In the next week you will be making resolutions for the next year. Some of you may resolve to spend more time with God and seek out a good devotional guide. I have been reading Jesus Lives by Sarah Young during the month on December. It is a wonderful little book of almost a half a year’s worth of thoughts based on scripture. Sarah Young has written very practical pieces that address everyday struggles for Christians. Each piece is written as if God is speaking directly to you about the ways He will guide you through those struggles. Along with a devotional piece there are three or four scriptures that further illustrate and support it. Each devotional piece has a theme and most of the themes are repeated throughout the book. You could go through this book in order or by theme if you desire.
I have read a number of devotional books. Some were sweet and tender thoughts about God. Some were written in very intellectual prose. Jesus Lives is tender in some places, but very really and challenging in others. I have been drawn back to reread some of the devotions over and over again. They have really made me think about my relationship with God and how I live my life. If you are looking to grow in your daily walk with God, this would be great book to use.
Here is a sample of one passage on trails: “…The best way to lay your problems down is: Bring them to Me. Unburden yourself by pouring your heart to Me, for I am your Refuge. As you release your woes to Me (even temporarily), your vision improves and you can see me more clearly. Linger with Me while My Light shines powerfully into your heart…”(taken from p. 12 of Jesus Lives)
I have really enjoyed spending time reading Jesus Lives this month and would love to pass on this special book to one of you.
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This giveaway begins December 27th and ends January 8th at 11:59 p.m. EST.
Melissa says
I would love to win this book to use during my quiet time. Thanks for the chance to win!
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I would use this for my quiet time.
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it would sit on my daughters desk, so that her day begins with a devotion
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Missa says
I would use this book to help me grow in my relationship with God.
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Heidi says
i would use this for my devotion time in the afternon while my husband is at work
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DarcyO says
I would add this book to my daily devotionals each morning. I have been reading Sarah Young’s “Jesus Calling” as one of my devotionals and it’s really good.
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I would love to read this devotional guide during my morning prayer time.
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Genny says
I’m going to give it to my best friend.
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I would use this for bible study that I have every week.
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I would use this for bible study for the youth group!
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beth says
I would love to win this to help me with my new years resolution.
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Leonard Family says
I would love to go through this devotional with my husband. He recently said he wants to have a family devotional time and this would be good to use.
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cowboyswife says
I would read a devotional every morning before leaving for work
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Stopping by from SITS! Thanks for visiting my blog! Would def use it for my quiet name. Looking for a new devo for the new year!
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I would love to win this for reading during my quiet times in the morning.
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Our family went thru a really rough time and I hope this book would assist in the healing process. jacksond@nhr3.net
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Diana D says
I plan to give this book to my neighbor. Thanks for the wonderful giveaway.
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GALENA says
read a bible a year and am always looking for more devotional material
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I NEED A NEW DEVOATIONAL BOOK FOR USE DURING MY QUIET TIME
Kim says
When I scrolled down to this post, I didn’t realize it was a giveaway. I just wanted to comment, thanks for the review. I have been reading through my devotional book for years and have been thinking about getting a new one (nothing’s replacing my Bible, however!).
Linda K says
I would share this with my daughter in law
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Anonymous says
I would use this book after my morning prayers.
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I would like to use this devotional personally with my husband
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I would like to use this myself to help me read the bible more
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Christina says
I would love to read this. I have another book by Sarah Young (Jesus Calling) and love her devotionals.
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I’d add this to my morning quiet time. And then I’d probably gift it to a family member when I was done.
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Chip says
I would use this to get through some hard times ahead. It’s only through my faith that I have been able to get through all that I have. I know every tool that I have helps me that much more.
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Denise says
I would like to have a new devotional book to add to one of my quick breaks. Thank you for this giveaway opportunity.
Coupon Teacher says
I would probably read it in the evenings and then pass this along to my mom.
rskmom says
I would love to be challenged by this – I would read it every morning!
Mary Lou says
This sounds like one to read and keep and re read or eventually pass on to someone dear to you or someone who needs to be confronted, or consoled as you have been by reading the book. Thanks for this opportunity.
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I would love to use this as part of my daily devotion time.
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dolphee says
This would start a devotion time which has gotten away from me since having kids.
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I have been looking for a new devotional book to add to my quiet time. This would be perfect!
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Candie L says
I would use this to increase my bible readings (this is one of the areas I am the weakest in regarding my Christian faith). Thank you
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Jeanine says
i did resolve to spend more time with the Lord this year. i would love this book to be part of it 🙂
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Angelia says
I love devotional insights to daily Christian living. I could use all the help I can get and it really is nice to read the Lord’s word.
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For my neighbor!
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Jenndiggy says
I’d use this when I don’t have something specific I want to read. Like the other night I was trying to remember which Psalms were written at Ein Gedi, so I looked that up and read those, but on a night I wouldn’t have something like that I’d be interested in, this would be great.
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Lu Ann says
This is something I would love to read everyday. To help me grow as a new Christian.
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I would use this devotional guide daily along with my Bible to grow in my spiritual journey in 2010. garrettsambo@aol.com
MAC Mom says
I would read the devotional in the morning before I start my day. My Bible study ended last month and the spring semester has yet to begin it would be nice to use this devotional in the meantime.
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This is something I would love to share with my husband 🙂
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I really need a new devotional book. It would start my year off right.
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I would give the book to my friend.