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Getting Creative With Bible Journaling

The wonderful thing about Bible Journaling is that it is completely up to you to decide what you want your pages to look like and the verses you want to focus on. This can be a good thing and a bad thing depending on where you are on your Bible Journaling journey. We all hit a creative wall every now and then so it is important to just take a step back and look at your journal with fresh eyes and a refreshed heart. We are excited to share with you some Bible Journaling pages from our latest Momentum Subscription, and maybe it will help get your creative ideas moving.

Psalm 118:5-6

When hard pressed, I cried to the Lord; he brought me into a spacious place. The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me? Aaron created this page using watercolor, white label paper, and a clip from FaithHeirLooms.


Psalm 118:5-6

Deuteronomy‬ ‭7:9‬

Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments.  Taylor created this page with printables from our latest Momentum Subscription and watercolors. This is an ESV single column journaling bible.

Deuteronomy‬ ‭7:9‬

Deuteronomy 1:31

And in the wilderness. There you saw how the Lord your God carried you, as a father carries his son, all the way you went until you reached this place.” This page was created by Nikki from our CFC crew using printables & gelatos to make art marks. Super cute!

Deuteronomy 1:31

Deuteronomy‬ ‭7:9‬

Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments. Msdenika created the page below in her CSB notetaking Bible using acrylics for the splatters.

Deuteronomy‬ ‭7:9‬

Bible Journaling in Esther

“How incredible is God that at our darkest when we feel most removed from the life we imagined, small steps of obedience through talking or reaching out could lead to lives being changed?” Thanks to Aaron for this great page and what great meaning behind it! She used watercolors and stamps onyx ink in her IF Bible.

Bible Journaling in Esther

Ephesians‬ ‭3:14-19

For this reason I kneel before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name.  I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. Msdenika created this page using her illustrating bible, distress oxide ink, and vellum by recollections. We love it!

Ephesians‬ ‭3:14-19

Deuteronomy 7:9

Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments. This page was created by Nikki using distress ink for the background & the printables from the latest subscription kit.

Deuteronomy 7:9

Psalm 136:1

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good. His love endures forever. Missy created this page in her Tyndale House Publishers Inspire Bible brought together with @primamarketinginc spring & fall watercolor pencils, the January kit stamps from Illustrated Faith with DaySpring, some Ranger Ink distress oxide ink, and my favorite Lawn Fawn jet black ink…then finished off with a Heidi Swapp date stamp and some prayer journaling with my favorite Illustrated Faith pens. 

Psalm 136:1

1 John 3:1

See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. A huge thank you Aaron who created this page, it looks great!

1 John 3:1

Psalm 136:1

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good.His love endures forever. Msdenika created the pages below using an interleaved journaling bible, distress oxide ink, floral stamps from and official chalk ink.

Psalm 136:1

Romans 5:8

But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. This page was created by Nikki using distressed inks and printables from our latest Momentum subscription.

Romans 5:8

1 Corinthians 13:12

For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love. Aaron created this page using the theme for Valentine’s Day and it is darn cute!

1 Corinthians 13:12

Hosea 2:19

I will betroth you to me forever; I will betroth you in righteousness and justice, in love and compassion. Amanda, from our CFC crew created this adorable page using materials from our last kit. Adorable!

Hosea 2:19

Bible Journaling Planner

This planner from Choosetodo, was created by Aaron from our Creative Faith Crew using stickers from a few different sources, but how cute is this to keep you on track for your Bible Journaling?

Bible Journaling Planner

Ephesians 4:1-3

 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. Nikki create this page by putting the printables from our last kit on clear sticky paper. The result is adorable!

Ephesians 4:1-3

Bible Journaling in Psalm

What is the most beautiful thing you’ve ever seen? What did you say when you saw it? Sometimes, people don’t know what to say when they see something beautiful. Some people say “Wow!” Other people might say “Whoa!” or “I can’t believe it!” Sometimes they just smile. The Bible says that you are “fearfully and wonderfully made.” Aaron created this page by using the cute little horse printable from our last Momentum Kit.

Bible Journaling in Psalm

Hosea 2:19

I will betroth you to me forever; I will betroth you in righteousness and justice, in love and compassion. This page was created by Mary from our Creative Faith Crew and we love it!

Hosea 2:19

Psalm 103:15-22

“The life of mortals is like grass, they flourish like a flower of the field; the wind blows over it and it is gone, and its place remembers it no more. But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord’s love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children’s children—with those who keep his covenant and remember to obey his precepts…” Aaron created this page by using printables and stickers to give it a “spring” feel. Love it!

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Follow Your Bible Journaling Heart

There is a lot that can be said for someone who follows their heart. Even more so when you trust your heart to lead you to Bible journaling. Bible journaling is not only a creative outlet, but also allows you to spend much needed quiet time with God. You don’t need to be an artist to create pages you will cherish forever, you just need to have the heart and some materials to get you started. Bible Journaling Ministries makes it easy for you to get started by providing a monthly Momentum Subscription that can be used in any way you want. Some members from our Creative Faith Crew have some examples for you below. Check them out!

1 John 3:1

“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him.” I created this page using stickers, acrylic paint, and a posca pen. How Cute!

1 John 3:1

1 John 4:7-8

“Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. ” This page was created by Missy from our Creative Faith Crew by using the adorable printable from one of Bible Journaling Ministries new sets.

1 John 4:7-8

Ruth 1:16-17

“But Ruth replied, “Don’t urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people and your God my God. 17 Where you die I will die, and there I will be buried. May the Lord deal with me, be it ever so severely, if even death separates you and me.” ” MseDenika created this page using simple acrylic paint (admiral blue, new shamrock, Christmas tree green, nutmeg and antique white)!


Ruth 1:16-17

1 John 3:1

“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. ” A huge thanks to Mary who created this page.

1 John 3:1

Ruth 1:16-17

“But Ruth replied, “Don’t urge me to leave you or to turn back from you. Where you go I will go, and where you stay I will stay. Your people will be my people and your God my God. Where you die I will die, and there I will be buried. May the Lord deal with me, be it ever so severely, if even death separates you and me.” ” MseDenika created this page using simple acrylic paint and printouts from our Momentum Subscription.

Ruth 1:16-17

1 John 3:1

“See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him.” Nikki created this page using Bible Journaling Ministries printables and distressed ink. How adorable for the month of February!

1 John 3:1

Romans 5:8

“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Msedenika created this page using the following products: Illustrating Bible, apple barrel acrylics (wintergreen, black, honeysuckle, wild iris, and tapestry wine), wet and wild cosmetic brush.

Romans 5:8

Deuteronomy 7:9

“Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments. ” Bible Journaling shouldn’t be hard or complicated. It is about the process…thinking about the scripture and spending time with God. 
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This simple page was created using an Inspire Bible, Crafty Croc gel pens, and Bible Journaling Ministries momentum printables that came together quickly. Thanks to Missy for this page!

Deuteronomy 7:9

Deuteronomy‬ ‭7:7-9‬ 

“The Lord did not set his affection on you and choose you because you were more numerous than other peoples, for you were the fewest of all peoples. But it was because the Lord loved you and kept the oath he swore to your ancestors that he brought you out with a mighty hand and redeemed you from the land of slavery, from the power of Pharaoh king of Egypt. Know therefore that the Lord your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love him and keep his commandments.” Msedenika created this page within an interleaved journaling bible from Crossway, distress oxide ink for the tip in, and apple barrel acrylics). She used a technique where she cut a card in a pattern to get the acrylic to look striated. How cool! 

Deuteronomy‬ ‭7:7-9‬

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Your Bible Journaling Inspiration

Are you looking for a little inspiration when it comes to your Bible journaling? Don’t worry, you aren’t alone! Our entire community is here for you to give ideas, advice, and of course fellowship in the Word. Proverbs 27:17 states, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” This verse speaks perfectly to what Bible Journaling for Beginners is all about. If you have been waiting and looking for the right community to be a part to grow your faith, this is it. You can see what some of our members have created below using our monthly Momentum Kit. If you have any thoughts or questions, please join our social community.

Proverbs 15:22

“Without counsel plans fail, but with many advisers they succeed.” This beautiful page was created by Nikki Bunch using distressed ink and cutouts from our monthly Momentum Kit.

Your Bible Journaling Inspiration

Isaiah 61:10

“I will greatly rejoice in the Lord; my soul shall exult in my God, for he has clothed me with the garments of salvation; he has covered me with the robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom decks himself like a priest with a beautiful headdress, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.” Joyce created this page with some cutouts and colored pencils. Anyone can be a Bible journaler!

Your Bible Journaling Inspiration

Luke 14:28

“For which of you, desiring to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost, whether he has enough to complete it?” Nikki Bunch, from our Creative Faith Crew created this page using distress inks to create the background & printables from Bible Journaling Ministries.

Your Bible Journaling Inspiration

Job 42:2

“I know that you can do all things, and that no purpose of yours can be thwarted.” This set by Bible Journaling Ministries is awesome. Especially the devotional content. “A map is useless without a destination.” Make sure you know where you’re going, then figure out how to get there. Thanks to Missy for this page!

Your Bible Journaling Inspiration

Luke 14:28

“For which of you, desiring to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost, whether he has enough to complete it?” Justine created this page using a few stamps, some glitter and buttons. Cute and simple!

Your Bible Journaling Inspiration

Proverbs 15:22

“Without counsel, plans go awry, But in the multitude of counselors they are established.” Rebecca created this page using almost all of the parts from the printable from Bible Journaling Ministries “Your Best Year Part 3.” First, she used a stencil from Wal-Mart, then added Colorbox ink pad in Doodlebug colors using a Tim Holtz mini blending tool. How cool!

Your Bible Journaling Inspiration

Ephesians 1:6

“To the praise of his glorious grace, with which he has blessed us in the Beloved.” Nikki created this page using distressed inks to create the background, some washi tape from Hobby Lobby, & printables from Bible Journaling Ministries.

Your Bible Journaling Inspiration

Isaiah 58:11

“The Lord will always lead you, satisfy you in a parched land, and strengthen your bones. You will be like a watered garden and like a spring whose water never runs dry.” Rebecca, from our Creative Faith Crew, created this post using a Daniel Smith watercolor dot card (the 66 count.) Then added the printable with a few pieces of washi tape. This printable comes from the most recent subscription to Bible Journaling Ministries. This one is called “Your Best Year Part 4”. 

Your Bible Journaling Inspiration

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Bible Journaling with No-Bleed Pens and Markers

Searching for the perfect no-bleed pens for Bible journaling? I’m with ya! I’ve been longing for a great pen or marker that doesn’t bleed through thin Bible pages. In fact, I was over-the-moon excited when a friend of mine introduced me to the Pilot Frixion pen the other day. I was so excited that I placed an Amazon order immediately and they arrived at my house that very same day. I ripped opened up the bag and tested the pens in my Bible and they worked perfectly! They didn’t bleed through my thin Bible pages and they also erased with ease. It’s like magic!

Except, it’s not magic. It’s a chemical reaction that causes the change in color.

Are No-bleed Pens Good for Bible Journaling?

I can pretty much make any pen bleed through a Bible journaling page with just a little bit of saturation of the page. But, the Pilot Frixion pens don’t bleed through unless I work hard at it. The problem with these pens isn’t related to bleed through. It’s that they aren’t good for paper. Here are the major downfalls:

  1. Not Acid-Free: The Pilot Frixion marker is not acid-free. Pilot specifically warns against using them on legal documents. The dye that’s used changes color upon reaction with acids. The friction that heats up the page while you erase causes the temperature-sensing compound to activate the acid compounds, thus neutralizing the dye and making the ink disappear. Why is acid-free important? Click here to read more:
  2. Disappearing Ink: The ink will disappear at temperatures of 140 degrees or higher. But don’t worry, you can put your Bible in the Freezer and bring back the color effortlessly. The upside to this is that you can write something in your Bible that you don’t want others to read.

Overall, I don’t recommend using these pens in your Bible. Ulitmately, the choice is yours. If you prefer them and don’t mind that they’re not archival, then by all means, use them.

What are the Best No-Bleed Pens for Bible Journaling

My favorite no-bleed pens for Bible journaling are actually paint markers. They’re called Posca Pens and are basically acrylic paint in a pen. They work well and rarely bleed through. My second favorite no-bleed pens for Bible journaling are gel pens. The gel allows them to stay on top of the page rather than soak into the page. However, I have had them bleed through the page.

Bible Journaling with No-Bleed Pens

Here are a few of the examples of Bible journaling with no-bleed pens.

Job 21:2

“Keep listening to my words, and let this be your comfort.

Bible Journaling with No-Bleed Pens

Job 21:2

Job 19:26

And after my skin has been thus destroyed, yet in my flesh I shall see God.

 

Job 19:26

Job 19:26

 

Acts 18:9-10

And the Lord said to Paul one night in a vision, “Do not be afraid, but go on speaking and do not be silent, for I am with you, and no one will attack you to harm you, for I have many in this city who are my people.”

Acts 18:9-10

Acts 18:9-10

Acts 7:48-50

“‘Heaven is my throne, and the earth is my footstool. What kind of house will you build for me, says the Lord, or what is the place of my rest? Did not my hand make all these things?’

Acts 7.48-50

Acts 7:48-50

Matthew 25:31

“When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, then he will sit on his glorious throne.

Matthew 25.31

Matthew 25:31

Matthew 16:26

For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul? Or what shall a man give in return for his soul?

Matthew 16.26

Matthew 16:26

The decision to use Pilot Frixion pens in your Bible is yours to make. I think that I’ll skip them and pass the pens onto my kids. Perhaps they’ll find creative uses for them beside passing notes in class. Hopefully not in their planner since we’re in Arizona and it gets hot here. We don’t want them to miss any appointments due to dissapearing ink! What are other uses for these pens? I’d love to know in the comments below!

Bible Journaling with No-Bleed Pens and Markers

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Bible Journaling Quick Kit – Creating Beautiful Layered Looks in Minutes

The Bible journaling quick kit is our latest digital download that’s designed to help you create a beautiful layered look in just minutes.Bible journaling quick kit

Bible Journaling Quick Kit Tutorial

To get started using quick kits, you need our kits and access to a printer. If you don’t have a printer, you can also go to any print shop and have them print them out for you.

If you’re concerned about printer ink, just print the page you want or sign up for HP Instant Ink. Here’s my referral link to learn more.  I LOVE THIS PROGRAM!!! I’m on the 300 pages per month for $9.99 deal, but they have plans starting at $2.99! Apparently, by being in this program I save $672 per year in printer ink. Wow. I believe that number is accurate, but even if it’s 50% overinflated, I’m still saving over $300 per year.

Supplies Needed

  • My Cup OverflowsQuick Kit – Click here to purchase.
  • Copy paper
  • Printer
  • Scissors and glue or…
  • Die cut machine – Click here to learn how to use the Cricut, Silhouette, or Brother machines to make stickers.

Bible Journaling Quick Kit Video Tutorial

To assemble the kit, print it out and cut it. Then layer the red piece over the black piece using glue or sticker sheets. Finish it up with layering the banners, rivets, and cup. Here’s a quick video showing the process.

I love how these kits take the guesswork out of art and remind me of my scrapbooking and cardmaking days. Of course, I still make cards. The top rectangle can be used as a bookmark if you don’t use it when you assemble the kit. Just adhere it to a piece of cardstock, punch a hole at the top, and add some ribbon.

I’d love to know what you think of the new kits! Will you be trying them out in your Bible this month? Let me know in the comments below!

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