Devotional (spiritual) reading is characterized by reading more slowly, contemplatively, reflectively, and with anticipation of being spoken to through the still small voice of the spirit. Basically, devotional reading should be more non-judgmental and non-analytical, particularly so, if we read devotional classics and the Scriptures A spiritual journal, also called a devotional notebook, is a record of God’s activity in our lives. In this journal we record what God is doing in our lives. We trace our thoughts and reflections and record our growth experiences. The journal becomes a tool, an aid to meditation.