START WITH GOD

START WITH GOD

July 31, 20253 min read

A Monthly “Pray • Read • Reflect” Practice

A simple way to make space for God each morning—even when your mind feels scattered.

You want to spend time with God.
But life is loud. And on some days, it’s all you can do just to breathe and keep moving.

That’s why I created the “Pray • Read • Reflect” monthly journal system; a simple, flexible rhythm you can return to over and over. No pressure. No complicated format. Just a peaceful way to connect with God through scripture and journaling, one quiet moment at a time.


What Is the “Pray • Read • Reflect” System?

It’s a monthly printable pack that helps you:

  • 🌿 Start your morning with scripture

  • ✍️ Reflect on what God is showing you

  • 🕊️ Respond in prayer and journaling

  • 📖 Answer a guided journal prompt based on truth from God’s Word

Each month you’ll get:

  • Prayer & Bible verses to read slowly throughout the month

  • A matching set of journal prompt questions

  • A reusable Pray Read Reflect journal page

This practice is perfect for busy Christian women who crave intentional, meaningful time with God—but don’t want to feel overwhelmed by another routine.


How to Use the Pages

  1. Read the Verse from the monthly sheet.

  2. Open your Bible, read it slowly, and write it at the top of your journal page.

  3. Pause. Let God speak through it.

  4. Fill in the journal sections:

    • What is God showing me today?

    • How do I want to respond?

    • Answer the journal prompt question provided for that day.

    • End with your prayer.

Use one page for the week, or just a few days a week, whatever pace works for you. This system is flexible on purpose. It’s about connection, not performance.


🌿Download the Free Printables

🎁 Click here to get this month’s “Pray • Read • Reflect” bundle. (older version)

Pray Read Reflect Bundle August (older version)

Your download includes:

  • 15 carefully chosen scriptures for the month

  • 15 matching journal questions

  • A reusable guided journal page layout

✨ New Format Update: Pray • Read • Reflect

If you’re ready to make “Start with God” part of your daily rhythm, try this weekly practice I created.

Pray Read Reflect Bundle August (new version)

It’s super simple:

  • 🙏 One prayer to pray all week

  • 📖 One verse to focus on

  • 📝 Five journal prompts (one for each day)

This keeps things easy but consistent — helping you start every morning with God.

📝 Download the free printable:

[link to new updated version]


🌿Why This Practice Helps Calm Anxious Thoughts

So often, we wake up already in motion, reaching for our phones, spiraling in to-do lists, trying to get ahead of the day.

But this practice helps you:

  • Pause and listen before reacting

  • Let God’s truth shape your inner world

  • Put your anxious heart in God’s hands first, not last

You’re not just journaling you’re surrendering, listening, and letting His Word speak into your day. It’s one of the most powerful ways to shift your mindset and invite peace.


🌿 Watch: A Peaceful Guided Journaling Time With God

If you’re craving calm, focus, and direction but don’t know where to start, this video is for you.
I walk you step-by-step through how to use the
Pray • Read • Reflect journal page in real time, using scripture, reflection questions, and a space to respond with prayer.

🕊️ You’ll move through this 5-step rhythm:
1. Read the day’s Bible verse
2. Ask what God is showing you
3. Reflect on how to apply it personally
4. Answer the matching journal prompt
5. Write your prayer and release it to Him

The video ends with calming nature visuals and instrumental worship, so you can linger and keep writing, praying, or listening.

👉 Watch the full Start With God video here:
📺
Start Your Day With God | Guided Bible Journaling with Scripture, Reflection, and Prayer,(for older version journal bundle).

Pair this with your printable, a cup of coffee, and 10 minutes of quiet space, you’ll walk away clearer, calmer, and more rooted in God’s presence.


Calming Tip of the Day

🌿Calming Tip of the Day

Set your coffee or tea spot near a sunny window, let the light remind you of God's presence.

Kristi is the heart behind Fair Lamb Inspired-The Inspired Dwelling, where she encourages Christian women facing anxiety and overwhelm to draw near to God. Through journal devotionals, printables, and peaceful home inspiration, she helps women create faith-filled spaces that foster trust in Him.

Kristi FairLamb

Kristi is the heart behind Fair Lamb Inspired-The Inspired Dwelling, where she encourages Christian women facing anxiety and overwhelm to draw near to God. Through journal devotionals, printables, and peaceful home inspiration, she helps women create faith-filled spaces that foster trust in Him.

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