200 Journaling Prompts For Spiritual Guidance 

You have everything you need to create the life you want. Explore your inner path and gain deeper insights with journaling prompts for spiritual guidance.

Finding moments of peace and connection with our inner selves and God can be challenging

in the hustle and bustle of our daily lives.

Yet, in these quiet moments, we often discover profound insights, spiritual growth, and a deeper understanding of our purpose in life.

You have more than you think; you just have to start listening to your inner guidance voice, which will take you to whatever you envision for yourself.

You are not expected to know how it will happen; you just prepare to receive and work yourself to build the life of your dreams guided by the divine.

As human beings, we tend to control every situation that is in our hands; many of us pursue these answers in material things or in things that are not going to fulfill us, forgetting that our creator has already written our destiny.

Spiritual journaling, a practice dating back centuries, offers a sanctuary for introspection, contemplation, and self-discovery.

Spirituality is the journey to wholeness through the pressure of meaning. I believe that meaning can be achieved when we are present.

In other words, it is not about the things surrounding us but how we show up in anything and everything, guided by the divine power.

In this article, we will talk about the journal prompts that will lead you to explore a path full of inner connection, awareness of your thoughts and emotions, be present and at peace, and help you resonate with your soul.

I aim for you to cultivate a deeper connection with God.

Take a look at the journaling prompts I've created for you:

75 Spiritual Journal Prompts To Boost Spiritual Journey

Keeping a journal to record your thoughts, insights, and experiences can help boost your spiritual journey.

Writing about everything you've been through and all the lessons learned cultivates a positive mindset and a spiritual awakening.

Spiritual awakening is the process of seeing things with a meaning based on blessings. This reflection provides a sense of motivation and inspiration to grow in your spiritual path.

Since I started to look at the "negative" things that happened to me with a: what will this teach me, instead of: why me? I started to realize that no matter how bad the situation was, it would always teach me something positive.

Our spiritual guide is always there watching over us to bless and take care of us when we need it the most.

We are never alone.

Keeping a spiritual journal allows expressing your prayers, gratitude, hopes, and desires.

Writing in your journal can create a sacred space for communication, seeking guidance, and developing a deeper connection with the spiritual realm.

If you don't know how to begin your spiritual journey, use this list of journaling prompts:

1. "Do I have a difficult time relinquishing control? If so, why?"

2. "Do you think life is fair? What realities challenge that notion? Which supports it?"

3. "I know I’m good at…"

4. "Explain to yourself why you and everyone are always worthy of love."

5. "What makes you feel like you’re connected to something more powerful than yourself?"

6. "What life lesson was the hardest for you to learn so far?"

7. "Who has had the most prominent spiritual impact on your life?"

8. "Write a letter to your former self."

9. "If there is a god, what do you think are the first words they’ll say to you?"

10. "List 28 compliments you could give yourself."

11. "What can you do today that you couldn’t a year ago?"

12. "What ten words best describe you?"

13. "Is apologizing difficult for you? Why do you think that is, and what can you do to overcome the fear of admitting you’re wrong?"

14. "Why do you compare yourself to others? Is it healthy? What would happen if you stopped?"

15. "Explain the connection between your soul and your body."

16. "Why and when do people gossip?"

17. "How did your parents handle failure? Do you think their approach was right?"

18. "In your opinion, what is humankind’s most remarkable quality?"

19. "List 28 compliments you could give to other people."

20. "Of what are you most afraid? Why? What would it mean if your fear materialized?"

21. "Do you like to spend time alone? Why or why not? Could you benefit from spending more time alone?"

22. "Write a letter to someone you care about who has passed away. Don’t forget to ask questions."

23. "Do you think people should be humble, confident, or a combination of both?"

24. "What makes you feel loved, appreciated, and worthy?"

25. "What is your relationship with purpose? Do you have one, or are you flailing on that front?"

26. "What remains your biggest unanswered question about life?"

27. "Do you have a support system? How does that make you feel?"

28. "How often do you worry, and why? What is the root of your worry?"

29. "What has most surprised you about life thus far?"

30. "When was the last time you admitted a fault? How did it feel before? After?"

31. "How did your childhood affect who you became as an adult?"

32. "What does wisdom mean to you?"

33. "What do you wish other people knew or understood about you?"

34. "Do you have a mantra? What is it? If not, brainstorm one."

35. "What do you believe happens to humans when we die? What about pets?"

36. "What brings you down? What turns your mood around?"

37. "Do you address things head-on or avoid conflict like the plague? Does your approach serve you?"

38. "Do you have any limiting beliefs about faith and spirituality? What are they?"

39. "What does true peace look and feel like to you?"

40. "By whom do I feel the most judged? Do they matter in the long run?"

41. "For what are you the most grateful?"

42. "Why is there suffering and poverty in the world?"

43. "What is the worst thing that’s ever been done to you? Have you dealt with it?"

44. "Write about your first love. Can you remember what they smelled like? Felt like?"

45. "What gets in the way of being a great friend?"

46. "When you’re in emotional pain, what’s the kindest thing you can do for yourself?"

47. "Recall a time when you supported a friend fully."

48. "What fills you with hope?"

49. "Are you aware that your memory isn’t as good as you think? Does that bother you?"

50. "What is your definition of a “higher power”?"

51. "Have you ever experienced a life-changing event? Elaborate."

52. "Are your actions and values aligned? What does that mean for your soul?"

53. "What uncomfortable truths do you ignore? Do you think it may catch up with you?"

54. "Do you believe you’ve ever connected with your higher self?"

55. "When was the last time you felt spiritual?"

56. "Does the Universe speak to you? In what ways?"

57. "What prevents you and other people from thriving instead of just surviving?"

58. "From where does your self-worth emanate?"

59. "How can you help the world become a better place?"

60. "Do you believe in the power of energy? Why or why not?"

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61. "Are you kinder than you think or vice versa?"

62. "Do you see a connection between science and spirituality? If so, how would you describe it?"

63. "Are your spiritual beliefs yours, or were they instilled in you at a young age? Do you genuinely agree with them? Have you ever given them much thought?"

64. "When have I hurt another person emotionally?"

65. "I want to improve at…"

66. "Where do you stand on forgiveness? Are you more forgiving of yourself or others?"

67. "Have you recently had a memorable dream? What stands out about it?"

68. "List 28 things that make you smile."

69. "Why can it be so hard to do right?"

70. "If it’s true that everything is connected, what does that mean to you?"

71. "What is the one thing you’d change about the world?"

72. "Has spirituality ever helped you navigate a difficult period in your life? Elaborate."

73. "What is lying? Is it ever justified? Do you lie to yourself? How? "

74. "What gives your life meaning today?"

75. "How do you feel about today so far?"

45 Spiritual Journaling Prompts For Healing

Use journaling as a healing therapy.

This practice will help you navigate and process your emotions; it is a safe place to write your concerns, frustrations, everyday challenges, and basically everything that you need to get out of your mind.

Writing can help you process emotions and gain clarity on your healing journey. It can also help you shift your focus to the positive aspects of your life, creating a sense of gratitude and deepening your connections to the divine.

Practice journaling as a therapy session to let go of the pain. Free yourself of negative energy and allow blessings to come.

The following journaling prompts will give you a sense of emotional release, reduce stress, give you a clearer perspective of your emotions, and start healing your soul.

Free pain and start healing with these journaling prompts:

76. "Use five positive words to describe yourself."

77. "Today I am working towards…"

78. "Describe an experience that ultimately made you stronger. "

79. "What do you wish you would go back and tell yourself to prepare you for what you’ve been through?"

80. "Are there any feelings you’re holding back from experiencing because you’re afraid they’re too raw, hard, or difficult? "

81. "What are some new things you’ve learned about yourself from your healing so far? "

82. "What do you wish you would remember on your bad days? "

83. "What feelings and emotions do you experience most often?"

84. "What excites you most about the future? "

85. "What are the most important lessons you’ve learned from your healing so far?"

86. "If I added (fill in the blank) to my life, I would be further down the road to healing. "

87. "What has your pain taught you?"

88. "What could you do to make a positive difference in your own life?"

89. "Who are some people that taught you about unconditional love when you were at your lowest point? "

90. "What would you tell your best friend if they were going through the same challenges you are right now?"

91. "If I eliminated (fill in the blank) from my life, I would be further down the road to healing."

92. "What are some anger and frustrations you're holding onto?"

93. "Write a letter of encouragement to your body. "

94. "Today I am hoping for…"

95. "What are some of the most important milestones on your healing journey so far? "

96. "If you could go back and relive any moment in your life, what would it be?"

97. "How can you make progress towards healing and self-discovery this week? "

98. "Where do you want to be on your healing journey in 1 month? 1 year? "

99. "Write a letter to someone you need to forgive"

100. "Make a list of things about yourself that bring you joy."

101. "Who do you know you can count on for support?"

102. "Write down five aspects of your identity (personality, routines, relationships, hobbies) that have changed because of your pain and journey to heal."

103. "Write down 10 affirmations for yourself related to where you are in your healing."

104. "When do you feel most alive and free? "

105. "How do you feel about yourself today, at this moment?"

106. "What's your biggest fear about the future?"

107. "What kind of person do you want to be?"

108. "What do you fear most about the future? "

109. "What could you be doing to bring more peace into your life? "

110. "Write a letter of encouragement to your mind. "

111. "What does unconditional love and support mean to you?"

112. "What external circumstances are bringing the most stress and anxiety to your life?"

113. "What's something you need to let go of?"

114. "What parts of your life have been affected most by your pain?"

115. "What encouragement would you give yourself as if you were talking to someone else? "

116. "What are three actionable steps you can take today to bring more peace into your life?"

117. "Make a list of small or unexpected things that have been helpful along your journey of healing? Then give thanks to them."

118. "What is one gift this season of healing has given you?"

119. "What will be the mark of the “end” of your healing journey? "

120. "What is something you would love to do, but you’re not sure you can? "

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46 Spiritual Journal Prompts For Religious Faith

For many believers, religious faith can lead to transformative experiences, including feelings of spiritual awakening, inner peace, and a sense of connection to something greater than oneself.

I believe it is important to start by explaining what faith is. Faith refers to the act of trusting and believing in the existence of a higher power.

This practice plays a central role in the lives of many believers. It is a guide to finding the purpose of life.

At a certain point in my life, I wanted to find meaning in it. So I started using my journal to develop my faith and also connect with God.

It helped shape my values and principles, influencing my decisions and behaviors. It provides me comfort and insights into the nature of the divine.

Embark yourself to boost your religious faith and let God guide you using the following spiritual journal prompts below.

121. "Write about someone whose faith you admire and why."

122. "Apart from the Bible, what book(s) has impacted your faith greatly? What lessons still resonate with you?"

123. "Can people tell that you are a person of faith? What’s so different about you that hints at that?"

124. "What thing in nature can you use to prompt your faith? Why have you chosen this symbol?"

125. "What evening routines do you have that prepares you for a night of peace?"

126. "Have you ever heard God’s voice and disobeyed it? What were the consequences? How was your faith strengthened or weakened as a result?"

127. "Scripture says faith is a gift. How are you sure that you have accepted that gift?"

128. "What morning routines do you have that support your faith for the day?"

129. "Do you think you need a faith coach? What role would this person play in your life? How would you benefit from the experience of working with them?"

130. "Write about a time you exercised bold faith that made you very proud of yourself."

131. "Have you noticed that you struggle in faith during certain seasons or when it comes to certain aspects of your life? What are those times? What can you do to be more aware? What can you do to exercise stable faith during those times?"

132. "What do you think is the color of faith? Why?"

133. "How have you leaned on your own understanding in the past? How did it affect your faith?"

134. "Really think about this: do you see God as an ATM or someone to have a daily abiding relationship with? Why do you trust him? What’s the basis of your relationship with God?"

135. "Hope and faith go hand in hand. How would you describe your level of hope?"

136. "What does trusting God completely look like? Sound like?"

137. "Write about something you sense God is asking you to step out in faith on."

138. "What are my gifts? How can I use one gift to help someone’s faith today?"

139. "When you think of faith, what non-Bible quote comes to mind? Write it out. Why does it hold such significance for you?"

140. "Are you waiting on God to do what you can do for yourself? How is this affecting your faith walk?"

141. "Is pride and self-sufficiency standing in the way of my faith? Reflect on this question."

142. "Write out the song “No Longer Slaves” by Jonathan David and Melissa Helser. What Bible verse(s) is this song built on? Meditate on the song and the Bible verses."

143. "What are your thoughts about doubt and faith? Do you think God frowns at doubt? Do you think doubt and faith are opposites? What Scriptures can you draw on to support your thoughts?"

144. "What limiting beliefs do you have about the power of faith? What Bible verse can you draw on to the deal with these limiting beliefs?"

145. "Who would you choose as a faith mentor? Why?"

146. "Have you ever been jealous of someone’s faith walk? Why? Where are you now with that?"

147. "What can you do in unplanned, down time to enhance your walk with God?"

148. "What are some positive habits that you are practicing now which support your faith?"

149. "How does your faith serve you?"

150. "Write out the lyrics of a song that encourages and nurtures your faith. Why do you like this song?"

151. "Write about one thing you can start doing today to grow your faith."

152. "How do you wait in faith?"

153. "What are misconceptions you’ve held about faith? When did you realize it? Where are you now in your thoughts about those misconceptions?"

154. "Write about a time when God sent you a direct message you couldn’t miss."

155. "Do you think faith and logic have anything to do with each other? What Bible verses can you use to support your thoughts?"

156. "How can you keep going in faith when you are worn out?"

157. "Do you show the same amount of faith in all areas of life (marriage, money, work, health etc)? What can you do to balance it out?"

158. "Faith without works is dead. What does this mean to you?"

159. "Write out the song “The Breakup Song” by Francesca Battistelli. Reflect on the words."

160. "What is a belief you have about faith that would surprise someone? What Bible verse did you find that made you develop this belief? "

161. "If the Bible were to be rewritten with you as a character in it, what would you want to be remembered for?"

162. "Plan a weekend faith retreat for yourself. What would it look like?"

163. "How can you curate more faith memories, that is, keep track of all the positive things that happen as a result of your faith in God? Why would this be important?"

164. "What is the most powerful faith story you have ever heard? Why does it resonate with you so much?"

165. "What is the connection between faith and purpose?"

166. "How does your faith serve others?"

34 Inspirational Spiritual Journal Prompts

My personal journal is my safe space to connect with the creator of the universe.

I can explore my faith, reflect and connect with the creator through my journal.

It is where I can acknowledge what lessons, insights, and experiences have left a mark on me.

Expressing gratitude for his blessings, guidance, and love has made my life much easier.

Writing in my journal, I can feel its presence.

Since I was very little, my mother taught me how to find a moment just to be thankful for all the blessings in my life. Since then, journaling has become my spiritual practice.

Every day, when I wake up in the morning, I sit down and start writing about how I'm feeling, the little things I'm thankful for, the things I want to change for the better, and my expectations for the day.

By writing, I can tap into a deeper sense of wisdom and redirect my purpose in life. It is my way of connecting the divine high power and myself.

If you want to seek transformation and align your actions and attitudes so you feel more connected than ever, use the following inspirational spiritual journal prompts I've prepared for you:

167. "What relationships do I need to let go of and why? Pray about these."

168. "What is God calling me to do that I am avoiding? Pray about this."

169. "How can I still grow my faith when life gets busy?"

170. "What is my spiritual life lacking? Pray about this."

171. "The areas in my life where I need to put more trust in God."

172. "Ways I can be of service in my community and or at my local church?"

173. "List of Bible verses I would like to commit to memory this year."

174. "What idols are there in my life that I need to get rid of? Pray about these."

175. "What sins are there in my life that I need to get rid of? Pray about these."

176. "Am I honoring God in my singleness / marriage?"

177. "Do you feel close to God right now? Why or Why not? Pray about this."

178. "Books of the Bible I would like to prioritize for in-depth study and why?"

179. "What I want my daily devotional time to look like."

180. "Ways I can practice being still daily so I can hear God speaking to me."

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181. "Struggles I want to overcome."

182. "List of people or situations that I want to fervently pray for and why?"

183. "Song lyrics that speak to me and why, write out the words of the song."

184. "What am I willing to deny myself in pursuit of godliness?"

185. "Steps I can take to grow my prayer life this year"

186. "Write about a time when God answered your prayer."

187. "Bible Studies you would like to do individually or with a group, make a list."

188. "What actionable steps can I take this year to prioritize my relationship with God?"

189. "5 things I am grateful for and how can I practice gratitude daily."

190. "What are my spiritual gifts and how can I use them to glorify God?"

191. "My theme verse, song and or word for the year and what it means to me."

192. "Write a prayer of worship and praise to God."

193. "What 3 lessons did God teach me through Bible Reading this month?"

194. "Christian Books I want to read this year, make a list."

195. "How can I practice more self-control this year?"

196. "How can I be more hospitable to others inviting them into my heart and home?"

197. "What recent faith story did you hear? How did it impact you?"

198. "When was a time when you trusted God completely?"

199. "Do you feel close to God right now? Why or why not?"

200. "Write about a time when God rewarded your faith?"

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do You Start A Spirit Guide Journal?

How To Keep A Spiritual Journal

• Purchase a notebook dedicated only to journaling.
• Time at least 30 minutes of your day to write.
• Acknowledge your blessings in life.
• Set spiritual goals to help you feel more connected to divine power.
• Write down any prayers that inspire you.
• Write down your lessons by the end of each month.

What Is A Spiritual Journal?

A spiritual journal is a therapeutic practice that helps individuals to connect with a higher power by writing down their thoughts, feelings, struggles, concerns, and experiences. It is a way to find meaning and purpose in life.

Can I Use Journaling Prompts For Spiritual Guidance?

Absolutely. Prompts can provide direction and inspire deeper exploration. They can range from questions about your beliefs, gratitude, challenges, and desires to topics like forgiveness, letting go, and finding meaning in difficult experiences.

Are There Specific Prompts For Spiritual Guidance Journaling?

Yes, here are some prompts to get you started:

• What does spirituality mean to me?
• How have I felt connected to something greater than myself recently?
• What lessons can I learn from my current challenges?
• What am I grateful for in my spiritual journey?
• What do I need to release or let go of to move forward spiritually?
• How can I bring more love and compassion into my life?
• What is my intuition telling me about a particular situation?
• How can I align my actions with my spiritual beliefs today?

Can I Use My Journal To Seek Answers Or Guidance?

Yes, your journal can serve as a space to ask for guidance or clarity from your higher self, the universe, or a divine source. Write down your questions or concerns and allow yourself to receive insights as you write.

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