Imperfect Reflections: The Art of Christian Journaling - Hardcover

by Kirsten Birkett (Author)

Discover your journal's potential to be a tool for spiritual growth

Kirsten Birkett encourages us to pick up our notebooks and pens and use journaling as a tool to grow in godliness. Writing is a powerful act. It takes time and allows us the space to turn emotions like sadness or anger into joy.

The Puritans used diaries as a way to give themselves spiritual counsel. It helped them to remember God's mercies, to reflect on how He has been at work, and to be thankful.

This book is a helpful guide for those who want to start the practice of journaling, or who want to direct their journaling in a more intentional way. Put pen to paper and create a record of your spiritual life.

Chapter headings include:

Introduction: How This All Got Started

Chapter 1: Write

Chapter 2: Write Wisdom

Chapter 3: Write Forgiveness

Chapter 4: Write Thankfulness

Chapter 5: Write Prayer

Chapter 6: Write Witness

Chapter 7: Write Bible

Chapter 8: The Covid Diaries 2020

Appendix: Write as the Puritans Did

Author Biography

Kirsten Birkett is a theological writer and author of numerous books and articles. She previously lectured at Oak Hill Theological College in pastoral care, church history, philosophy and ethics. She lives in the north of England with two cats and two chickens. Sadly, no ducks.