Quick and Easy Printed Paper Bible Journal

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How I Finally Found the Best Way to Print My Digital Bible Journal Pages

Here’s an example using a page from my Creation Era Class, Lesson 3: In His Image. It’s lovely and easy to share online—but now I can hold it in my hands, too.

Digital Bible journaling is a wonderful tool—it’s fast, flexible, and opens up a world of creativity at our fingertips. For many of us, it’s become the go-to way to express our faith visually. But let’s be honest—there’s still something special about holding your journal in your hands. The feel of the paper, the turning of pages, the quiet moments with a pen or glue stick. That’s why so many of us keep searching for an easier, more affordable way to bring our digital pages to life—on paper.

I’ve tried a dozen different ways to print my digital Bible journal pages, and none of them felt quite right… until now. If you’ve been frustrated or overwhelmed, I’ve got good news: this is the simplest, fastest, and cheapest way I’ve found to create a beautiful paper Bible journal—and it works.

My Easy, Affordable Bible Journal Solution

I discovered a beautiful rhythm using these simple kraft notebooks from Amazon:

I discovered a beautiful rhythm using these simple kraft notebooks from Amazon. At $20 for 24 books that's less than $1 a book. Kraft Notebooks 24 Pack, Blank Unlined, A5 Size (8.3 x 5.5 in) Each book has 60 white pages and a soft kraft cover—perfect for gluing in my printed digital journaling pages.

Why This Works So Well:

✅ No cardstock needed – Just use regular printer paper.
✅ Perfect fit – The 8.3 x 5.5 size fits beautifully on standard 8.5x11 sheets.
✅ Legible and spacious – The journaling is still large enough to read easily.
✅ Minimal supplies – All you need is a glue stick!

It’s lightweight, portable, and feels like a real book when finished. And I love how the pages lay mostly flat when opened, making it easy to flip through, reflect, and even journal on top of your layouts if you wish.

Want to Get Creative?

Once you’ve got the basics down, there’s room to grow!
Here are some creative options you can explore:

✂️ Add fold-outs or flaps for hidden journaling.
💌 Create pockets for scripture cards or prayers.
🌸 Layer your printed stickers and florals to give your pages depth and personality.
📎 Use paperclips or washi to attach tags and mementos.

How to Print and Assemble Your Digital Bible Journal Pages

1. Resize your digital pages to 8.3 x 5.5 inches.

🖥️ How to Resize in Canva:
- Open your design.
- Click "Resize" in the top-left (Canva Pro feature).
- Set dimensions to 8.3" wide x 5.5" high.
- Click "Resize" or "Copy & Resize".
- Rearrange elements if they shift.
🎨 How to Resize in Photoshop:
- Open your file.
- Go to Image > Image Size.
- Enter 8.3" width and 5.5" height, at 300 dpi.
- Click OK.
Save your pages for printing:
Use the file type that matches how you’ll print:
- 📄 PDF – Best for home printing or sending multiple pages to a print shop. Keeps everything sharp and properly sized.
- 🖼️ PNG – Best if you're printing single pages from your computer. High-quality and keeps text crisp.

2. Print and trim each page using a paper cutter.

3. Glue each page into your kraft notebook using a simple glue stick.
Press firmly and smooth it out—no special tools needed!

Printing Tip

I saved all my class Bible journal pages at 8.3" wide x 5.5" high.as PDFs. Then I combined all the pages into one PDF so I could print all pages at once. Using a cutter you can cut 4 pages at a time.

On a Mac:

Select all your PDF pages in Finder.
Right-click and choose "Quick Actions > Create PDF".
That’s it—your files are merged!

On Windows (No software):

Go to Adobe’s free online tool.
Upload your PDFs and click "Merge".
Download your combined file.

Using Adobe Acrobat (Pro):

Open Acrobat.
Go to File > Create > Combine Files into a Single PDF.
Add your files, arrange the order, and click "Combine".

Now you have one polished, print-ready file—perfect for uploading to a print shop or printing at home in one go!

Final Thoughts

There’s something deeply satisfying about holding your Bible journaling pages in your hands. These little kraft books make it easy to enjoy the creative and spiritual process without spending a fortune or getting stuck in perfectionism. It’s not just pretty paper—it’s a keepsake of your walk with God.

If you’ve been frustrated trying to print and assemble your Bible journals, give this a try. I think you’ll love it as much as I do.

I'll do a full flip through on my Youtube channel when I'm finished.