Be at peace; be at rest. Lay down your burdens and live in glory and delight. The gifts of God are many, and by spending some time in prayer with a pen, we open ourselves to discerning the Lord’s voice and receiving his Word. In Encounters with the Lord, writer, mother, and devout believer Jean Bowen-Smith offers guidance and a framework for learning to dialogue with God through devotional journaling.

If you possess the desire for an intimate relationship with God, you will find Encounters with the Lord an indispensible companion on your daily Christian walk, regardless of whether you have written for years or have never before opened a journal. The encouraging journal prompts and topics Jean presents come from the messages she has received over her years of journaling, and space is provided beneath each prompt for your reflections at your own pace.

The Lord desires to speak and commune with us daily, and as believers we have the ability to hear His voice. This devotional journal does not simply teach us to hear the Word of the Lord; it brings new life to our quiet time with our Savior, Jesus Christ, and opens up to us new worlds of opportunity and blessing.

“Behold, My glory rests upon you this morning. Let it fill those places –

those deep places – Don’t fear uncovering that which has been placed

there…I will use it for My glory”