165 Thoughtful Christian Journal Prompts To Help You Grow Spiritually

The spirit is often a part of ourselves that gets overlooked when we talk about well-being.

Instead we focus on mental health and physical health. These things usually incorporate making time for pastimes we enjoy, meditation, proper diet and exercise.

Yet, the spiritual self is incredibly important.

As our world becomes increasingly materialistic, chaotic, and frenetic, we need more than ever to have a spiritual influence that grounds and guides us.

Spirituality does not necessarily mean organized religion, but the focus in this article is on Christianity.

Christianity has at its center the belief in Jesus as the Son of God. The Bible plays an important role as it reveals to us how we are to live and treat one another.

Christianity has always been an important part of my life. As a child, I attended church with the rest of my family - Mom, Dad, my grandparents, and my brothers and sisters.

Saturday night was always bath night so we would be clean for church the next day. Shoes were polished, and good clothes laid out for the service.

During my teenage years, I continued to attend church and played the organ each Sunday.

I have always found comfort in the words of the Bible, and enjoy the readings, and the minister’s sermons.

Another wonderful part of church is the family I have there. The members of the congregation are supportive and encouraging to each other.

They truly try to live according to God’s teachings, and it is always uplifting to have fellowship with one another after the Sunday service.

My experience may be different from yours, but I am glad to share with all who are reading this article, Christian journal prompts.

1. Christian Journal Prompts From The Bible

I can’t think of a better place to start looking for journal prompts than the Bible.

The Bible is rich in lessons and teachings that can enrich our lives. It tells us how we should live and how Jesus can help us to live that way.

The New Testament tells about the life of Jesus. Through His parables we can learn how we ought to act as Christians.

For example, Jesus teaches us to treat others the way we would like to be treated ourselves. This can be found in the book of Luke 6:31 as well as Matthew 7:12.

This is referred to as the golden rule.

Another key part of Christianity is knowing that God will forgive our sins if we are truly sorry for what we have done and ask His forgiveness.

We look to the example of Jesus to show us how to live, but we also know that only Jesus, as God’s Son, is without sin.

It is essential in Christianity that Jesus is recognized as our Savior. It is through Him that we can achieve everlasting life.

With these understandings and the many teachings of the Bible, this category of prompts encourages you to think about Christianity in your life.

For example, one prompt asks you to consider which character from the Bible inspires you the most.

Another prompt asks you to identify the areas in your life that you need God to work in.

As you read through the prompts, select one or two that speak to you, and reflect on them.

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Christian Journaling Prompts From Bible

1. "What battles are you still struggling with?"

2. "What is your best advice you can give to a new Christian?"

3. "What battles has God helped you face and overcome?"

4. "Which Bible character inspires you the most?"

5. "Describe God’s love for you in one word."

6. "List 10 things that God has done in your life that you’re grateful for."

7. "Reflect back to the day you came to Jesus."

8. "List all the ways you like to spend time with God."

9. "What is the biggest miracle you have experienced/witnessed?"

10. "Reflect back to all the prayers God has answered. Which answer surprised you the most?"

11. "What is your favorite way to connect with God?"

12. "What is your favorite story in the Bible?"

13. "Who do you still need to forgive?"

14. "What does being a Christian mean to you?"

15. "If you could live during biblical time periods, which period would that be?"

16. "What Christian song expresses your love for God?"

17. "What areas in your life do you need God to work in?"

18. "Who is Jesus in your life? What does he mean to you?"

19. "What is the hardest lesson you have learned in God?"

20. "What are some of the gifts God has blessed you with?"

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21. "What are some sins, bad habits, or burdens you need to turn over to God?"

22. "What do you enjoy most about praying?"

23. "How is God present in your daily life?"

24. "Write down the most rewarding thing about following Christ."

25. "What is your favorite book in the Bible?"

26. "Who is your favorite male bible character? And why?"

27. "What has God been teaching you lately?"

28. "What is your favorite thing about being in God’s presence?"

29. "Which biblical story has impacted you the most?"

30. "Write down the hardest thing about following Christ."

31. "Where do you see yourself in 5 years with God?"

32. "What Christian song do you enjoy listening to the most?"

33. "Which bible character can you relate to the most?"

34. "What does God’s forgiveness mean to you?"

35. "List your top 10 favorite bible characters."

36. "What is the best thing God has given you?"

37. "Who is your female bible character? And why?"

38. "What is your favorite Psalm?"

39. "Who do you want to pray for? Write down prayer requests."

40. "Describe Jesus in 3 words."

41. "What is your all-time favorite Bible verse?"

42. "Write down three things you want God to do in your life."

43. "What is your favorite biblical name?"

44. "Why do you follow Jesus?"

45. "What is your favorite miracle in the Bible?"

46. "What do you enjoy most about reading the Bible?"

47. "List 10 blessings in your life."

48. "How is your relationship with God at the moment?"

2. Spiritual Christian Journal Prompts

Christianity has an abundance of lessons and considerations for us as we strive to live our lives in a Christian manner.

We seek to develop our Christian spirit through reading scripture and through prayer.

Journal prompts may act as doorways to prayer as you reflect on the needs in your life and how you want to grow spiritually.

These prompts can help you to see how you can be a better Christian in all aspects of your life.

Your relationship with others, how you relate to the natural world God has given us, how you raise your children, your attitude toward your career, all of these are important.

These prompts can help you to reflect on all aspects of your life and grow spiritually in all walks of life.

Some of the journal prompts have us thinking about how we responded to a particular situation. In this way we can examine our reaction:

When you get offended by something how does your pride react?

In others we look at ourselves frankly and honestly to determine if there is a part of ourselves that does not exemplify Christianity:

Are you self-righteous about something? What can you do about it?

As with all journaling, our spiritual growth as a Christian depends on complete honesty. If we lie to ourselves we are fooling no one, especially God.

As you read through the following list of prompts, open your spirit to God and ask Him to guide you as you strive to be a better witness to His love.

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Spiritual Christian Journal Prompts

49. "List all the needs God is currently meeting."

50. "Be still. What is God telling you now?"

51. "How can you be bold and courageous for the Lord."

52. "Write a scripture that brings you peace. What is God saying to you?"

53. "How can you serve God better?"

54. "What do you feel God is asking you to change?"

55. "Describe a time where you believed God spoke to you."

56. "How are you hurting others with your pride?"

57. "Write 5 scripture verses that make you feel strong and courageous."

58. "The bible specifically speaks of joy, not happiness. In what way are they different?"

59. "Write a letter of forgiveness to an enemy."

60. "What are the character attributes you think a Christian should have?"

61. "What are your God-given gifts and talents? How can you use them to advance the Kingdom?"

62. "Describe a time in your life where God has rescued you. Do you believe He’ll do it again?"

63. "How can you be a light to others in a dark world?"

64. "What does forgiveness look like?"

65. "When do you feel most distant from God?"

66. "Describe someone in your life who exemplifies humility."

67. "If you are struggling though something, what do you think God wants to you to learn?"

68. "Is there something that you haven’t forgiven yourself for? How can you receive the healing of the Lord?"

69. "Are you self-righteous about something? What can you do about it?"

70. "What do you love most about your church family?"

71. "Write a prayer of surrender to God."

72. "Pick a bible character. What can we learn from his/her life?"

73. "Ecclesiastes tells us there is a season for everything. What season are you in right now?"

74. "What do you need to confess to God?"

75. "Do you find it hard to apologize? If so, why?"

76. "Write out the lyrics of a Christian song or hymn that brings you joy."

77. "What does God say about pride (see the scriptures)?"

78. "Who or what do you need to forgive?"

79. "What do you imagine heaven will be like?"

80. "Describe a blessing that happened this week."

81. "Write a scripture that brings you joy. How can you apply it to your life?"

82. "Write a Psalm of worship to God."

83. "When you get offended by something how does your pride react?"

84. "Describe a time when God used a bad situation for your good."

85. "What should be our priorities in life?"

86. "What do you need to do to become a more faithful Christian?"

87. "What are your biggest fears, and how can God help you with them?"

88. "How can you show more love to your family and friends?"

89. "What does your ideal life look like?"

90. "When do you feel closest to God?"

91. "What is your relationship with the Holy Spirit like?"

92. "Write about a character from the Bible that you’ve been studying lately."

93. "What is one thing you can do today to help someone else?"

94. "How has your relationship with Christ improved since you started journaling?"

95. "What is your favorite thing about Jesus?"

96. "What are some things you’ve been learning about God lately?"

97. "What are some things you’re grateful for?"

98. "What are some scriptures that have been particularly meaningful to you lately?"

99. "What are some things you want to change about yourself?"

100. "What is your favorite verse of the Bible and why?"

101. "What is one way to show your love for God today?"

102. "What are some things that inspire you to follow Jesus Christ?"

103. "Who has been most instrumental in your spiritual growth? Why?"

104. "What do you think God’s plan for your life is?"

105. "Why do you believe that Jesus is the Son of God?"

106. "If you could ask God one question, what would it be?"

107. "Are there any areas of your life that you need to surrender to God?"

108. "What are some ways that you’ve seen God working in your life lately?"

109. "What is one change you need to make in your life this year?"

110. "What are some things you need to work on to become more like Jesus?"

111. "What do you know about God’s love? Is it conditional or exhaustive?"

112. "What are some things that are standing in the way of your relationship with Christ?"

113. "What are some things you’re grateful for in your life right now?"

114. "Why do you think it’s important to read the Bible?"

3. Journal Prompts For Abundance And Gratitude From The Bible

One of the best places to start from as a Christian is from gratitude. We have so much to be grateful for in this world that God has given us.

One such prompt is, Look around the room and list out everything you have, all big and small things.

Some of the journal prompts in the following list encourage us to be grateful to God for all He gives us in our lives. These prompts prepare our spirits to grow more deeply.

We can thank God for the special blessings and talents He has given us and ask that He guide us in their use.

This attitude of gratitude is something that is beneficial to all people and many individuals practice gratitude regularly.

As Christians it is certainly important to come to God with a thankful, appreciative spirit.

God has given you life, and each day you can give your thanks for this.

In addition to gratitude, God promises that He will grant our requests when they are what is best for us.

Consider prompts that ask you to identify what you feel you need in your life. Where do you struggle? Is there something that is keeping you from flourishing?

Regard these prompts with sincerity, and reflect and write with honesty.

In this way your spirit will grow.

Journal Prompts For Abundance & Gratitude From Bible

115. "How can you show yourself more love?"

116. "How does God see and love you?"

117. "What are your favorite ways to perform acts of kindness?"

118. "Read Romans 15:13 and write about how you can trust God more."

119. "Look around the room and list out everything you have, all big and small things."

120. "What worries and anxious thoughts can you let go of right now to feel joy in your life?"

121. "Read James 1:5. In what things do you need to ask God for wisdom?"

122. "What is your current self-care routine and is it everything you need to renew your mind and body? If not, what could you do to improve it?"

123. "Read John 15:1-17. Write what it says about God’s blessings for you."

124. "Love is about forgiving mistakes and wrongdoings. What have you done in the past that you need to forgive yourself for doing?"

125. "Make a list of things you can control and a list of what you cannot control. How can you let go of the things you cannot control?"

126. "Pick a Bible verse from my Biblical Minimalism post to write out and journal about how to be content."

127. "List 5 things you’re grateful for today."

128. "In what ways do you wish you were more disciplined?"

129. "Where do you feel you need to grow in your wisdom?"

130. "Write 5 verses about God’s abundance for His people and how they are true in your life."

131. "Write out everything on your mind, whether it is something you need to do or a thought. Once complete, determine if something needs to be done, delegated, deleted, or simply a thought you needed to write out on paper. For everything that needs to be done, put each item on the calendar to complete, and delegate what needs to be delegated."

132. "If failure wasn’t an option, what would you achieve?"

133. "Read Philippians 4:13, then write about how God can strengthen your discipline."

134. "How are you worthy of God’s blessing? "

135. "Who are the people in your life that you’re most grateful for and why?"

136. "Read Hebrews 12:11, then write about how you work through the pain."

137. "Who do you love and why do you love them?"

138. "In what areas do you feel wise enough to provide advice if requested?"

139. "What makes you a great homemaker?"

140. "Read 1 Thessalonians 5:18. What is something God has done for you that you’ve yet to thank Him for doing?"

141. "Describe a perfect, joy-filled day."

142. "What are my God-given strengths?"

143. "Read Isaiah 32:17. Write about how peace can provide confidence for you today."

144. "In what ways are you content today?"

145. "What self-care activities do you enjoy most?"

146. "Read Proverbs 12: 15 and Proverbs 13:10. Are you open to receiving advice? If so, how, and if not, why not?"

147. "Read Romans 12:2 and write about different ways you can renew your mind."

148. "Create ‘I am’ statements based on what God says about you in these verses: Psalm 34:5, Psalm 139:13-14, Ephesians 2:10, Romans 8:37"

149. "If you had an entire day to focus on self-care without any distractions, what would you do?"

150. "Make a list of everything you own and thank God for each item."

151. "How could you grow in your spiritual discipline?"

152. "List 20 things you can celebrate in your life today."

153. "In what ways are you discontent and how can God help you find contentment in them?"

154. "Read 1 Corinthians 13:13 and write about love in your life."

155. "What does it mean to be joyful?"

156. "Make a list of all the reasons you love yourself."

157. "What does God’s abundance in your life allow you to do?"

158. "In Hebrews 13:5, God says to be free from the love of money and be content with what you have. How can you live that out in your life daily?"

159. "Read Proverbs 10:19. How could you be more careful and considerate with your words?"

160. "How did Jesus teach his disciples to be content with what they had and how can you implement those teachings into your life?"

161. "How does having more than enough make you feel?"

162. "What is distracting me from feeling joy in my life and how can I change that?"

163. "How is God providing more than enough for me right now?"

164. "Read Psalm 118:24 and list out all the ways you can rejoice today."

165. "Where do you need a breakthrough? Describe that place and ask God to bring about a breakthrough."

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Use Christian Journal Prompts?

Using Christian journal prompts involves selecting a prompt that resonates with your spiritual journey. Spend time meditating on the prompt, reading relevant Bible verses, and writing down your thoughts, prayers, and insights in your journal. These prompts can help you engage with Scripture and deepen your relationship with God.

Can I Adapt These Prompts For Different Denominations Within Christianity?

Absolutely. Christian journal prompts can be adapted to suit various denominational beliefs and practices within Christianity. You can modify the prompts or add specific references that align with your denomination's teachings while still benefiting from the reflective and spiritual aspects of the prompts.

How Often Should I Use These Prompts For Journaling?

The frequency of using Christian journal prompts depends on your personal preference and schedule. Some individuals find daily journaling to be a meaningful practice, while others prefer weekly or occasional sessions. Consistency is key, so choose a rhythm that aligns with your spiritual goals.

Can I Use These Prompts Digitally Or Should I Stick To Paper Journals?

You can use Christian journal prompts with both traditional paper journals and digital platforms. The essence of the practice lies in your connection with God and your reflections, not the medium. Choose the format that suits your lifestyle and encourages your spiritual growth.

Do I Need To Be An Experienced Writer Or Theologian To Use These Prompts?

No expertise is required to use Christian journal prompts. These prompts are meant for personal spiritual reflection and growth. Focus on expressing your thoughts, prayers, and feelings honestly. It's about your personal journey of faith, not the quality of writing.

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