H.E.A.R. journal

Here at Southside Baptist Church, we want you to read the Bible with a purpose. We want you to hear what God has to say in His Word. One of the best ways to do that is to keep a H.E.A.R. Journal to go along with your daily Bible reading plan. H.E.A.R. stands for: Highlight, Explain, Apply, Respond. Apply these steps below when reading your Bible.

H - Highlight

When having your daily Bible reading, highlight a verse(s) that stand out to you. Copy this verse down in a journal and commit it to memory.

E - Explain

Next, explain what the verse means. This gives you a opportunity to apply the context of the verse. Who wrote it? Who did they write it to? Why were they writing it? Explaining the verse in context helps with the next step.

A - Apply

Apply the verse to your life. Is there sin that needs confessing? A promise you need to remember? Or an attitude you need to change? Write down how you will apply this verse(s) to your life.

R - Respond

Finally, respond to what you have learned through these verses. Response may take many forms. It may be an action step, or it may just be a response in prayer. Whatever it is, respond to the Lord with prayer and faith.

For more information on how to keep a H.E.A.R. Journal, CLICK HERE.