I have my new Notetaking Bible and Pigma Micron Markers in
hand. I read through the book of John
last week without taking any notes. In
the past, I’ve always used a pencil to take notes in my Bible, feeling like I
could rephrase, correct errors or even move a comment to make room for
something new. 
The idea of adding something “permanent” is a bit daunting. I think I feel pressure to be sure my notes
are meaningful, relevant, concise and helpful to an “older me” who reads them. I'm afraid to say that I believe that is a symptom of my notes/comments
NOT being Spirit-led.
I'm going to try to let
go of my perfectionist attitude and let the Spirit lead me as I read, making notes that are important to me, not overthinking and judging each comment as to its worthiness. I plan to date my notes so, if my “future self” decides to read them, I may be able to see how much I’ve learned and how far I've come. The second reading of John starts this week . . . . . looking forward to seeing what the week brings. 
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