“Preparing Our Hearts: A December Journaling Journey With Christ”
“31 gentle prompts to slow down, breathe, and draw near to Jesus.”
As promised, this month, for the month of December, I’m excited to share with you 31 days of faith based prayerful journal prompts. You can save these prompts and do them each day this month along with me or you can do only the ones that speak to you. Take what you need and leave what you don’t, as my therapist always says!
I hope you enjoy the month of journaling. I’ll be active in the chat here on substack to interact with you from time to time to check in to see how your journaling journey with Christ is going. I know you’re in good hands.
I’ll leave the journal prompts below in graphic format as well as text format.
Day 1:
Where am I today emotionally, physically, and spiritually? Write honestly before God — no filtering.
Day 2:
What do I need from God today? Comfort, peace, direction, nearness? Tell Him.
Day 3:
Write out a verse that brings you comfort. Why does your heart cling to it right now?
Day 4:
Name one burden you are carrying. Lay it before God in prayer as you write.
Day 5:
Where did I notice God’s presence in the small moments this week? Even if it felt faint.
Day 6:
Write about a time when God carried you in weakness. What happened? How did He meet you?
Day 7:
What is something I am afraid of right now? Invite God into that fear.
Day 8:
What does rest look like for me in this season? What makes rest difficult?
Day 9:
Write a prayer of honesty that begins with: “Lord, here is what I don’t understand…”
Day 10:
What is one thing I am grateful for today? Why does it matter to my heart?
Day 11:
What lies or discouraging thoughts feel loud lately? What is the truth God speaks over me instead?
Day 12:
Which Scripture or worship song has been on my mind recently? Why might God be highlighting it?
Day 13:
Write about a moment recently where you felt heard, seen, or held — even in a small way.
Day 14:
Where do I feel weary? Write a “Lord, I am tired…” prayer.
Day 15:
What is something I want God to heal in me (physically, emotionally, spiritually)?
Day 16:
What is one way God has been faithful in the past year? Reflect slowly.
Day 17:
What tends to steal my peace? Invite God to speak to that place.
Day 18:
Where do I sense God asking me to trust Him more? How does that feel?
Day 19:
Write about an area where you have seen growth — even if it feels small.
Day 20:
What prayer has remained unanswered? Write about the waiting, and how it feels.
Day 21:
What do I want my relationship with God to look like? Write a prayer asking Him to shape my heart.
Day 22:
Where do I feel lonely or misunderstood? Let God meet you there.
Day 23:
Write a letter to God beginning with: “Thank You for not giving up on me.”
Day 24:
Reflect on a moment where Jesus’ love felt personal to you.
Day 25:
On Christmas Day: Write about what it means that God came near to us. “Emmanuel — God with us.”
Day 26:
What do I need to release before the year ends? A fear, guilt, expectation, or memory.
Day 27:
Where do I need God to breathe new hope?
Day 28:
Write about what brings your soul rest, softness, and peace.
Day 29:
What truth do I want to carry into the new year? Write it as a declaration.
Day 30:
Reflect on how God sustained you this year — in weakness, pain, or waiting.
Day 31:
Write a prayer for the new year, asking for closeness, guidance, and deeper trust.
Happy Journaling
Blessings,
Ashley Hope