Spiritual Disciplines

Spiritual Journaling

Writing brings clarity to the soul. These guided practices help you encounter God in Scripture, notice His hand in daily life, and reflect on His presence each evening. Every entry becomes part of your personal record of faith.

Lectio Divina

Sacred Reading Journal

Monastic tradition, 6th century · Psalm 1:2

A guided contemplation of Scripture through four movements. Read a passage slowly, notice what stands out, reflect on why it resonates, respond to God in prayer, and rest in silence. Your reflections are saved as a journal entry.

  • 1Choose or receive a Scripture passage
  • 2Lectio: Note the word or phrase that stands out
  • 3Meditatio: Reflect on why it resonates
  • 4Oratio: Write your prayer response to God
  • 5Contemplatio: Rest in silence, then record insights
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Gratitude Journal

Noticing God in Daily Life

1 Thessalonians 5:18 · Psalm 107:1

A daily practice of recording moments where you noticed God at work: answered prayers, unexpected blessings, moments of peace. Over time, you build a personal record of God's faithfulness to look back on.

  • 1Recall a blessing or moment of grace
  • 2Describe how you saw God in it
  • 3Optionally connect it to Scripture
  • 4Add as many items as you like per session
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Daily Examen

Ignatian Evening Review

St. Ignatius of Loyola, 16th century · Psalm 139:23-24

A structured end-of-day reflection to notice God's presence in the events of your day. Review with gratitude, attend to your emotions, choose one significant moment to pray about, and look ahead to tomorrow with hope.

  • 1Become aware of God's presence
  • 2Review the day with gratitude
  • 3Notice consolation and desolation
  • 4Focus on one significant moment
  • 5Look toward tomorrow with hope
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