Christian Monthly Journal Prompts for September: Committing Your Way to the Lord

30 Christian journal prompts for September to help you commit your way to the Lord, trust Him in transitions, and keep Him first in daily life.

September often feels like a month of shifting gears. Summer slows down, school routines begin, and fall activities fill our calendars.

It’s easy to get swept up in organizing, prioritizing, and keeping track of all the things.

Psalm 37:5 reminds us: “Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act.” (ESV)

This month, these prompts invite you to pause in the middle of it all – to invite the Lord into your plans, your schedule, your responsibilities, and even your everyday moments. As you write, ask Him to help you balance intentional living with open-handed trust.

September Daily Journal Prompts

September 1

“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act.” – Psalm 37:5 (ESV)
What would it look like for me to commit this month fully to the Lord in my plans, responsibilities, and relationships?

September 2

“The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.” – Proverbs 16:9 (ESV)
Where do I need to loosen my grip and let God guide my steps instead of forcing my own way?

September 3

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.” – Proverbs 3:5 (ESV)
What area of my life right now am I most tempted to lean on my own understanding right now?

September 4

“But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” – Matthew 6:33 (ESV)
How can I keep God first in my schedule this week, even in the middle of busyness?

September 5

“Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him.” – Psalm 37:7 (ESV)
Take a few minutes right now to sit in stillness, just waiting. Afterwards, write down anything that came to mind.

September 6

“Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you.” – Psalm 55:22 (ESV)
What burden am I carrying right now that I need to place into God’s hands?

September 7

“For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.” – Ecclesiastes 3:1 (ESV)
How can I embrace the season I’m in instead of rushing past it or wishing it away?

September 8

“So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” – 1 Corinthians 10:31 (ESV)
What ordinary task this week can I invite God into and do for His glory?

September 9

“As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” – Joshua 24:15 (ESV)
How can I help my home reflect God’s presence and love this month?

September 10

“And let us not grow weary of doing good.” – Galatians 6:9 (ESV)
Where am I feeling weary, and how might God be strengthening me to keep going?

September 11

“Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” – Galatians 6:2 (ESV)
Whose burden can I help carry this week with prayer, encouragement, or practical support?

September 12

“Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” – Psalm 37:4 (ESV)
What does it mean for me to truly delight in God in this season?

September 13

“And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:19 (ESV)
Where do I need to trust God to provide instead of worrying?

September 14

“So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” – Psalm 90:12 (ESV)
How can I use my time wisely this month in light of God’s priorities?

September 15

“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts.” – Colossians 3:15 (ESV)
What has been ruling my heart lately, peace or worry? How can I let Christ’s peace take the lead?

September 16

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.” – Philippians 4:6 (ESV)
What anxiety can I bring to God in prayer today, turning it over with thanksgiving?

September 17

“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” – Colossians 3:23 (ESV)
Check in on your work (professional, parenting, chores, ministry, etc). Am I working first for the Lord?

September 18

“The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.” – Exodus 14:14 (ESV)
Where am I trying to fight in my own strength instead of letting the Lord fight for me?

September 19

“Let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger.” – James 1:19 (ESV)
Who in my life needs me to listen well right now, practicing compassionate curiosity?

September 20

“For we walk by faith, not by sight.” – 2 Corinthians 5:7 (ESV)
Where is God calling me to trust Him beyond what I can see or understand?

September 21

“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.” – Philippians 4:4 (ESV)
What is one small thing I can rejoice in today, even if the day feels heavy?

September 22

“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28 (ESV)
What heavy load do I need to bring to Jesus for rest?

September 23

“You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.” – Isaiah 26:3 (ESV)
What helps me keep my mind stayed on the Lord when distractions try to take over?

September 24

“Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” – Matthew 5:16 (ESV)
What is one simple way I can let God’s light shine through me this week?

September 25

“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind.” – Romans 12:2 (ESV)
Where do I need a shift in thinking to align more closely with God’s truth?

September 26

“He who calls you is faithful; he will surely do it.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:24 (ESV)
Where do I need to lean on God’s faithfulness instead of my own strength?

September 27

“Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” – Ephesians 4:32 (ESV)
Who in my life might need a little more kindness, tenderness, or forgiveness from me right now?

September 28

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” – Psalm 23:1 (ESV)
How has the Lord shepherded me this month? Where have I seen His care?

September 29

“Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love.” – 1 Corinthians 16:13–14 (ESV)
How can I stand firm in my faith while also acting in love in my current season?

September 30

“Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.” – Proverbs 16:3 (ESV)
As I close this month, what work or plan do I want to freshly commit to the Lord moving into October?

A Blessing for September

May you step into this month with a heart both intentional and open – planning with wisdom, yet holding your days loosely before the Lord.

May the God who orders your steps steady you in the busyness, calm your anxious thoughts, and remind you often that His faithfulness does not falter.

May your ordinary tasks become offerings, your transitions become testimonies, and your commitments become opportunities to see His hand at work.

And may you find rest in knowing that when you commit your way to the Lord, He is faithful to act.