Journaling Time with Jesus: A Guide to Drawing Closer to God

By: Paula Short

"So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most." Hebrews 4:16— NLT

Journaling is a great way to reflect on your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It can also be a powerful tool for spiritual growth. When you journal with Jesus, you are inviting Him into your thoughts and feelings, and you are opening yourself up to His guidance and wisdom.

Here are some tips for journaling time with Jesus

• Find a quiet place where you won't be disturbed.

• Take some time to relax and focus on your breath.

• Ask Jesus to be with you and to guide your journaling.

• Write about whatever is on your mind, including your hopes, dreams, fears, and doubts.

• Share your thoughts and feelings with Jesus.

• Ask Him for His help and guidance.

• Listen for His voice in your heart.

• End your journaling time by thanking Jesus for His presence and for His love.

• Read a passage of scripture itwill help you focus your mind on God and His Word.

Here are some prompts that you can use to get you started with journaling time with Jesus

• What are you grateful for today?

• What are you struggling with right now?

• What do you need help with?

• What is your biggest hope for the future?

• What is your biggest fear?

• What is a Bible verse that has been speaking to you lately?

• What is something that you learned from Jesus today?

• What is one thing you want to do for God this week? This could be something small, like praying for a friend or volunteering at a local shelter. Or it could be something bigger, like starting a Bible study or mentoring a young person.

• What does it mean to follow Jesus?

• What is one thing I need to let go of?

• What is one thing I need to hold on to?

Journaling time with Jesus is a great way to grow closer to Him and to learn more about His will for your life. It is a personal and intimate way to connect with God, and it can be a powerful tool for spiritual growth.

If you are new to journaling time with Jesus, don't be afraid to experiment and find what works best for you. There is no right or wrong way to do it. The most important thing is to be open to God's presence and to be willing to listen to His voice.

Let's Reflect

When you journal with Jesus, you are inviting Him into your thoughts and feelings, and you are opening yourself up to His guidance and wisdom. Journaling time with Jesus allows you to slow down and take a moment to process everything that is going on in your life. Jesus can help you to see your life from His perspective, and to understand His plans for