November 24, 2024 • 17 mins
50 Biblical Journal Prompts
What if your daily journaling practice could unlock a deeper, more meaningful connection to your faith? Join us on this transformative journey as we explore 50 biblical journal prompts designed to enhance spiritual growth and bring biblical teachings to life. From reflecting on God's promises in scriptures like Hebrews 13:5 to finding courage in the story of Peter walking on water, each prompt invites you to turn abstract concepts into real experiences that strengthen your faith. We'll guide you in using these prompts as invaluable tools for comfort and encouragement, especially in times of uncertainty.
Throughout our discussion, we emphasize living an active and purposeful life of faith. Inspired by figures such as Mother Teresa, we highlight how acts of kindness and gratitude can shift perspectives, encouraging you to serve others and share God's love within your community. Journaling emerges as a powerful method for self-reflection, allowing you to engage deeply with your beliefs and transform them into tangible actions. Embrace the journey of faith as an ongoing process of growth and understanding, and discover how these prompts can influence your daily life and decision-making. Keep exploring, keep seeking, and remain open to new possibilities that your faith journey holds.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Welcome in everybody Ready for a fascinating deep
dive today.
Speaker 2 (00:03):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (00:03):
We've got something special lined up.
We're going to be exploring 50biblical journal prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:10):
Oh, fantastic.
Speaker 1 (00:11):
Yeah, and they're organized into five really
intriguing categories, alldesigned to, kind of like,
enhance your spiritual journey.
Speaker 2 (00:18):
Oh, that's awesome.
It's such a great way to, Ithink, dive deeper into your
faith.
Speaker 1 (00:23):
Yeah, and you know what I love about these prompts?
It's such a great way to, Ithink, dive deeper into your
faith.
Yeah, and you know what I loveabout these prompts it's like,
regardless of where you are inyour faith journey, exactly
these questions can reallyresonate with anyone.
Speaker 2 (00:31):
Yeah, they're really designed to kind of meet you
right where you're at, totallyyeah.
Speaker 1 (00:35):
So to give us a bit of a roadmap here, the
categories are God's promises,strengthening faith, prayerful
reflection, living a life ofpurpose and then finally,
embracing God's love.
Speaker 2 (00:48):
Oh, I like that.
So each one's like a differentlens, you know, for exploring
our relationship with.
God, it's like having thiswhole toolbox full of different
instruments to work on yourspiritual growth.
Speaker 1 (00:58):
Love it, and the best part is you get to choose like
which tools resonate with youthe most at any given time
Exactly.
Speaker 2 (01:05):
So let's start with God's promises.
Okay, these prompts are likethis incredible reminder of
God's unwavering commitment tous, right.
Speaker 1 (01:13):
Absolutely.
Speaker 2 (01:14):
They offer such a sense of comfort and security,
especially when, like, the worldfeels kind of crazy and
unpredictable.
Speaker 1 (01:20):
Yeah, I think of them as kind of like invitations to
ground yourself in the bedrockof faith.
Speaker 2 (01:24):
That's beautiful.
Speaker 1 (01:25):
Yeah, you know, like remember that even when things
are stormy, there's that anchorholding you steady.
Speaker 2 (01:31):
I love that analogy.
And speaking of anchors, thefirst prompt kind of dives right
in.
It asks what does it mean toyou that God promises to never
leave you or forsake you?
It's a good one, yeah, and itreferences Hebrews 13.5.
But it doesn't stop there.
It goes on to say reflect on atime when you felt God's
presence during a difficultseason.
Speaker 1 (01:53):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (01:53):
So it's not just about reading the promise, right
?
It's about connecting it toyour own experiences.
Speaker 1 (01:57):
Totally.
It's about taking these likebig, sweeping biblical promises
and making them personal.
Asking yourself like sweepingbiblical promises and making
them personal, asking yourselflike where have I seen this
promise come to life in my ownlife?
How has God shown up for meExactly?
It's like taking that conceptof God's faithfulness and giving
it a face, a story, a memory.
Speaker 2 (02:14):
Yes, and that can be so powerful.
Speaker 1 (02:17):
So powerful it's such a source of comfort and
strength.
Speaker 2 (02:20):
Especially when you're going through like new
challenges.
You know.
Speaker 1 (02:23):
Right.
Speaker 2 (02:23):
Knowing that God has been faithful in the past.
It gives you that confidencefor the future.
Speaker 1 (02:28):
Absolutely OK, so let's move on to our next
category.
Yeah, we're going to be talkingabout strengthening your faith.
Speaker 2 (02:34):
OK.
Speaker 1 (02:34):
I'm really excited about this section because these
prompts go beyond, you know,just accepting beliefs, right.
They really encourage us toactively engage with our faith,
to really wrestle with it.
Speaker 2 (02:49):
Yeah, like wrestle with those big questions,
explore those doubts, you know,and I think you end up coming
out the other side with like amuch deeper understanding of
what you believe.
Speaker 1 (02:53):
I love that, and one that really caught my eye is
this one.
It says reflect on the story ofAbraham's faith in Genesis 22.
How does his trust in God'sprovision inspire you to deepen
your own faith?
Speaker 2 (03:07):
Oh, wow, yeah, that's a tough one, it's a challenging
story.
Speaker 1 (03:10):
It really is To say the least, but it really gets
you thinking about.
You know the nature of faithand what it means to truly
surrender to God's plan.
Speaker 2 (03:19):
Yeah, it's not just a historical account.
Speaker 1 (03:22):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:22):
You know, it's like a mirror, reflecting our own
struggles with faith.
Speaker 1 (03:27):
Wow.
Speaker 2 (03:27):
It asks us like what does it mean to trust God, even
when his plan doesn't make senseto us?
Speaker 1 (03:33):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:33):
Are we willing to take that step of faith, even
when it's scary?
Speaker 1 (03:37):
That is such a powerful question and I think it
resonates with so many of us.
Yeah, yeah we all face thosemoments where we have to decide
like do I trust in God'sgoodness, even when I can't see
the whole picture?
Speaker 2 (03:50):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (03:51):
It's a tough one, and that's where I think these
prompts could be so valuable.
Speaker 2 (03:54):
I agree.
Speaker 1 (03:54):
They provide this framework for really grappling
with those questions.
Speaker 2 (03:57):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (03:58):
And deepening our understanding of faith.
Speaker 2 (04:00):
Like as a lived experience.
Yeah, not just a set of beliefs.
Speaker 1 (04:03):
Oh true, okay, so moving right along, we come to
prayerful reflection.
Okay, this category emphasizesprayer as this two-way
conversation with God.
Speaker 2 (04:12):
Yeah.
It's not just about talking atGod you know, it's about
developing this relationshipbuilt on listening, on trust, on
honest communication.
Speaker 1 (04:25):
I love when I think of prayer as like this sacred
dialogue, a place where you canlike pour out your heart to God,
yeah.
But also just be still andlisten for those whispers of
guidance.
Speaker 2 (04:32):
And one prompt that really grabbed my attention in
this section was how do youlisten for God's voice during
prayer?
Write about how you make spaceto hear his guidance and how it
influences your decisions.
Speaker 1 (04:44):
Oh, that's good.
Speaker 2 (04:45):
It's such a good reminder that prayer isn't just
about asking for things right.
Speaker 1 (04:49):
Right.
Speaker 2 (04:50):
It's about being open to receiving God's direction
for our lives.
Speaker 1 (04:53):
It's about recognizing that prayer is not
one-sided, you know.
Speaker 2 (04:56):
Right.
Speaker 1 (04:56):
It's a back and forth .
It's a relationship where wetalk but we also listen.
We share our needs, but we alsoseek God's wisdom.
Speaker 2 (05:03):
So true.
So it's not just about findingthe right words to say, you know
.
Speaker 1 (05:07):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (05:08):
It's also about cultivating that inner stillness
and that receptivity.
Speaker 1 (05:11):
Yeah, that willingness to listen, To hear.
Speaker 2 (05:13):
God's voice and the quiet of our hearts.
Speaker 1 (05:15):
Which can be so hard in this world.
It really can.
Speaker 2 (05:18):
Like everything is screaming for our attention.
Speaker 1 (05:21):
Exactly these prompts encourage us to create that
space.
Speaker 2 (05:25):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (05:25):
To quiet the noise and to listen for that still
small voice inside.
I love that.
And speaking of finding our way, that leads us perfectly into
the next category.
Speaker 2 (05:35):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (05:35):
Living a life of purpose.
Speaker 2 (05:38):
Ooh.
Speaker 1 (05:39):
I love these prompts.
Speaker 2 (05:40):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (05:40):
They're all about empowering you to discover and
live out your unique, god-givenpurpose.
Speaker 2 (05:46):
It's like a treasure hunt.
Speaker 1 (05:47):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (05:47):
Each prompt is a clue .
Speaker 1 (05:49):
Leading you closer to your calling.
Speaker 2 (05:50):
Yeah, I love that.
It's about recognizing thatyour talents and passions
they're not random, you know,they're part of a bigger design.
They're a gift God has equippedyou to make a difference.
Speaker 1 (06:03):
They're part of a bigger design.
They're a gift.
God has equipped you to make adifference, and one prompt that
really nails that idea isreflect on Ephesians 2.10 and
how you are God's handiwork.
What unique gifts and talentshas God given you to fulfill his
purpose?
Beautiful, beautiful reminderthat we're each a masterpiece.
Speaker 2 (06:18):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (06:18):
Created intentionally With purpose, with purpose and
Ephesians 2.1,.
Well, it's not just a nicesounding verse, right, it's a
statement about our inherentworth and dignity.
Speaker 2 (06:27):
We're made in the image of God.
Speaker 1 (06:29):
Right.
And that means we carry a sparkof the divine within us.
It's like saying, hey, you'renot just good at this by chance.
Speaker 2 (06:36):
There's a bigger picture here.
Speaker 1 (06:37):
A reason A reason and realizing that can be so
empowering.
Speaker 2 (06:42):
Totally.
It changes how we see ourtalents.
Instead of just personal things, you know, we see them as tools
for serving God for servingothers.
Speaker 1 (06:53):
It's about aligning our passions with our purpose.
Speaker 2 (06:55):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (06:56):
Finding that sweet spot where our gifts meet the
needs of the world.
Speaker 2 (06:59):
That's where the fulfillment is.
Speaker 1 (07:01):
Absolutely, when we live out our God-given purpose
it's like we tap into this wellof joy and satisfaction that you
can't find anywhere else.
Speaker 2 (07:08):
I agree.
Speaker 1 (07:09):
So true.
So we've explored God promises,we've talked about
strengthening our faith, we'vedelved into prayerful reflection
and we've discovered the powerof living a life of purpose.
Yeah, but there's one morecategory to uncover.
Speaker 2 (07:23):
Okay, I'm ready.
Speaker 1 (07:24):
It's all about embracing God's love.
These prompts are like thiswarm embrace.
Speaker 2 (07:29):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (07:29):
Reminding us of God's unconditional love and
acceptance.
Speaker 2 (07:37):
It's about letting go of that striving, you know,
like trying to earn God's love,and just resting in the truth
that we are already fully known.
Speaker 1 (07:41):
And fully loved, and one that really stood out to me
here asks how do you feelknowing that God's love for you
is unconditional?
And it references Romans 8.38,39.
But it goes on to say reflecton how this truth affects your
relationship with him.
Speaker 2 (07:56):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:57):
It's such a profound question because it challenges
us to really examine how thistruth impacts our relationship
with God.
Speaker 2 (08:05):
Absolutely.
It's about moving beyond thatfear of judgment you know and
really experiencing thetransformative power of God's
love.
Speaker 1 (08:13):
It changes everything .
Speaker 2 (08:14):
When we truly grasp how deeply God loves us.
Speaker 1 (08:17):
It does?
It frees us to be moreauthentic, you know.
Speaker 2 (08:19):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (08:20):
More vulnerable in our relationship with God.
Speaker 2 (08:22):
We can let go of those masks of pretending we
don't have to hide ourimperfections and that
vulnerability creates space forsuch a deeper connection a
deeper intimacy, you know sotrue, it allows us to experience
the fullness of god's grace andmercy absolutely so we've
mapped out this incrediblejourney through these five
categories.
Speaker 1 (08:42):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (08:43):
Each one offers a different perspective on
spiritual growth, inviting us toexplore our relationship with
God in a new light.
Speaker 1 (08:50):
And this is just the beginning.
Exactly these prompts are likedoorways.
Speaker 2 (08:54):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (08:54):
You know, to deeper discoveries.
Speaker 2 (08:56):
It sparks something.
Speaker 1 (08:57):
What matters is how you engage with them, how you
let them shape your journey.
Speaker 2 (09:01):
So true.
So I'm curious to hear moreabout how these prompts can
actually be used, you know like,in practical ways.
Can we dive into some specificexamples within each category?
Speaker 1 (09:12):
Sure, let's do it.
Speaker 2 (09:13):
To really illustrate their potential impact.
Speaker 1 (09:15):
Absolutely Okay.
So, within God's promises,there's this prompt that I
really love.
Speaker 2 (09:20):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (09:21):
It asks how do you find comfort in the promise that
God is your refuge and strength?
It even references Psalm 46.1.
Speaker 2 (09:30):
Oh, I love that verse , yeah, and it goes on to say
write about how this promisebrings you peace in times of
uncertainty.
Speaker 1 (09:37):
It's such a powerful image, you know, like God being
our safe haven, a strong tower,a rock that we can cling to when
everything else feels shaky.
Speaker 2 (09:48):
It's like having that secret fortress.
Speaker 1 (09:50):
Yes.
Speaker 2 (09:50):
To retreat to when the world gets too overwhelming.
Speaker 1 (09:53):
And it encourages us to think back, you know, to
those times when we've actuallyexperienced that.
When have we felt God'spresence as a source of strength
and peace?
Speaker 2 (10:03):
Right when you've gone through maybe a personal
crisis or a time of grief, evenjust a season of crazy stress,
think about those moments whenyou really felt God's protection
and his presence.
Speaker 1 (10:15):
It's about remembering those times and
drawing strength from them.
Speaker 2 (10:18):
Exactly, and you build that confidence in God's
support.
Speaker 1 (10:21):
So good, okay, so moving on to strengthening your
faith.
Speaker 2 (10:26):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (10:26):
One that really struck me was what does it mean
to you to walk by faith and notby sight?
Speaker 2 (10:31):
Oh yeah.
Speaker 1 (10:31):
And it references 2 Corinthians 5.7.
Speaker 2 (10:34):
I love that one.
Speaker 1 (10:34):
It's such a powerful reminder that faith isn't always
about having it all figured outor seeing the complete picture.
Speaker 2 (10:41):
It's about trusting in God even when we don't get it
.
Speaker 1 (10:45):
Yeah, and trusting his plan for our lives.
Speaker 2 (10:48):
Even when it doesn't make sense.
Speaker 1 (10:50):
And this prompt challenges us to think about how
we actually live that out.
Speaker 2 (10:54):
Yeah, you know in our daily lives?
Speaker 1 (10:57):
Like are we willing to step out in faith even when
we're scared?
Speaker 2 (11:01):
To embrace the unknown.
Speaker 1 (11:02):
Yeah, to go beyond just believing in god to
actually living out that beliefand every part of our lives I
think about the story of peterwalking on water oh yeah you
know, he was doing great as longas he kept his eyes on jesus
yeah but the moment he focusedon the waves and started
doubting, he began to sink sucha good visual it is, it's like
our focus can either strengthenor weaken our faith.
Speaker 2 (11:23):
Exactly, and I think that principle applies to so
many areas of life.
Speaker 1 (11:27):
It does Our relationships, our careers, our
dreams, even our struggles.
This prompt really encouragesus to look at where we might be
holding back.
Speaker 2 (11:36):
Yeah, where that fear and doubt is creeping in
instead of trusting God'sguidance.
So true.
Speaker 1 (11:41):
Okay, so let's dive into powerful reflection.
Speaker 2 (11:44):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (11:44):
There's a prompt here that asks what role does
gratitude play in your prayers?
Speaker 2 (11:48):
Oh, I like that one.
Speaker 1 (11:49):
Me too, and it goes on to say.
Reflect on how thanking Godregularly changes your heart and
perspective.
Speaker 2 (11:56):
It's about shifting our focus you know, from always
asking for things to taking timeto appreciate, to be thankful,
yeah, even when things are hard.
Speaker 1 (12:05):
And when we cultivate that gratitude, yeah, it really
does transform our wholeoutlook.
Speaker 2 (12:09):
It does.
It's like choosing to see thatglass half full.
Speaker 1 (12:12):
Even when we're going through tough times.
Speaker 2 (12:14):
And that can be so powerful so powerful.
Speaker 1 (12:17):
Ok, now let's move on to living a life of purpose.
Ok.
One prompt that stood out to mehere asks what is one way you
can live out your faith inservice to others?
I love that me too, and it goeson to say, reflect on how acts
of kindness and love reflectgod's character it's a call to
action, you know it is it'sabout remembering that faith
(12:38):
isn't just something we believein our heads, it's something we
live out in our actions.
Speaker 2 (12:43):
Right it's about putting god's love on display.
Speaker 1 (12:45):
Through how we treat others.
Speaker 2 (12:47):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (12:47):
And it doesn't have to be some grand gesture.
Speaker 2 (12:50):
No.
Speaker 1 (12:50):
Even the smallest acts of kindness done with a
loving heart can make adifference.
Speaker 2 (12:55):
Think about Mother Teresa.
Speaker 1 (12:57):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (12:57):
She spent her whole life serving the poorest of the
poor.
Speaker 1 (13:00):
Such an inspiration.
Speaker 2 (13:01):
And even though her actions seemed small on their
own, they created this rippleeffect of love and hope.
Speaker 1 (13:08):
It's a good reminder that we don't need a huge
platform to make an impact.
Speaker 2 (13:13):
No we don't.
Speaker 1 (13:14):
We can start right where we are.
Speaker 2 (13:16):
With the people around us.
Speaker 1 (13:17):
Exactly Okay.
And finally, let's exploreembracing God's love.
Speaker 2 (13:23):
Oh.
Speaker 1 (13:23):
There's a prompt here that asks how do you share
God's love with others?
Speaker 2 (13:28):
Oh, that's a good one .
Speaker 1 (13:29):
It is and it continues.
Yeah, write about how youdemonstrate Christ's love in
your relationships and community.
Speaker 2 (13:35):
It's a challenge, you know.
Speaker 1 (13:36):
It is.
It's about becoming channels ofGod's love.
Speaker 2 (13:39):
Letting it flow through us.
And touch the lives of thosearound us love, letting it flow
through us and touch the livesof those around us, because
God's love isn't meant to bekept to ourselves.
Speaker 1 (13:47):
It's meant to be shared Freely and generously.
Speaker 2 (13:49):
So it's about asking ourselves how are my words and
actions reflecting God's love?
Am I being patient?
Am I being kind?
Do I forgive easily?
Speaker 1 (14:01):
Those are the things that really show God's love.
Speaker 2 (14:03):
Yeah, it's about how we live our lives.
Speaker 1 (14:06):
I love how these prompts take these big, complex
ideas about faith.
Speaker 2 (14:10):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (14:10):
And bring them down to earth.
They make them personal andpractical.
Speaker 2 (14:14):
And that's the power of journaling.
Speaker 1 (14:15):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (14:16):
Gives you that safe space to really think things
through.
Speaker 1 (14:19):
To process your thoughts and feelings.
Speaker 2 (14:21):
Yeah, and to connect with God on a deeper level.
Speaker 1 (14:24):
It's like having this conversation with yourself,
guided by these thoughtprovoking questions.
Speaker 2 (14:29):
And those conversations can lead to some
amazing insights.
Speaker 1 (14:32):
And real transformation.
Speaker 2 (14:33):
Absolutely, because journaling is about more than
just writing things down.
Speaker 1 (14:37):
It is.
Speaker 2 (14:38):
It's about engaging with your thoughts and feelings,
exploring what they mean.
Speaker 1 (14:42):
And letting them shape your life for the better.
Speaker 2 (14:44):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (14:45):
It's like these prompts are more than just
writing exercises.
Speaker 2 (14:49):
They're like invitations.
Speaker 1 (14:50):
To go deeper.
Yeah to deeper self-reflectionspiritual growth and a more
fulfilling life.
Speaker 2 (14:56):
Absolutely, and what's so fascinating to me is
they really highlight how activefaith is.
Speaker 1 (15:03):
Yeah, it's not passive at all.
Speaker 2 (15:04):
It's not just about accepting things blindly.
Speaker 1 (15:07):
Right, it's about engaging with what you believe.
Speaker 2 (15:09):
Wrestling with it, exploring your doubts.
Speaker 1 (15:12):
And coming out stronger on the other side.
Speaker 2 (15:14):
Yeah, With a deeper understanding of God and
yourself.
Speaker 1 (15:17):
I love that.
It's about making faith a livedexperience.
Speaker 2 (15:20):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (15:21):
Not just a set of rules or rituals.
Speaker 2 (15:22):
Exactly it's about truly living it out.
Speaker 1 (15:25):
And journaling is so powerful for that it is.
It gives you that space toprocess everything.
Your thoughts, your emotionsall those questions and connect
with God in a deeper way.
Speaker 2 (15:34):
It's like taking those abstract ideas of faith
and making them real.
Speaker 1 (15:37):
Making them personal.
Speaker 2 (15:38):
Transformative.
Speaker 1 (15:39):
Exactly so powerful.
Speaker 2 (15:42):
Well, as we wrap up our deep dive into these 50
prompts, I want to leaveeveryone with this thought Okay,
it's not about getting it right.
Speaker 1 (15:50):
Or having all the answers.
Speaker 2 (15:51):
It's the journey.
Speaker 1 (15:52):
Yeah, the seeking and discovering.
Speaker 2 (15:54):
Being open to new possibilities.
Speaker 1 (15:57):
And deeper truths.
Speaker 2 (15:58):
Recognizing that faith is this lifelong journey.
Speaker 1 (16:01):
Of growth and transformation, and you never
know what you might find alongthe way.
That's the exciting part.
So, as you reflect, on all ofthis, I want to leave you with
one final question to ponder.
Okay, how might engaging withthese biblical journal prompts
influence your daily life andyour decisions?
Speaker 2 (16:18):
Yeah, maybe you'll become more aware of God's
presence in your everyday life,or maybe you'll discover a new
sense of clarity about yourpurpose.
Speaker 1 (16:26):
Yeah, how you can use your gifts to serve others.
Speaker 2 (16:29):
Because these prompts are more than just exercises.
They have the power to reallyshape our lives.
Speaker 1 (16:35):
So I encourage you to approach them with an open
heart and a curious mind.
Speaker 2 (16:39):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (16:40):
Let yourself be challenged, to be stretched, to
be transformed.
Speaker 2 (16:43):
Don't be afraid to dive deep.
Speaker 1 (16:45):
We've only scratched the surface today, but hopefully
this deep dive has inspired youto explore these prompts
further and discover the powerof journaling for yourself.
Speaker 2 (16:54):
Absolutely, keep seeking, keep exploring.
Speaker 1 (16:58):
Keep diving deep.
Speaker 2 (16:59):
Until next time.
Welcome in everybody Ready for a fascinating deep
dive today.
Speaker 2 (00:03):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (00:03):
We've got something special lined up.
We're going to be exploring 50biblical journal prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:10):
Oh, fantastic.
Speaker 1 (00:11):
Yeah, and they're organized into five really
intriguing categories, alldesigned to, kind of like,
enhance your spiritual journey.
Speaker 2 (00:18):
Oh, that's awesome.
It's such a great way to, Ithink, dive deeper into your
faith.
Speaker 1 (00:23):
Yeah, and you know what I love about these prompts?
It's such a great way to, Ithink, dive deeper into your
faith.
Yeah, and you know what I loveabout these prompts it's like,
regardless of where you are inyour faith journey, exactly
these questions can reallyresonate with anyone.
Speaker 2 (00:31):
Yeah, they're really designed to kind of meet you
right where you're at, totallyyeah.
Speaker 1 (00:35):
So to give us a bit of a roadmap here, the
categories are God's promises,strengthening faith, prayerful
reflection, living a life ofpurpose and then finally,
embracing God's love.
Speaker 2 (00:48):
Oh, I like that.
So each one's like a differentlens, you know, for exploring
our relationship with.
God, it's like having thiswhole toolbox full of different
instruments to work on yourspiritual growth.
Speaker 1 (00:58):
Love it, and the best part is you get to choose like
which tools resonate with youthe most at any given time
Exactly.
Speaker 2 (01:05):
So let's start with God's promises.
Okay, these prompts are likethis incredible reminder of
God's unwavering commitment tous, right.
Speaker 1 (01:13):
Absolutely.
Speaker 2 (01:14):
They offer such a sense of comfort and security,
especially when, like, the worldfeels kind of crazy and
unpredictable.
Speaker 1 (01:20):
Yeah, I think of them as kind of like invitations to
ground yourself in the bedrockof faith.
Speaker 2 (01:24):
That's beautiful.
Speaker 1 (01:25):
Yeah, you know, like remember that even when things
are stormy, there's that anchorholding you steady.
Speaker 2 (01:31):
I love that analogy.
And speaking of anchors, thefirst prompt kind of dives right
in.
It asks what does it mean toyou that God promises to never
leave you or forsake you?
It's a good one, yeah, and itreferences Hebrews 13.5.
But it doesn't stop there.
It goes on to say reflect on atime when you felt God's
presence during a difficultseason.
Speaker 1 (01:53):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (01:53):
So it's not just about reading the promise, right
?
It's about connecting it toyour own experiences.
Speaker 1 (01:57):
Totally.
It's about taking these likebig, sweeping biblical promises
and making them personal.
Asking yourself like sweepingbiblical promises and making
them personal, asking yourselflike where have I seen this
promise come to life in my ownlife?
How has God shown up for meExactly?
It's like taking that conceptof God's faithfulness and giving
it a face, a story, a memory.
Speaker 2 (02:14):
Yes, and that can be so powerful.
Speaker 1 (02:17):
So powerful it's such a source of comfort and
strength.
Speaker 2 (02:20):
Especially when you're going through like new
challenges.
You know.
Speaker 1 (02:23):
Right.
Speaker 2 (02:23):
Knowing that God has been faithful in the past.
It gives you that confidencefor the future.
Speaker 1 (02:28):
Absolutely OK, so let's move on to our next
category.
Yeah, we're going to be talkingabout strengthening your faith.
Speaker 2 (02:34):
OK.
Speaker 1 (02:34):
I'm really excited about this section because these
prompts go beyond, you know,just accepting beliefs, right.
They really encourage us toactively engage with our faith,
to really wrestle with it.
Speaker 2 (02:49):
Yeah, like wrestle with those big questions,
explore those doubts, you know,and I think you end up coming
out the other side with like amuch deeper understanding of
what you believe.
Speaker 1 (02:53):
I love that, and one that really caught my eye is
this one.
It says reflect on the story ofAbraham's faith in Genesis 22.
How does his trust in God'sprovision inspire you to deepen
your own faith?
Speaker 2 (03:07):
Oh, wow, yeah, that's a tough one, it's a challenging
story.
Speaker 1 (03:10):
It really is To say the least, but it really gets
you thinking about.
You know the nature of faithand what it means to truly
surrender to God's plan.
Speaker 2 (03:19):
Yeah, it's not just a historical account.
Speaker 1 (03:22):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:22):
You know, it's like a mirror, reflecting our own
struggles with faith.
Speaker 1 (03:27):
Wow.
Speaker 2 (03:27):
It asks us like what does it mean to trust God, even
when his plan doesn't make senseto us?
Speaker 1 (03:33):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:33):
Are we willing to take that step of faith, even
when it's scary?
Speaker 1 (03:37):
That is such a powerful question and I think it
resonates with so many of us.
Yeah, yeah we all face thosemoments where we have to decide
like do I trust in God'sgoodness, even when I can't see
the whole picture?
Speaker 2 (03:50):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (03:51):
It's a tough one, and that's where I think these
prompts could be so valuable.
Speaker 2 (03:54):
I agree.
Speaker 1 (03:54):
They provide this framework for really grappling
with those questions.
Speaker 2 (03:57):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (03:58):
And deepening our understanding of faith.
Speaker 2 (04:00):
Like as a lived experience.
Yeah, not just a set of beliefs.
Speaker 1 (04:03):
Oh true, okay, so moving right along, we come to
prayerful reflection.
Okay, this category emphasizesprayer as this two-way
conversation with God.
Speaker 2 (04:12):
Yeah.
It's not just about talking atGod you know, it's about
developing this relationshipbuilt on listening, on trust, on
honest communication.
Speaker 1 (04:25):
I love when I think of prayer as like this sacred
dialogue, a place where you canlike pour out your heart to God,
yeah.
But also just be still andlisten for those whispers of
guidance.
Speaker 2 (04:32):
And one prompt that really grabbed my attention in
this section was how do youlisten for God's voice during
prayer?
Write about how you make spaceto hear his guidance and how it
influences your decisions.
Speaker 1 (04:44):
Oh, that's good.
Speaker 2 (04:45):
It's such a good reminder that prayer isn't just
about asking for things right.
Speaker 1 (04:49):
Right.
Speaker 2 (04:50):
It's about being open to receiving God's direction
for our lives.
Speaker 1 (04:53):
It's about recognizing that prayer is not
one-sided, you know.
Speaker 2 (04:56):
Right.
Speaker 1 (04:56):
It's a back and forth .
It's a relationship where wetalk but we also listen.
We share our needs, but we alsoseek God's wisdom.
Speaker 2 (05:03):
So true.
So it's not just about findingthe right words to say, you know
.
Speaker 1 (05:07):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (05:08):
It's also about cultivating that inner stillness
and that receptivity.
Speaker 1 (05:11):
Yeah, that willingness to listen, To hear.
Speaker 2 (05:13):
God's voice and the quiet of our hearts.
Speaker 1 (05:15):
Which can be so hard in this world.
It really can.
Speaker 2 (05:18):
Like everything is screaming for our attention.
Speaker 1 (05:21):
Exactly these prompts encourage us to create that
space.
Speaker 2 (05:25):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (05:25):
To quiet the noise and to listen for that still
small voice inside.
I love that.
And speaking of finding our way, that leads us perfectly into
the next category.
Speaker 2 (05:35):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (05:35):
Living a life of purpose.
Speaker 2 (05:38):
Ooh.
Speaker 1 (05:39):
I love these prompts.
Speaker 2 (05:40):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (05:40):
They're all about empowering you to discover and
live out your unique, god-givenpurpose.
Speaker 2 (05:46):
It's like a treasure hunt.
Speaker 1 (05:47):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (05:47):
Each prompt is a clue .
Speaker 1 (05:49):
Leading you closer to your calling.
Speaker 2 (05:50):
Yeah, I love that.
It's about recognizing thatyour talents and passions
they're not random, you know,they're part of a bigger design.
They're a gift God has equippedyou to make a difference.
Speaker 1 (06:03):
They're part of a bigger design.
They're a gift.
God has equipped you to make adifference, and one prompt that
really nails that idea isreflect on Ephesians 2.10 and
how you are God's handiwork.
What unique gifts and talentshas God given you to fulfill his
purpose?
Beautiful, beautiful reminderthat we're each a masterpiece.
Speaker 2 (06:18):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (06:18):
Created intentionally With purpose, with purpose and
Ephesians 2.1,.
Well, it's not just a nicesounding verse, right, it's a
statement about our inherentworth and dignity.
Speaker 2 (06:27):
We're made in the image of God.
Speaker 1 (06:29):
Right.
And that means we carry a sparkof the divine within us.
It's like saying, hey, you'renot just good at this by chance.
Speaker 2 (06:36):
There's a bigger picture here.
Speaker 1 (06:37):
A reason A reason and realizing that can be so
empowering.
Speaker 2 (06:42):
Totally.
It changes how we see ourtalents.
Instead of just personal things, you know, we see them as tools
for serving God for servingothers.
Speaker 1 (06:53):
It's about aligning our passions with our purpose.
Speaker 2 (06:55):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (06:56):
Finding that sweet spot where our gifts meet the
needs of the world.
Speaker 2 (06:59):
That's where the fulfillment is.
Speaker 1 (07:01):
Absolutely, when we live out our God-given purpose
it's like we tap into this wellof joy and satisfaction that you
can't find anywhere else.
Speaker 2 (07:08):
I agree.
Speaker 1 (07:09):
So true.
So we've explored God promises,we've talked about
strengthening our faith, we'vedelved into prayerful reflection
and we've discovered the powerof living a life of purpose.
Yeah, but there's one morecategory to uncover.
Speaker 2 (07:23):
Okay, I'm ready.
Speaker 1 (07:24):
It's all about embracing God's love.
These prompts are like thiswarm embrace.
Speaker 2 (07:29):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (07:29):
Reminding us of God's unconditional love and
acceptance.
Speaker 2 (07:37):
It's about letting go of that striving, you know,
like trying to earn God's love,and just resting in the truth
that we are already fully known.
Speaker 1 (07:41):
And fully loved, and one that really stood out to me
here asks how do you feelknowing that God's love for you
is unconditional?
And it references Romans 8.38,39.
But it goes on to say reflecton how this truth affects your
relationship with him.
Speaker 2 (07:56):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:57):
It's such a profound question because it challenges
us to really examine how thistruth impacts our relationship
with God.
Speaker 2 (08:05):
Absolutely.
It's about moving beyond thatfear of judgment you know and
really experiencing thetransformative power of God's
love.
Speaker 1 (08:13):
It changes everything .
Speaker 2 (08:14):
When we truly grasp how deeply God loves us.
Speaker 1 (08:17):
It does?
It frees us to be moreauthentic, you know.
Speaker 2 (08:19):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (08:20):
More vulnerable in our relationship with God.
Speaker 2 (08:22):
We can let go of those masks of pretending we
don't have to hide ourimperfections and that
vulnerability creates space forsuch a deeper connection a
deeper intimacy, you know sotrue, it allows us to experience
the fullness of god's grace andmercy absolutely so we've
mapped out this incrediblejourney through these five
categories.
Speaker 1 (08:42):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (08:43):
Each one offers a different perspective on
spiritual growth, inviting us toexplore our relationship with
God in a new light.
Speaker 1 (08:50):
And this is just the beginning.
Exactly these prompts are likedoorways.
Speaker 2 (08:54):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (08:54):
You know, to deeper discoveries.
Speaker 2 (08:56):
It sparks something.
Speaker 1 (08:57):
What matters is how you engage with them, how you
let them shape your journey.
Speaker 2 (09:01):
So true.
So I'm curious to hear moreabout how these prompts can
actually be used, you know like,in practical ways.
Can we dive into some specificexamples within each category?
Speaker 1 (09:12):
Sure, let's do it.
Speaker 2 (09:13):
To really illustrate their potential impact.
Speaker 1 (09:15):
Absolutely Okay.
So, within God's promises,there's this prompt that I
really love.
Speaker 2 (09:20):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (09:21):
It asks how do you find comfort in the promise that
God is your refuge and strength?
It even references Psalm 46.1.
Speaker 2 (09:30):
Oh, I love that verse , yeah, and it goes on to say
write about how this promisebrings you peace in times of
uncertainty.
Speaker 1 (09:37):
It's such a powerful image, you know, like God being
our safe haven, a strong tower,a rock that we can cling to when
everything else feels shaky.
Speaker 2 (09:48):
It's like having that secret fortress.
Speaker 1 (09:50):
Yes.
Speaker 2 (09:50):
To retreat to when the world gets too overwhelming.
Speaker 1 (09:53):
And it encourages us to think back, you know, to
those times when we've actuallyexperienced that.
When have we felt God'spresence as a source of strength
and peace?
Speaker 2 (10:03):
Right when you've gone through maybe a personal
crisis or a time of grief, evenjust a season of crazy stress,
think about those moments whenyou really felt God's protection
and his presence.
Speaker 1 (10:15):
It's about remembering those times and
drawing strength from them.
Speaker 2 (10:18):
Exactly, and you build that confidence in God's
support.
Speaker 1 (10:21):
So good, okay, so moving on to strengthening your
faith.
Speaker 2 (10:26):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (10:26):
One that really struck me was what does it mean
to you to walk by faith and notby sight?
Speaker 2 (10:31):
Oh yeah.
Speaker 1 (10:31):
And it references 2 Corinthians 5.7.
Speaker 2 (10:34):
I love that one.
Speaker 1 (10:34):
It's such a powerful reminder that faith isn't always
about having it all figured outor seeing the complete picture.
Speaker 2 (10:41):
It's about trusting in God even when we don't get it
.
Speaker 1 (10:45):
Yeah, and trusting his plan for our lives.
Speaker 2 (10:48):
Even when it doesn't make sense.
Speaker 1 (10:50):
And this prompt challenges us to think about how
we actually live that out.
Speaker 2 (10:54):
Yeah, you know in our daily lives?
Speaker 1 (10:57):
Like are we willing to step out in faith even when
we're scared?
Speaker 2 (11:01):
To embrace the unknown.
Speaker 1 (11:02):
Yeah, to go beyond just believing in god to
actually living out that beliefand every part of our lives I
think about the story of peterwalking on water oh yeah you
know, he was doing great as longas he kept his eyes on jesus
yeah but the moment he focusedon the waves and started
doubting, he began to sink sucha good visual it is, it's like
our focus can either strengthenor weaken our faith.
Speaker 2 (11:23):
Exactly, and I think that principle applies to so
many areas of life.
Speaker 1 (11:27):
It does Our relationships, our careers, our
dreams, even our struggles.
This prompt really encouragesus to look at where we might be
holding back.
Speaker 2 (11:36):
Yeah, where that fear and doubt is creeping in
instead of trusting God'sguidance.
So true.
Speaker 1 (11:41):
Okay, so let's dive into powerful reflection.
Speaker 2 (11:44):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (11:44):
There's a prompt here that asks what role does
gratitude play in your prayers?
Speaker 2 (11:48):
Oh, I like that one.
Speaker 1 (11:49):
Me too, and it goes on to say.
Reflect on how thanking Godregularly changes your heart and
perspective.
Speaker 2 (11:56):
It's about shifting our focus you know, from always
asking for things to taking timeto appreciate, to be thankful,
yeah, even when things are hard.
Speaker 1 (12:05):
And when we cultivate that gratitude, yeah, it really
does transform our wholeoutlook.
Speaker 2 (12:09):
It does.
It's like choosing to see thatglass half full.
Speaker 1 (12:12):
Even when we're going through tough times.
Speaker 2 (12:14):
And that can be so powerful so powerful.
Speaker 1 (12:17):
Ok, now let's move on to living a life of purpose.
Ok.
One prompt that stood out to mehere asks what is one way you
can live out your faith inservice to others?
I love that me too, and it goeson to say, reflect on how acts
of kindness and love reflectgod's character it's a call to
action, you know it is it'sabout remembering that faith
(12:38):
isn't just something we believein our heads, it's something we
live out in our actions.
Speaker 2 (12:43):
Right it's about putting god's love on display.
Speaker 1 (12:45):
Through how we treat others.
Speaker 2 (12:47):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (12:47):
And it doesn't have to be some grand gesture.
Speaker 2 (12:50):
No.
Speaker 1 (12:50):
Even the smallest acts of kindness done with a
loving heart can make adifference.
Speaker 2 (12:55):
Think about Mother Teresa.
Speaker 1 (12:57):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (12:57):
She spent her whole life serving the poorest of the
poor.
Speaker 1 (13:00):
Such an inspiration.
Speaker 2 (13:01):
And even though her actions seemed small on their
own, they created this rippleeffect of love and hope.
Speaker 1 (13:08):
It's a good reminder that we don't need a huge
platform to make an impact.
Speaker 2 (13:13):
No we don't.
Speaker 1 (13:14):
We can start right where we are.
Speaker 2 (13:16):
With the people around us.
Speaker 1 (13:17):
Exactly Okay.
And finally, let's exploreembracing God's love.
Speaker 2 (13:23):
Oh.
Speaker 1 (13:23):
There's a prompt here that asks how do you share
God's love with others?
Speaker 2 (13:28):
Oh, that's a good one .
Speaker 1 (13:29):
It is and it continues.
Yeah, write about how youdemonstrate Christ's love in
your relationships and community.
Speaker 2 (13:35):
It's a challenge, you know.
Speaker 1 (13:36):
It is.
It's about becoming channels ofGod's love.
Speaker 2 (13:39):
Letting it flow through us.
And touch the lives of thosearound us love, letting it flow
through us and touch the livesof those around us, because
God's love isn't meant to bekept to ourselves.
Speaker 1 (13:47):
It's meant to be shared Freely and generously.
Speaker 2 (13:49):
So it's about asking ourselves how are my words and
actions reflecting God's love?
Am I being patient?
Am I being kind?
Do I forgive easily?
Speaker 1 (14:01):
Those are the things that really show God's love.
Speaker 2 (14:03):
Yeah, it's about how we live our lives.
Speaker 1 (14:06):
I love how these prompts take these big, complex
ideas about faith.
Speaker 2 (14:10):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (14:10):
And bring them down to earth.
They make them personal andpractical.
Speaker 2 (14:14):
And that's the power of journaling.
Speaker 1 (14:15):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (14:16):
Gives you that safe space to really think things
through.
Speaker 1 (14:19):
To process your thoughts and feelings.
Speaker 2 (14:21):
Yeah, and to connect with God on a deeper level.
Speaker 1 (14:24):
It's like having this conversation with yourself,
guided by these thoughtprovoking questions.
Speaker 2 (14:29):
And those conversations can lead to some
amazing insights.
Speaker 1 (14:32):
And real transformation.
Speaker 2 (14:33):
Absolutely, because journaling is about more than
just writing things down.
Speaker 1 (14:37):
It is.
Speaker 2 (14:38):
It's about engaging with your thoughts and feelings,
exploring what they mean.
Speaker 1 (14:42):
And letting them shape your life for the better.
Speaker 2 (14:44):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (14:45):
It's like these prompts are more than just
writing exercises.
Speaker 2 (14:49):
They're like invitations.
Speaker 1 (14:50):
To go deeper.
Yeah to deeper self-reflectionspiritual growth and a more
fulfilling life.
Speaker 2 (14:56):
Absolutely, and what's so fascinating to me is
they really highlight how activefaith is.
Speaker 1 (15:03):
Yeah, it's not passive at all.
Speaker 2 (15:04):
It's not just about accepting things blindly.
Speaker 1 (15:07):
Right, it's about engaging with what you believe.
Speaker 2 (15:09):
Wrestling with it, exploring your doubts.
Speaker 1 (15:12):
And coming out stronger on the other side.
Speaker 2 (15:14):
Yeah, With a deeper understanding of God and
yourself.
Speaker 1 (15:17):
I love that.
It's about making faith a livedexperience.
Speaker 2 (15:20):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (15:21):
Not just a set of rules or rituals.
Speaker 2 (15:22):
Exactly it's about truly living it out.
Speaker 1 (15:25):
And journaling is so powerful for that it is.
It gives you that space toprocess everything.
Your thoughts, your emotionsall those questions and connect
with God in a deeper way.
Speaker 2 (15:34):
It's like taking those abstract ideas of faith
and making them real.
Speaker 1 (15:37):
Making them personal.
Speaker 2 (15:38):
Transformative.
Speaker 1 (15:39):
Exactly so powerful.
Speaker 2 (15:42):
Well, as we wrap up our deep dive into these 50
prompts, I want to leaveeveryone with this thought Okay,
it's not about getting it right.
Speaker 1 (15:50):
Or having all the answers.
Speaker 2 (15:51):
It's the journey.
Speaker 1 (15:52):
Yeah, the seeking and discovering.
Speaker 2 (15:54):
Being open to new possibilities.
Speaker 1 (15:57):
And deeper truths.
Speaker 2 (15:58):
Recognizing that faith is this lifelong journey.
Speaker 1 (16:01):
Of growth and transformation, and you never
know what you might find alongthe way.
That's the exciting part.
So, as you reflect, on all ofthis, I want to leave you with
one final question to ponder.
Okay, how might engaging withthese biblical journal prompts
influence your daily life andyour decisions?
Speaker 2 (16:18):
Yeah, maybe you'll become more aware of God's
presence in your everyday life,or maybe you'll discover a new
sense of clarity about yourpurpose.
Speaker 1 (16:26):
Yeah, how you can use your gifts to serve others.
Speaker 2 (16:29):
Because these prompts are more than just exercises.
They have the power to reallyshape our lives.
Speaker 1 (16:35):
So I encourage you to approach them with an open
heart and a curious mind.
Speaker 2 (16:39):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (16:40):
Let yourself be challenged, to be stretched, to
be transformed.
Speaker 2 (16:43):
Don't be afraid to dive deep.
Speaker 1 (16:45):
We've only scratched the surface today, but hopefully
this deep dive has inspired youto explore these prompts
further and discover the powerof journaling for yourself.
Speaker 2 (16:54):
Absolutely, keep seeking, keep exploring.
Speaker 1 (16:58):
Keep diving deep.
Speaker 2 (16:59):
Until next time.
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