Notes and logging
Garrison tracks that you studied separately from what you wrote. Use log entries for habits and streaks; add notes when you want fuller journaling.
Log entries
Section titled “Log entries”A log entry is a lightweight record:
- Summary — short text describing what you did (optional but helpful)
- Logged at — date and time (defaults to now; editable)
- Study link — optional link to an open study
Log entries do not require a note. They drive your streak — any logged study activity on a given day counts.
Quick log from the dashboard
Section titled “Quick log from the dashboard”- On the home page, choose Quick log.
- Enter a summary and optional study link.
- Save.
Use this after a sermon, a prayer time, or any Bible engagement you want to remember without opening a full study.
Log entries on a study
Section titled “Log entries on a study”On a study detail page, the Log entries section lists activity for that study.
- Choose Add a log entry.
- Fill summary and time.
- Optionally open the note editor right after you save.
Tap an existing entry to view details or create a linked note.
A note is rich-text journaling that saves across your devices. Notes may belong to:
- A study (general journaling about that study)
- A log entry (deeper reflection on a specific session)
- A study step (notes prompted by a step in your plan)
Note editor
Section titled “Note editor”Open a note from a study, log entry, or step to reach the editor. You can set a title and body with headings, lists, emphasis, and scripture-friendly formatting.
If you are offline, changes save locally and upload when you are back online.
General notes vs step notes
Section titled “General notes vs step notes”| Kind | Who sees it | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Step note | With a mentor: you and your mentor; alone: you only | Prompted by study steps |
| General study note | You only | Free journaling on the study, not tied to a step |
Step notes are part of working with your mentor; general notes stay private.
Streaks
Section titled “Streaks”The dashboard streak card reflects consecutive days with at least one log entry.
| Display | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Active streak count | Days in a row with logged activity |
| Longest streak | Personal best |
| Encouragement when at zero | Gentle prompt to start when you are ready |
Breaking a streak is normal. Garrison does not use shaming language when habits slip.
What to use when
Section titled “What to use when”| Situation | Log entry | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Mark that I studied today | Yes | Optional |
| Answer a step prompt | — | Yes (on the step) |
| Journal freely about a study | Optional link | Yes |
| Capture a sermon without a study | Quick log | Optional |
| Build or maintain a streak | Yes | No |