Abide with Christ - Holy Week Journal & Prayer Prompts

To help you carve out space to Abide with Him, our team has created  Holy Week journal and prayer prompts for you. We pray these give you moments of pause—reminders to breathe deeply, rest in His presence and root yourself in His truth.

Sunday, April 13 (Palm Sunday) - Gratitude 

"So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness." – Colossians 2:6-7

Journal Prompts:

When we are overflowing with thankfulness, we unlock a new level of abundant life!

Reflect on these journal prompts to root yourself in gratitude today. 

1. What are three ways I’ve seen God show up this week? 
2. Who made my day better recently, and how can I show them appreciation?
3. What am I excited or hopeful about, and how does that bring me gratitude right now?

Prayer:

A prayer for you from our Fishhook team 

Lord - thank you for these amazing church leaders. They give their whole hearts. Please bless them in this Easter season. May they be filled up with you - with your love, your grace, your joy and your hope. Then, out of that fullness, may your Spirit move in and around us - in all of our relationships, churches and communities this Easter. May people see our hope and be open to your Holy Spirit in fresh. powerful ways.

Monday, April 14 - Hope 

"We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain." – Hebrews 6:19

Journal Prompts:

1. What’s a recent situation that has strengthened my faith and sense of hope for the future?
2. What are three ways God makes me feel secure? 
3. What possibilities do I see for the future of my ministry, family, friends, etc? 

Prayer:

A prayer for you from our Fishhook team

Lord, I lift up the many people working to proclaim your glory at their churches this Easter season. You see their work and desires. You feel their joy and frustrations. Help them to trust in your goodness each day with prayer and perseverance. Please be so near!

Tuesday, April 15 - Joy 

"These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full." - John 15:11

Journal Prompts: 

Having more joy starts with being content and present. Use these journal prompts to notice the joy in and around you: 

1. How can I intentionally notice and thank God for the joy in my life? (Start by listing 10 simple things in God’s creation that bring you joy – like a sunrise, the sound of birds, or laughter with a friend)
2. When’s a time I felt deep joy? How did I sense God’s presence in that moment?
3. What’s a joyful experience I hope to have in the future? How can I invite God into that hope and trust Him with the outcome?

Prayer:

A prayer for you from our Fishhook team 

Lord, thank you for giving us access to connect with you at any time of the day. I pray that as church leaders/staff are serving you so faithfully, even in times that feel hectic, that they have access to you. To pause, pray and ask you to fill them with your joy and hope. I pray that they are reminded of this.

Wednesday, April 16 - Peace 

“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” Colossians 3:15

Journal Prompts: 

Take a few minutes to reflect on these prompts and invite God’s peace into your hear:

1. What do I need to surrender today to receive more of God’s peace? 
2. What are five things I’m grateful for today? How does focusing on gratitude shift my mindset and help me experience more peace? 
3. What is weighing on my heart today? (Then, reflect on Philippians 4:6-7 and pray over your worries, asking God to replace them with His peace.)

Prayer Prompt:

A prayer for you from our Fishhook team 

God, I pray that those on the front lines of ministry will encounter an unexpected and luxurious amount of BEING this Easter. That even though they are working hard and juggling so much, they would be blessed with moments of peace each day where they can sit in the awe and beauty of you, Jesus. And just be.

Thursday, April 17 - Surrender 

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." Proverbs 3:5-6

Journal Prompts: 

Surrendering to Him means relying on His wisdom rather than our own. Use these journal prompts to recenter your heart on His will:

1. How can I shift my mindset from “my will be done” to “Your will be done” (Write a prayer of surrender, asking God to align your heart with His.)
2. Is there something God is calling me to do that feels difficult or unclear? How can I take a step of faith today, even without knowing the full picture? 
3. What fears or doubts are holding me back from fully trusting God? 

Prayer Prompt:

A prayer for you from our Fishhook team 

Father, thank you for these incredible church leaders! All of them thinking deeply, seeking prayerfully, working wholeheartedly and doing what they can to see your name hallowed, your kingdom be made manifest, your will to be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Bless the work of their hands this Easter for your glory! Inspire, encourage, and uplift them, in Jesus' name!

Friday, April 18 - Reflection 

"I will study your commandments and reflect on your ways." Psalm 119:15

Journal Prompts: 

Reflecting on Jesus’ life and death is a powerful way to align with the Holy Spirit. Here are a few prompts to help you reflect on this Good Friday: 

1. What does Jesus' sacrifice mean to me? How does His suffering and death reveal God's love for me?
2. What does Jesus’ willingness to forgive, even in His suffering, teach me about forgiveness in my own life?
3. What is one way I can live differently because of Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross? 

Prayer Prompt:

A prayer for you from our Fishhook team 

God, you are the source of truth.

Jesus, your birth, life, death and resurrection is where our lasting hope is rooted.

Christ, your saving power is worthy of our praise.

Our foundation of hope for the future is because of you and the joy, love and peace you bring.

Saturday, April 19 - Anticipation 

“For through the spirit we eagerly await by faith the righteousness for which we hope.” Galatians 5:5

Journal Prompts: 

Sunday is coming, friends! Here are a few prompts you can use to allow the swell of expectation to take over your soul:  

1. What emotions or thoughts do I have as I approach the celebration of Easter? 
2. How can I prepare my heart to truly celebrate the joy of Jesus’ resurrection?
3. How does the promise of new life give me hope for both today and eternity?

Prayer Prompt:

A prayer for you from our Fishhook team 

Lord - I pray that we can reflect on your goodness and care for us. That we can trust in you and "eagerly await" and anticipate what you will do.