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I'm slightly confused on how prayer journals work. Do I still pray, or is the journal enough? And how does God hear the prayers if they're only written?

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You can decide this on your own! Some people just write it, and some people (like me) write it and then pray. The choice is yours. Always assume that God is all powerful and all-knowing. He will know your prayers if you write them down.

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Is it okay to write down my prayers in a composition notebook?

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Of course! That's part of journaling as well. If you don't want to use a notebook, use a computer or your phone.

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How do I prevent a prayer from becoming repetitive and boring?

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Think of God as your best friend. Tell Him everything you worry about, are happy about or are sad about.

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How do I say a prayer?

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Start by simply talking to God. Something as simple as "Hello, God" is a great conversation starter. Tell God what is on your mind.

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How do I make a prayer for my prayer journal?

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After you have read your daily devotional and some scripture, sit quietly and clear your mind. The words should begin to flow.

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How do I make sure I'm writing authentic prayers to God, not just recording a list of fears and desires?

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Anything could be a prayer to God, he appreciates that you thought enough to talk to him and ask him for help or something important.

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How long should my quiet time with God be?

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As long as you like or until you feel a change in your spiritual life. During this time, you should clear your mind and relax.

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I'm confused on what to write for my journal entry. What would you write?

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Write down what's on your mind, e.g., "Today, my prayer was answered!" or "I met a friend who is in need/I met someone on the street who looks like they're suffering. I need to remember to pray for them." Write the words "Prayer List" on a page and come back to it when you suddenly think of something to pray for. You can also write down your prayers.

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What are some prayers for healing my body, mind, and spirit?

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There are no specific words that are better than others. God is like your best friend, and you're always surrounded by angels and guides. All you have to do is talk out loud to them in the same way that you would a good friend, and they hear you.

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What do I talk about with God?

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Things happening in your life, your personal troubles, etc. God will listen to anything you have to say as long as you believe in him.

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How can I make quiet time effective for me?

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Be hopeful and positive to your prayer, and make it personal. It's like you're writing a letter for God alone.

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I don't exactly know how to pray or how to even began my journal. How do I even begin?

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If you don't know how to pray, then it doesn't really matter. The only thing that matters is letting your feelings out while you pray. There is no "right" or "wrong" way to pray because it's all very personal. You're probably not going to show your journal to anyone, so don't worry about it all.

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Do I need to pray for everything at the same time?

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No, you may pray for whatever you wish for at a given time.

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How often am I supposed to pray?

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Pray whenever you feel that you should. For some people, that's once a week, for others, it's any time of the day or night. If thoughts of praying arise in your heart or mind, then pray. When considering prayer, ask yourself this, "What can I thank God for and what may I ask of Him?" He wants to hear your voice and know that you care.

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Is it okay to pray for something, say a new job, by say January 2019? Is it okay to include dates like this in the prayer?

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There is nothing wrong with including dates and/or being as specific as you need/want to be in your prayer, you just have to remember that God has his own plan and timeline of events, so if it doesn't happen for you by, say, January, that doesn't mean God isn't listening to your prayers.

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What is the best format for writing a prayer journal?

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Any format is great! God is delighted to hear from his children no matter what the format. You can write it just like you pray in your head/out loud, you can make lists of people and things to pray for, you can write songs or poems, you can vent, doodle, scrapbook, collage, anything! Any way that you feel you can best connect with God is perfect, because God hears all prayers (Jeremiah 29:12-13).

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After I have filled up the journal and read through it, is it okay to burn it?

Rose

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If you like, though you may want to look back later at what you have written, or save it for reference to see how you have grown spiritually. It's totally up to you, though. It's your prayer journal!

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I’ve never prayed before. How do I do it?

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See Pray and related articles.

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How do I deal with inconsistency when making a prayer journal?

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Don't put too much pressure on yourself, but know that the more time spent in prayer, the deeper your relationship with God will become. Attempt to pray daily. It's wonderful if you can stop everything, go into a room or closet or just be alone and pray, even for just 5 minutes. But even if you are driving, walking, anything, you can take a few moments to give thanks and praise to God. The more you do it, the more you will want to do it.

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What am I supposed to say at the beginning of my prayer request?

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At the beginning of your prayer, you can say anything you like; such as, “Dear Heavenly Father,” or “Hello, God.” and then continue to talk to God as if He is your best friend.

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What should I avoid when I pray?

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You can say whatever you would like to God, as if He were your best friend. Keep in mind to not say anything disrespectful and make sure to pray not only for yourself, but to your friends or family too.

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