““For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways And My thoughts higher than your thoughts.”
Isaiah 55:9 AMP
His ways are higher.
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Category Archives: Illustrated Journaling Bible
No Fear
“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
Isaiah 41:10 NIV
The Bible Reading Journal Series: Color Coding System
Every time I read my Bible, I pray for the Holy Spirit to guide me thru the journaling experience including highlighting, meditating and journaling the selected Scriptures.
“Open my eyes, that I may behold wonderful things from Your law.” Psalm 119:18 NASB
I pray over the following Scriptures when journaling and highlighting:
But He said, ‘On the contrary, blessed are those who hear the Word of God and observe it.” Luke 11:28 NASB
“Lord, what are the practical ways I can step out in obedience?”
As I read His Word, I truly delight on all of His precepts and promises. When His Holy Spirit convicts me of His commands, then I highlight the verses in BLUE.
“But a man must examine himself, and in so doing he is to eat of the bread and drink of the cup.” 1 Corinthians 11:28 NASB
“Lord, show me any unconfessed sin(s) in my life.”
When the Holy Spirit convicts me of any sin(s), then I highlight the verse in BROWN.
I also acknowledge sinful nature in the Bible.
“For if you forgive others for their transgressions, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.” Matthew 6:14 NASB
“Lord, help me forgive myself and/or others today.”
When the Holy Spirit convicts me, then I highlight the verse in PURPLE.
“O Taste and see that the Lord is good; How blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him!” Psalm 34:8 NASB.
“Lord, show me your everyday miracles. Open my eyes, heart and help me count my blessings. I want to maintain a heart filled with gratitude and thanksgiving.”
When the Holy Spirit convicts me of His character, then I highlight the verse in RED for His never-ending compassion, unfailing love, and morning mercies.
“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.” Matthew 7:7 NASB.
“Lord, I am surrendering my life to You, and praying over selected Scriptures.”
When the Holy Spirit convicts me, I highlight the verse in GREEN.
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Crossing-Over
Crossing-Over: Journaling God’s Faithfulness.
“Then Joshua said to the people, “Consecrate yourselves, for tomorrow the LORD will do wonders among you.” Joshua 3:5 NASB
There are miracles taking place in our ordinary lives every day.
We just need to stop, breathe, reflect and journal. The Lord will do the rest!
He is Able.
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Benefits of Journaling
Did you know journaling has a lot of benefits?
Allow me to share with you some of the benefits today.
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- An opportunity to discover things about yourself,
- An opportunity to reflect on our lives in the midst of busyness,
- An opportunity to reflect on God’s Truth,
- An opportunity to align our lives to His precepts,
- An opportunity to discover unconfessed sin(s),
- An opportunity to discover negative emotion(s) including anger, bitterness, jealousy or envy, hurts, and disappointment,
- An opportunity to count today’s blessings,
- An opportunity to guard our hearts from negative emotion(s) including unforgiveness and hatred,
- An opportunity to submit our petitions to the Lord,
- An opportunity to pray for others,
- An opportunity to write down your key points from the Pastor’s sermon,
- An opportunity to reflect back and apply what was learned at a conference or bible study,
- An opportunity to write Scriptures and explore different Bible versions to grow deeper in our walk with the Lord,
- An opportunity to write God’s Word to memorize and hide His Truth in our hearts eternally,
- An opportunity to establish and maintain an on-going dialogue with our Creator,
- An opportunity to listen attentively when taking notes in the additional lined pages of the journal,
- An opportunity to appreciate how faithful God is in our everyday lives,
- An opportunity to gain insights and fresh perspective on a given challenge,
- An opportunity to reflect on learned lessons,
- An opportunity to seek for God’s wisdom and direction,
- An opportunity to witness God’s answers to prayers
- An opportunity to take notes from your favorite commentaries.
Note, there is no right or wrong way to journal, I would encourage for you to do it. You will grow closer to God and His Word will guard your heart. Everyday stressful or challenging circumstances can lead to worries, anxieties or distress. If we take the time to cast our cares onto the Lord, He will give us rest and peace as soon as we rely on Him for comfort.
Rise Up & Journal today!
Journaling a Bible verse or two! 