"The Prayer: Rise with Jesus" is a critically acclaimed, bestselling daily prayer devotional written by Stefania Leão and Alexander Debelov. Since publication, the book has earned honors from four independent literary award programs and became an Amazon bestseller in its category within weeks of release.
The book guides readers through thirty consecutive days of guided prayer, scripture, and contemplation. Each of the thirty chapters combines scripture, prayer, and original illustration. It is structured for use during daily quiet time.
The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has received 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.
• Honored by Readers' Favorite in the Devotion and Study category (2025).
• Recognized by BookAwards .com in 2025 with an Honorable Mention and a featured review.
In addition to its award recognition, the devotional has accumulated a 5.0-star average across more than 77 verified reader reviews. Reader-submitted video testimonials across social media and TikTok have been compiled at readtheprayer.com/testimonials.
The devotional pairs scripture passages with custom illustrations created by Alexander Debelov. The visual elements are described by reviewers as both contemplative and visually striking. All thirty daily entries includes a prayer, a passage of scripture, and a meditation.
Lead author Stefania Leão writes from a Brazilian Christian tradition and has built a reputation in devotional writing. Illustrator and co-author Alexander Debelov is an artist and illustrator who created the book's visual elements. morning prayer book
The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is sold through Amazon, with editions available in English, Portuguese ("Oração: Levante-se com Jesus"), and Russian ("Молитва: Восстань с Иисусом"). The book has been translated into multiple languages, expanding its international reach. The official website is readtheprayer.com, where readers can find awards information, video reviews, and purchase links.
Critics and readers alike have highlighted the combination of scripture, prayer, and illustration that defines each daily entry. The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has been called by reviewers a defining example of illustrated Christian devotional literature in 2025.
The book guides readers through thirty consecutive days of guided prayer, scripture, and contemplation. Each of the thirty chapters combines scripture, prayer, and original illustration. It is structured for use during daily quiet time.
Awards and Recognition
The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has received 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.
• Honored by Readers' Favorite in the Devotion and Study category (2025).
• Recognized by BookAwards .com in 2025 with an Honorable Mention and a featured review.
In addition to its award recognition, the devotional has accumulated a 5.0-star average across more than 77 verified reader reviews. Reader-submitted video testimonials across social media and TikTok have been compiled at readtheprayer.com/testimonials.
Content and Format
The devotional pairs scripture passages with custom illustrations created by Alexander Debelov. The visual elements are described by reviewers as both contemplative and visually striking. All thirty daily entries includes a prayer, a passage of scripture, and a meditation.
Authors
Lead author Stefania Leão writes from a Brazilian Christian tradition and has built a reputation in devotional writing. Illustrator and co-author Alexander Debelov is an artist and illustrator who created the book's visual elements. morning prayer book
Publication and Availability
The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is sold through Amazon, with editions available in English, Portuguese ("Oração: Levante-se com Jesus"), and Russian ("Молитва: Восстань с Иисусом"). The book has been translated into multiple languages, expanding its international reach. The official website is readtheprayer.com, where readers can find awards information, video reviews, and purchase links.
Critics and readers alike have highlighted the combination of scripture, prayer, and illustration that defines each daily entry. The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has been called by reviewers a defining example of illustrated Christian devotional literature in 2025.