Scriptural Journaling Prompts—Reflecting Christ’s Light (KJV)

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Scriptural Journaling Prompts – Reflecting Christ’s Light (KJV)

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1. “Ye are the light of the world.”

Matthew 5:14 (KJV):

“Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.”

Prompt:

What areas of your life might you be tempted to “hide your light”? How can you let Christ’s light shine more boldly through your words, actions, or choices?

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2. “Walk as children of light.”

Ephesians 5:8 (KJV):

“For ye were sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as children of light.”

Prompt:

Reflect on your journey from darkness to light. How has your relationship with Jesus changed you? What does “walking as a child of light” look like in your daily life?

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3. “Let your light so shine before men…”

Matthew 5:16 (KJV):

“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”

Prompt:

Describe a recent situation where your actions could have reflected Christ. Did they? How can you better align your deeds so that others glorify God when they see your life?

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4. “The light shineth in darkness…”

John 1:5 (KJV):

“And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not.”

Prompt:

What “dark” situations or environments are you currently facing? How can you bring Christ’s light into those places?

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5. “Arise, shine; for thy light is come…”

Isaiah 60:1 (KJV):

“Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee.”

Prompt:

What does it mean for you to “arise” and “shine” in your home, community, or workplace? Where might God be calling you to step forward in faith?

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6. “Put on the armour of light.”

Romans 13:12 (KJV):

“The night is far spent, the day is at hand: let us therefore cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armour of light.”

Prompt:

Are there habits or thoughts you need to cast off to walk more fully in the light? What does it look like for you to “put on the armour of light” today?

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7. “Declare the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness…”

1 Peter 2:9 (KJV) (close in meaning to KJV phrasing):

“But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light.”

Prompt:

How can you share your testimony of God calling you out of darkness? Write down one way you can show forth His praises to someone who does not yet know Christ.

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Bonus Reflection Prayer Prompt:

Write a prayer asking God to strengthen you to live as a light in your sphere of influence. Surrender specific areas of fear, doubt, or complacency that might keep you from shining brightly.

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