LIFE TAPESTRY - PROSE

Write a Spiritual Life History describing how God has worked in your life up to this point.  Section I is a list of possible topics about which to write. If it is hard to get started on these topics, Section II is a worksheet with specific questions or prompts.

Using the topics or the worksheet, begin writing on the listed areas. You can organize your Spiritual Life History however you choose - such as chronologically, topically, or a collection of stories describing key life events, markers, and relationships.

Take the time to work through everything God has begun, accomplished, brought about, and inspired in your life.  Suggested initial length for your Life Tapestry is 25-40 pages. But tailor the length to your own style and personality. When you finish, allow your mentor or spiritual director to read it and to process your life experience with you. 

SECTION I - TOPICS

1. Describe how you came to faith in God and ways in which your faith has grown.

2. Write about key events and experiences in your spiritual development. Think about some of the “markers” in your spiritual life.

3. Describe ways in which you have seen God work in your life. What areas of ministry or service have you worked in?

4. Tell how you have pursued relationship with the Lord. On what occasions did He touch your heart or your life?

5. Describe gifts which God has given you and how you have ministered using those gifts.

6. Write about areas in which you have struggled and what you have learned from those struggles.

7. Are there any patterns that have occurred through your walk with the Lord?

SECTION II - MY EXPERIENCES

Describe 3 times in your life (events or seasons) that were the most fun that you have ever had.

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Describe 3 times that you felt the Lord communicate with you – such as an inspiration, a revelation given to you, a gentle nudge, or a kick in the pants.

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Write 3 things that happened to you (events, conversations, spiritual experiences, etc.) that have shaped and impacted your life the most.

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Who are the people that have influenced your spiritual walk the most? Describe why and how they influenced you.

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Describe 3 areas of strength in your life. These can be spiritual gifts or positive personality traits.

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Describe 3 things in your life that you are passionate about (but DON’T describe a relationship such as family, spouse, or friend). Why are they important to you?

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Describe 3 times in your life that you struggled with something – something that was hard to overcome. It can be a challenge, a tragedy, a mistake, a hurt, or something else.

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