How to keep a feelings journal with Scripture, 3 minutes a day
Short answer: Each day, name one feeling in a single word, read one Bible verse for it, pray two sentences, and write one line. Over a month you will see patterns in your heart and how God met you in them.
1. Name the feeling in one word
Anxious, tired, lonely, grateful. One honest word is enough. Naming it is the first step to bringing it to God.
2. Read one verse for that feeling
Pick a verse that speaks to that feeling and read it twice, slowly. For example, when you feel anxious, read Philippians 4:6-7; when you are tired, read Isaiah 40:31.
3. Pray two sentences
Tell God what you feel and ask for what you need. Short prayers count.
4. Write one line
What happened, or what the verse said to you. Keep it short so you will keep doing it.
5. Look back at the end of the month
Which feelings came up most? Which verses did you save? Thank God for the days He carried you.
Doing this with Feelith
Feelith follows these steps for you. Tap a feeling, read three verses with short reflections, pray the prayer, then tap Add to today's journal and write a note if you like. The Journal tab shows your month as colored dots and the feelings you felt most.
FAQ
What is a feelings journal?
A short daily record of how you felt, often with one line about why. Adding a Bible verse and a prayer turns it into a quiet time with God.
How long should it take?
About three minutes. Short and daily works better than long and rare.
What if I feel nothing in particular?
Write 'peaceful' or 'grateful' and read Psalm 23:1. Ordinary days are worth remembering too.
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