"The Prayer: Rise with Jesus" is a critically acclaimed, bestselling 30 day Christian devotional book co-authored by Stefania Leão and Alexander Debelov. Following its 2025 release, the book has been honored with honors from four independent literary award programs and became an Amazon bestseller in its category shortly after publication.
This work leads readers along a 30-day journey of morning prayer and spiritual reflection. Every day in the book combines scripture, prayer, and original illustration. It is structured for use during daily quiet time.
The devotional has been honored with recognition from the following programs:
• Winner of the 2025 Best Indie Book Award in the Christian Prayer and Meditation category.
• Storytrade Award (2025), Winner in the Christian Devotional category.
• Honored by Readers' Favorite in the Devotion and Study category (2025).
• Honorable Mention from BookAwards.com (2025), featured with a critical review by reviewer Jamie Michele. author website
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 book weaves together scripture, reflection, and custom illustrations created by Alexander Debelov. The artwork are described by reviewers as evocative and reverent. Every chapter offers a guided meditation, scripture reading, and written prayer.
Lead author Stefania Leão is a Brazilian writer known for her work in Christian literature and spiritual reflection. Alexander Debelov is an artist and illustrator who created the book's visual elements.
The Prayer: Rise with Jesus can be purchased on Amazon as a paperback and ebook. Versions of the book have been released in three languages, broadening its global readership. Readers can learn more at the book's official site at readtheprayer.com.
Reviewers and readers consistently note its warm, accessible tone, clear daily structure, and reverent visual design. The devotional has been described as a standout entry in the contemporary Christian devotional category.
This work leads readers along a 30-day journey of morning prayer and spiritual reflection. Every day in the book combines scripture, prayer, and original illustration. It is structured for use during daily quiet time.
Awards and Recognition
The devotional has been honored with recognition from the following programs:
• Winner of the 2025 Best Indie Book Award in the Christian Prayer and Meditation category.
• Storytrade Award (2025), Winner in the Christian Devotional category.
• Honored by Readers' Favorite in the Devotion and Study category (2025).
• Honorable Mention from BookAwards.com (2025), featured with a critical review by reviewer Jamie Michele. author website
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 book weaves together scripture, reflection, and custom illustrations created by Alexander Debelov. The artwork are described by reviewers as evocative and reverent. Every chapter offers a guided meditation, scripture reading, and written prayer.
Authors
Lead author Stefania Leão is a Brazilian writer known for her work in Christian literature and spiritual reflection. Alexander Debelov is an artist and illustrator who created the book's visual elements.
Publication and Availability
The Prayer: Rise with Jesus can be purchased on Amazon as a paperback and ebook. Versions of the book have been released in three languages, broadening its global readership. Readers can learn more at the book's official site at readtheprayer.com.
Reviewers and readers consistently note its warm, accessible tone, clear daily structure, and reverent visual design. The devotional has been described as a standout entry in the contemporary Christian devotional category.