success? How does this relate to my spiritual life and beliefs?
- What is holding me back from being the best version of myself?
- What are my biggest fears, and how can I overcome them?
- How have I grown in the last year?
- What do I think about when I look at my reflection?
- What do I think about when I look at the stars?
- Why can it be so hard to do right?
- Do I compare myself to others? Is this healthy?
- What gets in the way of being a great friend?
- What does true peace look and feel like to me?
- What ten words best describe me?
- How can I help the world become a better place?
- What is my spirituality like now versus when I was younger?
- Describe how your spirituality enhances your life?
- How can I share the gifts God gave me with others?
- How do I know when I am drifting off course from God?
- What is my spirituality like now versus when I was younger?
- How can I share the gifts God gave me with others?
- How do I know when I am drifting off course from God?
- Describe a challenge you are currently facing.
- Record your testimony and the date. In one month, write your testimony again and see how much you have grown.
- Write down a Scripture story that gives you strength.
- Share your conversion story.
- Think of a time when you had to be patient about God’s timing. Write down that experience with as many details as possible.
- Write down a time when God told you ‘no’ to an answer you wanted to be ‘yes’.
- Write down 5 reasons why you had to go through your last trial.
- Record a time when you were blessed for serving someone.
- Write a list of your deepest prayers that are close to your heart.
- Describe a time you followed a prompting from God. What happened?
- Share a time you received grace from God. How did it make you feel?
- Write down a time you had to forgive someone, even though it was hard.
- Name ten ways God sees me.
- Write out the fruits of the Spirit and identify any areas that you need to improve on.
- This week I was most blessed by…
- My favourite / favorite passage of Scripture at the moment is…
- One lesson I have learned / learnt from Scripture this week is…
- God is leading me to make changes…
- My calling in life is…
- I find I feel God’s presence most when…
- Sometimes I get angry at God about…
- Journaling has helped me spiritually…
- My spiritual gifts include…
- An area in my life where I need to seek God’s guidance is…
- What brings me the most joy in life is…
- I’m eager for God…
- I know I’m good at…
- I want to improve…
- Three ways I can apply the Gospel to my life are…
- I feel most distant from God when…
- My enthusiasm for the Gospel increases when…
- Three ways I want God to transform me…
- List ten things that make you smile.
- List ten compliments that you could give to other people.
- Write a letter to your younger / former self.
- Write a letter to someone you care about who has passed away.
- Describe any moments that you felt a clear message from God.
- Describe how your spirituality enhances your life.
- List 10 things that you are grateful for.
- Tell God how much you love Him and praise Him for who He is.
- List five blessings that I am thankful for every single day.
These spiritual journal prompts are there to help you get started. Use any of these when you want to develop your faith and need some inspiration!
Remember to write as often as possible in your spiritual journal and reflect on it often!
More Resources
- Scripture Cards for Mothers
- Tips for Memorising Scripture
- How to Keep A Spiritual Journal
- Benefits of Encouraging Journalling for Kids
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