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January 2, 2013

How To Start A Prayer Journal

Yesterday, I told you that I was going to post about my resolutions for 2013… so here we go! My “main” resolution is to keep a Prayer Journal throughout the year. This year, I really want to focus on being prayerful. When people ask me to pray for something, I want to actually “write it down” and pray for them. I think that this will also be an awesome way to see how God is working in my life and the lives of others around me. Here is my “how to” on setting up a prayer journal:

IMG_11741.  Buy a Notebook. I bought a plain black one from staples.

 

2. Tab the notebook for each day of the week (& set categories)
                Monday: Husband, Marriage, Relationships
                Tuesday: Spiritual Life, Ministry
                Wednesday: Work, Home
                Thursday: Thanks/Praise, Friendships
                Friday: Finances, Giving, Health
                Saturday: Family, Neighbors
                Sunday: Children, Church, Rest

 

3. Write 3 key verses about prayer at the beginning for focus, or key life verses you may have.
                – Colossians 1:9-10
                – John 15:4-8
                – Philippians 4:4-7
IMG_1176Basically, I sectioned off the journal by days so that I can stay organized and focus on one area each day of the week. For example, today is Wednesday, so the focus is Work/Home; therefore, I would write down any prayers for my work, or Kevin’s, and any verses that might come to my mind so that I can pray through scripture as well.

 

Ex: Lord, show me how to make our home a safe haven – filled with your love and word. Help it be a place that builds up our family – a place of honesty and positivity – a source of contentment, acceptance, rejuvenation, nurturing, rest and love. I am doing a great work and I cannot come down – Nehemiah 6:3

 

*For urgent prayer request, I use sticky notes and move them each day.

 

If I don’t have anything new to write down, I simply use the book as a tool to pray through for the day. I want to let you know that by no means is this used to pray once for the day and be done. My goal is to be in constant prayer and communication with God. I am simply using this as a tool to be more intentional about my prayer life and praying for others.

 

Throughout the bible, you see how Paul continually prayed for the people he met and had a heavy heart for their ministry. “I give thanks to my God always for you because of the grace of God that was given you in Christ Jesus” – 1 Corinthians 1:4. I simply want to be more like this; in constant prayer.

 

“And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, so as to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to Him, bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God.” – Colossians 1:9-10
IMG_1175 Please let me know if I can pray for you or your family about anything. {Comment or Email}

 

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  • Samantha Shepherd
    January 2, 2013

    This is such a valueable resolution! This past summer, God started really teaching me about praying specifically for others. And when I told someone I would pray for them I learned to write it down and truly pray for them as promised.

    So encouraged by this! Thank you for sharing. 🙂

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Samantha Shepherd
      January 2, 2013

      I know! I just love the thought of being able to look back in a year and see how God has answered prayers. I think it will be a true outpouring of my heart and a great way to stay focused on God and others.

      Reply
  • Ashley Robyn
    January 2, 2013

    I love this and love your organizing. Michael is a peace officer do all prayers of safety for him and others who serve are always helpful. 🙂 just adore the person you are. Your heart is so kind. Happy Wednesday.

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Ashley Robyn
      January 2, 2013

      Thanks Ashley! I will definitely write that down. Hope you are having a good day 🙂

      Reply
  • Andrea McCave
    January 2, 2013

    I love this! I started a prayer journal this yr too. also index cards for specific verses I want etched in my heart. Btw…I have a second blog… http://www.girlsofgodsheart.blogspot.com we would love for you to write a guest post about your journal if you are interested.

    xxAndeexx

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Andrea McCave
      January 2, 2013

      Andrea,

      I would love too! I will send you something.

      Reply
  • Emily
    January 2, 2013

    I have tried and tried to keep a prayer journal/study journal and it has never worked before. I get caught up in the unorganized set up, and it just annoys me! But, I love the way you have organized yours, and I think this would help me stay organized, so I can truly focus on prayer (something I’m not at all good at). Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Emily
      January 2, 2013

      Thanks Emily! I know, just making a list hasn’t worked for me in the past so I am hoping the categories will help me stay organized and focused. 🙂

      Reply
  • Ashley @ Always Ashley
    January 2, 2013

    This is fabulous! I mean I have a prayer/study journal but it has never been broken down into tabs! lol. I think you have me beat 🙂
    I love that you are really taking this seriously and I can’t wait to see how God moves in your life this year 🙂

    xoxo
    Ashley Danielle
    ||AlwaysAshleyBlog||

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Ashley @ Always Ashley
      January 2, 2013

      Thanks Ashley! I’m really excited to see how this goes 🙂

      Reply
  • Courtney Kassner
    January 2, 2013

    This is great! I prayer journaled for the first time last year and it was so amazing to go back and read those prayers and how they were answered. I love your idea on sectioning it off to days of the week/categories. Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Courtney Kassner
      January 2, 2013

      That is awesome. I love that you have already done 🙂 makes me happy!

      Reply
  • Stephanie F
    January 2, 2013

    Wow you are one amazing lady. I find it truly inspiring to meet people like you who have such passion for the Creator and a heart that loves to give. May God bless you and your loved ones! xoxo

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Stephanie F
      January 2, 2013

      Stephanie,

      Thank you so much for your kind words. I really appreciate you following me and commenting. It is so great to meet such great people. May God bless you and your family as well.

      Marquis

      Reply
  • Ktbuttons
    January 2, 2013

    Hey I just found you through another blog. Glad to ‘meet’ you and I look forward to following along! I’m your newest follower! 🙂 Happy New Year!

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Ktbuttons
      January 2, 2013

      So glad to meet you too! I am glad you found me; thanks for following. I can’t wait to check out your blog!

      Reply
  • Sippy Cups and Pearls
    January 2, 2013

    Oh wow! I love this idea and totally might have to borrow it from you! So SO SO glad I found your blog from the Followers to Friends link up! by the way, you and your hubby are so lovely together in that picture – you really compliment each other well!

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Sippy Cups and Pearls
      January 2, 2013

      Please do; I would love for you to start one! Thank you for following, you are too sweet. Can’t wait to see your blog!

      Reply
  • Wifessionals
    January 3, 2013

    Your blog design is beautiful! So happy to have met you sweet girl!

    Kaitlyn (:

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Wifessionals
      January 3, 2013

      Thank you Kaitlyn! I am still slowing adding stuff but i like it alot 🙂

      Reply
  • Laura
    January 3, 2013

    I’m so glad I stumbled upon your blog! I love this idea of starting a prayer journal, and the way you’ve set it up is awesome! I love having the sticky note with more urgent requests to move from day to day!

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Laura
      January 3, 2013

      Laura,

      I am glad you found my blog too! I am hoping the journal goes really good and is super functional!

      Marquis

      Reply
  • Kisha Jaggers
    January 3, 2013

    New Follower! Found you through the Followers to Friends Link up! Love your blog! Stop by my blog at http://www.kjaggers.com anytime and if you like what you see, follow back! Happy New Year! K Jaggers

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Kisha Jaggers
      January 3, 2013

      Kisha,

      Thanks for following; its exciting meeting new people! Can’t wait to check out your blog!

      Reply
  • meandmr.com
    January 3, 2013

    Newest follower here! I found you through the blog hop. Cute blog, I can’t wait to read more!
    -Melanie@ meandmr.com

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      meandmr.com
      January 3, 2013

      Melanie,

      Thanks for following; i will be looking at your blog soon!

      Reply
  • Rachel Easley
    January 3, 2013

    Stopping by from the link up…I love that you are keeping a prayer journal. I might have to do this myself. I kept one back in high school and I really enjoyed it. It helped keep my wandering mind focused!!

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Rachel Easley
      January 3, 2013

      Rachel,

      You should! I think this is going to be a great journey. Thanks for following; can’t wait to see your blog.

      Reply
  • Jo Lane
    January 3, 2013

    Hello! I am following you from the blog hop! The prayer journal is a great idea!!!! Hope you follow back 🙂
    lovinglifeinthefablane.blogspot.com

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Jo Lane
      January 3, 2013

      Thanks for following; I am going to your blog right now 🙂

      Reply
  • Cat
    January 3, 2013

    I LOVE this. I love the idea. I love the journal …the design….the tabs..Everything! I need to do this!!!

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Cat
      January 3, 2013

      Thanks Cat!!! 🙂

      Reply
  • Ileana
    January 3, 2013

    Hello stopping by from the link up. Journaling what your praying for is awesome. I love your blog, new follower 🙂

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Ileana
      January 3, 2013

      Thanks for following! I’m glad you like the journal!

      Reply
  • mail4rosey
    January 3, 2013

    What a wonderful journal. I’m already a follower, visiting today from the hop.

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      mail4rosey
      January 3, 2013

      Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  • Altax
    January 3, 2013

    Looks Great!!! Happy new year.

    Kids Games

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Altax
      January 3, 2013

      Thank you! Happy New Year to you too!

      Reply
  • Chelsee @ Southern Beauty Guide
    January 3, 2013

    I just linked up for the thirsty Thursday blog hop! I am loving reading your blogs, I hope you have a great day! I am a new follower, so if you get time please stop by my blog!

    Happy Thursday,
    Chelsee @ Southern Beauty Guide
    southernbeautyguide.blogspot.com

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Chelsee @ Southern Beauty Guide
      January 3, 2013

      Chelsee,

      Thanks for linking up and following! I will defiantly go follow your blog 🙂

      Reply
  • Esther Davison
    January 3, 2013

    I’m a new GFC follower from the almost Friday hop. I love the prayer journal idea. I have done it once before. Esther Norine Designs

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Esther Davison
      January 3, 2013

      Thank you! It’s seasoned to meet people who have done one. How did it go for you?

      Reply
  • Lauren Elliott
    January 3, 2013

    I adore this idea. I have done prayer journals before, but I like how you have broken it into days and categories. Praying for you a joyful beginning to this new year! 🙂

    Lauren @ Simply Free
    laurenrebeccaelliott.blogspot.com

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Lauren Elliott
      January 3, 2013

      Thanks Lauren! I am hoping the categories will work and help me focus!

      Reply
  • Rachel
    January 3, 2013

    I’ve heard of other people doing this–and of later being able to go back and see how God answered the prayers that they’d been praying throughout the year. That will definitely be exciting to look forward to, as you keep a record!

    Reply
    • Marquis Clarke
      Rachel
      January 3, 2013

      I am hoping so! Thanks for reading and commenting!

      Reply
  • Marquis Clarke
    October 25, 2013

    This is such a wonderful idea! I had been trying to think of new ways to enhance my prayer life, and this just might help with that. My husband and I recently started a prayer chalk board. We hung a chalkboard by our front door and when people have prayer needs, we write them on the board. Then, as we’re walking out the door, we make a point to pray over one or two of those requests. It’s been neat to be able to “erase away” some of the requests as we’ve seen God answer through them.

    I’m so excited to have found your blog! I love finding blogs of other women who love Christ and walking through the Christian walk together with them, even in the blogging world. 🙂 I blog, as well, over at http://www.andthismarinewife.com.

    Reply
  • Teresa Jones
    November 15, 2014

    Great idea! Love your prayer journal.

    Reply
  • gradybird
    September 22, 2015

    Beautiful!

    Reply
  • Tasha
    March 8, 2016

    Love this idea! Thank you so much for sharing.

    Reply

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