Psalm 56 Journal Starter

Write about a time when you were trapped or felt trapped by your enemies. Your enemy might have been a person, illness, a difficult situation, or a temptation. What was that like? What happened? How did you respond?

Have you ever felt like a person (maybe even a family member) was constantly trying to harm you? Have you ever felt like you were constantly fighting off a certain temptation or the discouragement of mental/physical suffering? Write to God about what that was like. Ask God to help you see where He was during this situation. 

How does knowing that God sees your pain and tears change the way you view God when you are being attacked?

Write and/or pray about any fear you are experiencing right now. If you want to put your trust in God, tell Him that. Ask Him to help you let go of your fear and cling to Him. This can be a process, but the Spirit will help you!

If there is a person, illness, or situation you are afraid of, write down what he/it CAN do to you.
Next, write down what he/it CAN NOT do to you.
What does he/it NOT have power over?

What are the realities of your physical/relational/emotional safety? Are there any situations God might be asking you to leave or relationships He is asking to think differently about?

Where do your security and safety come from?

Do you believe you are spiritually safe? Why or why not?

What difference does it make that you can be spiritually safe in all circumstances?

Write about how God has delivered you and how God has made it possible for you to walk in the light of life. Write down what you are grateful for today!