What is a HEAR journal?


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The H.E.A.R. method: Highlight- Write out a verse(s) that you find interesting or helpful where you are in your life right now.

Explain- Explain what the verse means.

Apply- How does it affect your life? How does it challenge you? What does it mean to you in light of what Jesus did for you? What is God telling you to do, believe in this verse?

Respond- Write a prayer asking for God’s help. It could be confession or a step of obedience you believe God is calling you to take.

Sample H.E.A.R. Entry

Read: Philippians 4:10-13 Date: 11-30-13 H (Highlight) “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13 E (Explain) Paul was telling the church at Philippi that he has discovered the secret of contentment. No matter the situation in Paul’s life, he realized that Christ was all he needed, and Christ was the one who strengthened him to persevere through difficult times. A (Apply) In my life, I will experience many ups and downs. My contentment is not found in circumstances. Rather, it is based on my relationship with Jesus Christ. Only Jesus gives me the strength I need to be content in every circumstance of life. R (Respond) Lord Jesus, please help me as I strive to be content in You. Through Your strength, I can make it through any situation I must face.