Lent Day 23, Thursday, March 16, 2023

“Journal or Write a Prayer”

Have you ever written a prayer?  Have you ever tried journalling as a part of your Faith and life journey?  These two things are a bit similar but also very different.  Prayer is focused communication with God, whereas journalling can be writing about anything.  When we consider what it means to “Journal” or write a prayer, it changes things a little.

In a typical prayer, it can be difficult to keep up with all the things flying in and out of our heads.  When we write or journal a prayer, our focus improves, and specifying what we’re praying for seems to make a difference.  In addition, something special occurs when we write someone’s name.  It’s difficult to explain so I’ll just let you explore it for yourself.

In my own experience, it seems that when I write my prayers, they are much more intentional, directed, and specific.  My thoughts are more collected and organized.  I’ve also discovered that I’m much less likely to forget things when I journal my prayers.

I wish I could say that I witness more of my prayers answered by writing them, but I’m not sure I can prove it scientifically.  It’s difficult to fully explain the benefits of writing and journalling prayers.  I just know that when I write my prayers, I feel much better about what I’m seeking from God and I’m more confident about what I receive.  

Pray today, but write it down!  If you’re feeling bold, start a Prayer Journal.  Do it today, and tomorrow, and keep going.  God will take it from there!

“This is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says: ‘Write in a book all the words I have spoken to you.’ “ (Jeremiah 30:2, NIV)