You appreciate the wide, blank margins provided for expressing yourself through writing and drawing This NIV Journalling Bible has an easy-to-read, single-column 8.5pt Bible text, two ribbon markers and an elastic strap closure. NKJV- Zondervan Beautiful Word Bible *This Bible’s illustrations are already colored in, there is no NKJV that I know of that comes in a coloring version. Artwork and opportunity for coloring – Some of the journaling Bibles provide lovely artwork that you can color. Explore your creativity! You may also consider hosting a bible journaling ladies night. What a fun way to connect with other like-minded women! What do you do when you’re Bible journaling?

A mixture of a Bible with the binding of a high-quality notebook. This journaling Bible is made to go where you go, giving you a place to reflect, write, and explore what God’s word has to say when you look closely and thoughtfully.Let’s explore options for the best journaling Bible, discuss their features and benefits, and how to choose the one that’s right for you. But, I will say that having an actual Journaling Bible is really nice to have, and worth the money; especially if you like the idea of the art directly in your Bible. For myself, and most of my Bible journaling buddies, there is something special about having your art directly next to the verse or chapter you are meditating on. So what Journaling Bible do I get? The single-column setting and blank margins allow for plenty of room beside the Scriptures for your notes, drawings, stencilling and illumination, bringing a new depth and imagination to your quiet times.

In the last couple of years, a TON of Journaling Bibles have come out on the market. Which is great because we now have so many options, but also overwhelming to figure out which one is right for us. The first question to answer is if you want to create all your own art, or have designs pre-printed that you can color/paint. I often think about my friend and mentor from many years ago. He used to say, “Always pray with an open Bible on your lap.” For him, prayer was an ongoing conversation between himself and God. Moreover, the scriptures that he read in his Bible provided the pathway for that two-way conversation. Size (dimensions) – Again, portability is the issue. A Bible with smaller dimensions will fit into a tote or purse. Halfway between a Bible and an Adult Colouring Book, this is a journaling Bible for anyone who wants to relax into God’s word. With intricate line images to fill in, as well as wide margins for notes and drawings, this is the ideal gift for anyone with an artistic eye. There is also a new range of Inspire Bibles that celebrate the inspiration of the Psalms and come in a luscious purple binding.

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With many different journaling Bibles on the market, you have lovely options to choose from. Several are particularly appealing to women, because of their graceful artwork, soft colors, and attractive designs. Absolutely not! There are no rules when it comes to Bible journaling. A great way to get started is to use whatever Bible you have on hand and do your journaling in a separate notebook/journal!

This Bible is published by Christian Art Publishers. It’s available at a budget-friendly price, and it offers beautiful features for writing and artwork. The translation is the King James Version. For many people, the poetic rhythms of the beautiful language in the King James translation are most inspiring. There could not be a better gift for Bible readers who love to add their own doodles and personal reflections to their Bible. This NIV Journalling Bible has an easy-to-read, single-column 8.5PT Bible text, two ribbon markers and an elastic strap closure. Also included are shortcuts to key stories, events and people of the Bible, lists of references for help and guidance and a reading plan to help you familiarise yourself with the Bible.You’re on a journey with God, just like my friend from many years ago. God speaks to you through scripture, and you enter into the two-way conversation with our Lord. What a joy and comfort it is to read God’s Word and go to God in prayer. The endpapers feature original artwork by Hannah, inspired by the story of the Garden of Eden in Genesis, and Revelation's 'Heavenly City'. KJV- Personal Reflections Journaling Bible Classic Single Column Journaling Bibles (Again, these are my preferred Journaling Bibles) Bible journaling is a fresh, new way to study, learn, and memorize God’s Word. In this article, we’ll explore options to find the best journaling Bible. First, we’ll take a look at journaling as a useful process. Then, we’ll discuss the features and benefits of journaling Bibles and how to find one that best suits you. ESV- Crossway, The Illuminated Bible *This Bible’s illustrations are all done in a shiny gold and is not really a coloring Bible- get it in navy, red, or green covers

Well . . . let’s look at journaling as a pathway to wisdom. Counselors and therapists (including pastoral counselors) often recommend journaling to their clients. They suggest writing by hand in a journal for a number of reasons. To consider what the best journaling bible is for us, we need to think about what the benefits of a journaling bible would be and what we want to glean from doing it. Benefits of Journaling This edition of the New International Version uses British spelling, punctuation and grammar to allow the Bible to be read more naturally. Bibles that have the designs printed in the margins are great for beginners or those who don’t feel they have the artistic talent to make their own. (Though I will always encourage you, that anyone has the talent to do their own- see THIS POST HERE for more on that.) The pre-illustrated Bibles also have a lot of blank margins as well if you are on the fence.With illustrations by Thea Muir, this Journaling Bible in the NIV text is an ideal and encouraging all-family Bible. It has the space to explore the Bible together and a selection of unique images from Thea Muir that helps you see stories from the Bible in a vibrant new way. Hannah's previous Journalling Bible won Bible of the Year at the Christian Resources Together awards 2018. Keep in mind that there are other cover designs available for these Bibles than the ones provided in my links. Classic Double Column Journaling Bible