How to Organize A Prayer Journal

June 6, 2025

Written by Jacqueline Brown

June 6, 2025

Written by Jacqueline Brown

Have you ever told someone, “I’ll pray for you,” and then completely forgot?

It happens to so many of us. Not because we don’t care, but because life gets full. Between taking care of the kids, work, chores, and everything in between, it’s easy for things to slip through the cracks. Even our prayers.

But here’s the good news. Prayer doesn’t have to feel scattered or rushed. With a little bit of intention, you can keep track of your prayer requests in a way that helps you stay focused, feel more connected to God, and remember the people you said you’d pray for.

In this blogpost, we are going to show you simple ways to organize your prayer requests using a journal. And if you’ve never used a prayer journal before, don’t worry. We will walk you through it step by step. Let’s get started.

Why a Prayer Journal Works for Busy Moms

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Let’s be honest. As moms, our minds are full. From school runs to grocery lists to bedtime routines, it can feel like there’s no room left to think, let alone remember who asked us to pray for them last week.

That’s where a prayer journal comes in. It gives you one peaceful place to pour everything out and connect with God. Here’s why it works so well, especially for moms like us:

1. It keeps everything in one place

Instead of trying to remember every prayer request in your head or jotting things down on random pieces of paper, a prayer journal gathers it all together. You can do a full brain dump and write out your prayers, thoughts, and even your struggles.

The Premier Glory Journal is designed with this in mind. It gives you enough space to write freely while still keeping things organized. No more scattered notes or forgotten prayers.

2. It helps you stay focused while praying

Ever sat down to pray and your mind started wandering to laundry or what’s for dinner? You’re not alone. Writing your prayers helps you stay focused. It gives you a guide so your mind doesn’t drift.

With the Premier Glory Journal, you get to organize your prayer request in a way that helps you slow down and really think about what you’re praying for. It turns prayer time into quiet, personal time with God.

3. It helps you see how God is working

Sometimes we pray and move on, but forget to look back. A prayer journal lets you track your prayer life and notice patterns. You’ll start seeing the little ways God is moving, even when it takes time.

You can write updates, note when prayers are answered, and even record how your faith is growing over time.

4. It creates a legacy for your children

One day, your journal could become something your children read. Imagine them flipping through the pages and seeing how you prayed for them, trusted God, and walked through different seasons of life.

The Premier Glory Journal is made with that kind of legacy in mind. It’s not just for you today. It’s something that can bless your family tomorrow.

5. It reminds you that God answers prayer

Sometimes we forget how faithful God has been. But when you write your requests and later see them answered, it builds your faith.

Your journal becomes proof. Like spiritual “receipts” that show you how far you’ve come and how good God has been.

What You Need to Get Started (Our Favorite Tools Included)

Getting started with prayer journaling doesn’t have to be hard or expensive. You don’t need a fancy setup. Just a few thoughtful tools can help you turn your quiet time into something consistent and meaningful.

Here’s what we recommend:

1. The Premier Glory Prayer Journal

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This is your main tool. If you’re a busy mom who wants to stay organized without feeling overwhelmed, this journal is for you.

You can create labeled sections to help you keep track of personal prayers, family, friends, church, and even answered prayers. You won’t have to guess where to write anything. It also includes Scripture verses to keep you encouraged while you write.

There’s plenty of space for your thoughts, your prayer lists, and even short notes about how God is working in your life. It’s simple, but powerful. And it’s made with love, just for women like you.

2. The Glory Prayer Box

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The Glory Prayer Box helps you create a moment with God, not just a task. When you open it, it signals to your heart that it’s time to pause, reflect, and pray.

Some moms like to add in little reminders, like a photo, a small cross, or a note from a loved one. You can even keep thank-you cards or answered prayer slips in there.

5 Simple Sections to Include in Your Prayer Request Journal

Now that you’re ready to start journaling your prayers, you might be wondering, “What exactly should I write down?”

Don’t worry. You don’t need to figure it all out on your own. Let’s go through them together:

1. Personal Prayer Requests

This is where you talk to God about you. Your heart, your struggles, your habits, and your spiritual growth.

Think of it like journaling your honest thoughts, but turning them into prayers.

Example:

“Lord, help me respond with patience during homeschool time.”

“Teach me to spend more time in your Word each morning.”

This section helps you stay in tune with what you need spiritually. Our Journal gives you plenty of space to write these out clearly and honestly.

2. Family & Friends

Here’s where you can pray for your children, your spouse, your siblings, your best friends — anyone close to your heart.

You can write one name per page or keep a weekly list. Some moms like to write down one or two requests for each child, then check in every few weeks to see how things are going. Infact, you can even encourage your kids to share their requests and write them down here.

3. Church & Community

This section is all about praying for the people around you — your pastor, small group, school staff, or even your neighbor down the street.

You can include requests like:

“Pray for Pastor James as he prepares this Sunday’s message.”

“Lift up our local school during exam season.”

Don’t forget to add dates and updates so you can look back and see how God moved. The journal has enough room to keep track of both.

4. Global and Nation Requests

It’s easy to get caught up in just our own world, but God calls us to pray for the world too.

Use this space to pray for:

Missionaries serving overseas
World events like disasters or wars
Revival in different countries
Leaders in your nation

This section also helps you teach your kids how to pray for people beyond their home, school, or church.

5. Answered Prayers and Praise Reports

This is one of the most encouraging parts of the journal. When you look back and see that a prayer was answered, write it down and mark the date. Even if the answer came in an unexpected way, it’s worth recording.

You can also write short praise reports:

“We’ve been praying for peace in our home, and this week felt so calm.”
“God opened a job opportunity we weren’t expecting.”

Seeing God’s faithfulness written in your own handwriting will strengthen your faith — especially on tough days when you need a reminder. You can create a space for this in your journal so you don’t just ask — you also remember and celebrate.

How to Log Prayer Requests (Without Getting Overwhelmed)

Let’s be real — sometimes just the idea of writing down prayer requests can feel like another task on your never-ending list. But it doesn’t have to be hard or complicated.

With a few simple steps, you can track your prayer requests in a way that feels calm and doable, even on busy days.

Here’s how to get started:

1. Use a simple format

You don’t need to write a long paragraph every time. A quick and clear format works just fine. Something like this:

Name / Request / Date / Update / Answered?

Here’s an example:

Aunt Carol – Healing after surgery – April 10 – "Surgery went well!" – Still praying

You can use a new line for each person or request. There’s enough space in our journal to create this section

2. Choose how often you’ll update

Some moms like to check in daily, while others do it once a week — whatever works for your schedule is okay.

You don’t need to update everything at once. Just flipping through the pages, praying over a few names, and adding a note here and there is enough. The Premier Glory Journal is designed for flexible use, so you never feel behind.

3. Use symbols or highlights for urgent needs

If something feels heavy or time-sensitive, add a little star, underline it, or use a highlighter.

This helps you quickly spot what you want to focus on that day. For example, if your friend is going through a loss, you might star her name and check in on her prayers every morning.

4. Keep it open-ended

Sometimes a prayer request stays on your list for weeks or even months. That’s okay. Don’t pressure yourself to “close it out.” God works in His own time. Your job is simply to keep praying and trusting. The Premier Glory Journal has plenty of space, so you’re not limited — you can keep the same prayer going for as long as you need.

The key is not perfection. The key is consistency. Even just writing one or two requests a day is a beautiful act of faith. And with the Premier Glory Journal, you’ve already got the perfect place to write them all down.

Tips to Stay Consistent

Starting your prayer journal is one thing. Sticking with it? That can be a little harder — especially when you’re juggling motherhood, home, and everything in between. But a few small changes can help you stay consistent and make prayer journaling a regular part of your life.

Here are a few ideas to help:

1. Set a specific “Prayer + Journal” time

Pick a time that works best for you. Maybe it’s early in the morning before the house wakes up. Maybe it’s during nap time. Or even right before bed. There’s no perfect time — just a time that fits your rhythm. Even 5–10 minutes can make a big difference. When you use your Premier Glory Journal, everything’s already set up, so you won’t waste time figuring out what to write. You just open it, pray, and pour out your heart.

2. Keep your journal in your Glory Box or by your bedside

One simple way to build the habit is to keep your journal where you’ll see it. The Glory Prayer Box is perfect for this. It keeps your journal safe, and when you open it, it’s like a gentle reminder that it’s time to pause and pray. You can also keep your journal on your nightstand, so you can grab it before bed or first thing in the morning.

3. Add a simple prayer calendar

This is an easy way to bring structure to your week. Try something like:

Monday: Family
Tuesday: Friends
Wednesday: Church
Thursday: Community
Friday: Nation & World
Saturday: Personal growth
Sunday: Praise and thanksgiving

You don’t have to follow it perfectly, but it helps guide your focus each day. The Premier Glory Journal has enough space for you to follow a rhythm like this, or create one that fits your life.

4. Invite your kids to join you

Your journal doesn’t have to be just for you. Invite your children to sit with you, help write down prayer requests, or talk about what they’d like to pray for.

It’s a beautiful way to teach them about prayer and create special moments with God together. You can even keep their notes or drawings inside your Glory Prayer Box as little treasures to look back on.