Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life
by Donald Whitney
Journaling…for the purpose of godliness: Chapter 11
Journaling Explained
Ø A journal is a place in which a person records information important to him or her personally for preservation or consideration.
Ø A Christian journal is a place to document the works and ways of God in your life.
Is Journaling Expected?
Ø Journaling does not carry the same expectation in Scripture that many of the other disciplines do.
Ø However, there is biblical precedent for journaling by faithful followers of God, as well as by many in church history.
Value of Journaling
Ø Help in self-understanding and evaluation
Ø Help in meditation
Ø Help in expressing thoughts and feelings to the Lord
Ø Help in remembering the Lord’s works
Ø Help in creating and preserving a spiritual heritage
Ø Help in clarifying and articulating insights
Ø Help in monitoring goals and priorities
Ø Help in maintaining the other spiritual disciplines
Ways of Journaling
Ø Whatever works best for you
Ø Whatever is most helpful in your pursuit of godliness
Ø Frequency, method, occasions, type of content, and length can all vary
More Application
As with all the disciplines…
Ø Journaling can be fruitful at any level of involvement.
Ø Journaling requires persistence through the dry times.
Ø You must start journaling before you can experience its value.
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