How to journal:

You will need a Bible, journal or piece of paper and a pen or pencil.

S: SCRIPTURE

Lookup today's reading in your Bible or click on the link above. Take time reading and allow God to speak to you. When you are done, look for a verse that particularly spoke to you, and write it in your journal.

O: OBSERVATION

What do you think God is saying to you in this scripture? Ask the Holy Spirit to teach you and reveal Jesus to you. Paraphrase and write this scripture down in your own words.

A: APPLICATION

Personalize what you have read, by asking yourself how it applies to your life right now. Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, revelation of a new promise or correction for a particular area of your life. Write how this scripture can apply to you today.

P: PRAYER

This can be as simple as asking God to help you use this scripture, or it may be a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you. Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say! Now, write it out.