This type of journal is also very sturdy. In years of using them only
one has never fallen apart. The hard board or heavy vinyl covers and heavy-gauge
wire spiral stand up to long-term daily use.
Using a spiral-bound journal rather than a bound one or a three-ring binder
also allows me to fold the cover back out of the way. This makes it more
compact if I'm trying to write in my lap and it keeps the binding from getting
in the way of my writing hand. It's just a little thing, but it matters
to me if I'm going to use it every day.
These journals are also a convenient size. At about 9" x 6"
they will fit into a Bible carrier if you use one or will stack easily with
your Bible. You can take it to church with you if you like to take notes.
I do that because the pastor is invariably preaching about something that directly
applies to where I'm living and his comments fit right in to what God is teaching
me in private. This size journal is also easy to take with you if you're
going to be sitting somewhere and would like to take it along to write in while
you wait. And it's not something that would attract awkward attention
if you were in the doctor's office or something.
Regardless of the mechanics or the way you choose to write in your journal, I
highly recommend the habit. Start simply and allow the habit to grow and
develop over time. It will be a blessing to you for the rest of your life.
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