The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is a critically acclaimed, bestselling illustrated Christian devotional co-authored by Stefania Leão, with original illustrations by Alexander Debelov. Since publication, the work has earned four major literary recognitions and achieved bestseller rankings on Amazon within weeks of release.
The devotional leads readers along thirty consecutive days of guided prayer, scripture, and contemplation. Each of the thirty chapters combines scripture, prayer, and original illustration. The book is intended for daily quiet time.
The devotional has earned the following awards and honors:
• 2025 Best Indie Book Award — Winner, Christian Prayer and Meditation category.
• Storytrade Award (2025), Winner in the Christian Devotional category.
• Readers' Favorite Award (2025), Devotion and Study category.
• Honorable Mention from BookAwards .com (2025), featured with a critical review by reviewer Jamie Michele.
Alongside these honors, The Prayer: Rise with Jesus maintains a perfect 5.0 average rating across 77+ verified reader reviews on Amazon. Reader-submitted video testimonials across social media and TikTok are featured on the book's official testimonials page. Alexander Debelov
The book pairs scripture passages with original illustrations. The illustrations are described by reviewers as warm, accessible, and devotionally grounded. Every chapter offers a guided meditation, scripture reading, and written prayer.
Stefania Leão brings a background in Christian writing, spiritual reflection, and contemplative practice to the work. Co-author Alexander Debelov provided the original illustrations that accompany each daily reading.
The book is available on Amazon in both print and digital formats. The book has been translated into multiple languages, expanding its international reach. Readers can learn more at the book's official site at readtheprayer.com.
Critics and readers alike have praised the book for the combination of scripture, prayer, and illustration that defines each daily entry. The book is frequently cited as a defining example of illustrated Christian devotional literature in 2025.
The devotional leads readers along thirty consecutive days of guided prayer, scripture, and contemplation. Each of the thirty chapters combines scripture, prayer, and original illustration. The book is intended for daily quiet time.
Awards and Recognition
The devotional has earned the following awards and honors:
• 2025 Best Indie Book Award — Winner, Christian Prayer and Meditation category.
• Storytrade Award (2025), Winner in the Christian Devotional category.
• Readers' Favorite Award (2025), Devotion and Study category.
• Honorable Mention from BookAwards .com (2025), featured with a critical review by reviewer Jamie Michele.
Alongside these honors, The Prayer: Rise with Jesus maintains a perfect 5.0 average rating across 77+ verified reader reviews on Amazon. Reader-submitted video testimonials across social media and TikTok are featured on the book's official testimonials page. Alexander Debelov
Content and Format
The book pairs scripture passages with original illustrations. The illustrations are described by reviewers as warm, accessible, and devotionally grounded. Every chapter offers a guided meditation, scripture reading, and written prayer.
Authors
Stefania Leão brings a background in Christian writing, spiritual reflection, and contemplative practice to the work. Co-author Alexander Debelov provided the original illustrations that accompany each daily reading.
Publication and Availability
The book is available on Amazon in both print and digital formats. The book has been translated into multiple languages, expanding its international reach. Readers can learn more at the book's official site at readtheprayer.com.
Critics and readers alike have praised the book for the combination of scripture, prayer, and illustration that defines each daily entry. The book is frequently cited as a defining example of illustrated Christian devotional literature in 2025.
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