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Faith Journaling with Paul: A Guided Look into the Heart of the Epistles
The letters of the Apostle Paul are rich with wisdom, theology, and instruction—but they are also deeply personal. They speak to real people navigating real life with real faith. That is why I created this set of journaling prompts—so we can move beyond just reading the Word and begin responding to it with reflection, intentionality, and heart.
Each section invites you to sit with Scripture, wrestle with its truths, and examine your own walk with Christ. Whether you are thinking through the fruit of the Spirit, the armor of God, or what it means to live a life worthy of your calling, these prompts will help you go deeper—book by book, letter by letter, theme by theme.
So grab your journal, your Bible, and a quiet moment. Let Paul’s words guide you, the Holy Spirit speak to you, and your heart open up in new ways.
The Holy Spirit in Action
Reflect on a time when you clearly felt the Holy Spirit lead you. What
did you learn about obedience and trust?
Where in your life do you need boldness right now? Ask the Holy Spirit to
empower you in that area.
How can you become more sensitive to the Spirit’s guidance in your daily
decisions?
The Fruit of the Spirit
Which Fruit of the Spirit is currently thriving in your life? Which one
is most challenging for you?
Journal about how staying connected to the Holy Spirit produces lasting
change in your character.
How can you intentionally cultivate more of the Spirit’s fruit in your
relationships?
Christian Living from 1 Thessalonians
Paul urged believers to live quietly, work faithfully, and encourage one
another—how are you living out those values in your current season?
Reflect on what it means to “rejoice always, pray continually, and give
thanks in all things.” Which of these is easiest for you? Which is hardest?
How are you staying spiritually awake and alert in a world that often
numbs us with distraction or discouragement?
Christian Living from 2 Thessalonians
Where in your life do you feel called to stand firm in the truth, even
when it is unpopular or difficult?
How have you experienced God’s strength in the middle of discouragement
or spiritual pressure?
What does “not growing weary in doing good” look like for you right now?
Love
Which aspect of 1 Corinthians 13 love challenges you the most (patience,
kindness, record-keeping, etc.)?
Write about a time when you experienced or extended Christ-like love,
even when it was hard.
How can you grow in loving others more fully, especially those who are
difficult to love?
Generosity
What does generous living look like in your life today—beyond just giving
financially?
Reflect on a time you gave sacrificially. What did it reveal about your
heart and your trust in God?
What are you holding onto that God may be asking you to release or share?
Righteousness
What does being “made right with God” through faith mean to you
personally?
How has your understanding of righteousness changed as you have grown in
Christ?
In what areas of your life do you need to align your actions with the
righteousness you have received?
Traits of a Transformed Christian
(Colossians)
Which trait—compassion, humility, forgiveness, etc.—do you sense the Holy
Spirit highlighting in your life today?
Journal about what transformation has looked like for you since walking
with Christ. What has changed the most?
How do the people closest to you experience the evidence of Christ’s
transformation in your character?
Traits of a Transformed Christian
(Philemon)
Reflect on a relationship that needed healing. How did love, grace, or
forgiveness play a role?
What does reconciliation look like for you in this season of life? Where
might God be calling you to lead with gentleness?
How do you use your influence? In what ways can you use it more
intentionally for mercy and restoration?
Being a Mature Christian
How have humility, patience, or gentleness shown up in your life
lately—or where are they missing?
What does spiritual maturity look like to you today? How has that
definition grown over time?
Which trait of maturity is God calling you to develop more intentionally
right now?
The Armor of God
Which piece of God’s armor do you rely on most often? Which piece do you
tend to neglect?
What spiritual battles are you currently facing, and how are you using
the armor to stand firm?
How has prayer helped you stay protected and positioned during moments of
spiritual pressure?
Thinking on These Things
What thoughts have been dominating your mind lately? Do they reflect what
is true, pure, or praiseworthy?
Choose one trait from Paul’s list (true, pure, holy, etc.) and journal
about how you can focus your thinking in that area.
How has shifting your thoughts affected your peace, your prayers, or your
perspective?
Christian Pursuits (1 Timothy)
Reflect on which pursuit—righteousness, godliness, faith, love,
steadfastness, or gentleness—you feel drawn to grow in this season.
What distractions or lesser pursuits might be keeping you from running
after what matters most to God?
How can your daily choices reflect the spiritual priorities outlined in 1
Timothy?
Good Christian Conduct (2 Timothy)
Which behavior from Paul’s list (gentleness, peace, patience, avoiding
strife, etc.) do you need to practice more intentionally?
How has your Christian conduct spoken louder than your words in certain
situations?
Journal about someone in your life who modeled good Christian conduct.
What impact did their life have on your own?
Good Christian Conduct (Titus)
Are there areas of your life where you feel challenged to “do what is
good and fruitful”? Write about where God is calling you to grow.
Reflect on your attitude toward authority, discipline, or speech—what
would honoring Christ look like in those areas today?
How can you intentionally live in a way that makes the Gospel attractive
to others?
Jesus through Paul’s Eyes
Which truth about Jesus revealed in Paul’s letters stands out most to
you: Savior, Justifier, Head of the Church, or something else? Why?
How do you personally experience Jesus as “your everything”? Write about
how He centers your identity and walk.
In what areas of your life do you need to shift your eyes back to
Jesus—fully, completely, and without distraction?