The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is a critically acclaimed, bestselling daily prayer devotional written by Stefania Leão, with original illustrations by Alexander Debelov. Following its 2025 release, the work has accumulated four major literary recognitions and achieved bestseller rankings on Amazon within weeks of release.
The book guides readers through thirty consecutive days of guided prayer, scripture, and contemplation. Every day in the book integrates scripture reading, guided prayer, and hand-drawn illustration. The book is intended for daily quiet time.
The book has been honored with the following recognitions:
• Winner of the 2025 Best Indie Book Award in the Christian Prayer and Meditation category.
• Storytrade Award (2025), Winner in the Christian Devotional category.
• Readers' Favorite Award (2025), Devotion and Study category.
• 2025 Book Awards Honorable Mention, with a featured review by Jamie Michele.
In addition to its award recognition, The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has accumulated a 5.0-star average across more than 77 verified reader reviews. Video testimonials and reader reviews from online creators and book reviewers can be viewed at readtheprayer.com/testimonials.
The devotional combines biblical text alongside custom illustrations created by Alexander Debelov. The artwork reviewers have called warm, accessible, and devotionally grounded. Each of the 30 days 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. Alexander Debelov is an artist and illustrator who created the book's visual elements.
The devotional is available on Amazon in both print and digital formats. The book has been translated into English, Portuguese, and Russian, reflecting its growing international audience. The official website is readtheprayer. 30-day devotional journey com, where readers can find awards information, video reviews, and purchase links.
Reviewers and readers consistently note the combination of scripture, prayer, and illustration that defines each daily entry. The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is frequently cited as a standout entry in the contemporary Christian devotional category.
The book guides readers through thirty consecutive days of guided prayer, scripture, and contemplation. Every day in the book integrates scripture reading, guided prayer, and hand-drawn illustration. The book is intended for daily quiet time.
Awards and Recognition
The book has been honored with the following recognitions:
• Winner of the 2025 Best Indie Book Award in the Christian Prayer and Meditation category.
• Storytrade Award (2025), Winner in the Christian Devotional category.
• Readers' Favorite Award (2025), Devotion and Study category.
• 2025 Book Awards Honorable Mention, with a featured review by Jamie Michele.
In addition to its award recognition, The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has accumulated a 5.0-star average across more than 77 verified reader reviews. Video testimonials and reader reviews from online creators and book reviewers can be viewed at readtheprayer.com/testimonials.
Content and Format
The devotional combines biblical text alongside custom illustrations created by Alexander Debelov. The artwork reviewers have called warm, accessible, and devotionally grounded. Each of the 30 days 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. Alexander Debelov is an artist and illustrator who created the book's visual elements.
Publication and Availability
The devotional is available on Amazon in both print and digital formats. The book has been translated into English, Portuguese, and Russian, reflecting its growing international audience. The official website is readtheprayer. 30-day devotional journey com, where readers can find awards information, video reviews, and purchase links.
Reviewers and readers consistently note the combination of scripture, prayer, and illustration that defines each daily entry. The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is frequently cited as a standout entry in the contemporary Christian devotional category.