"The Prayer: Rise with Jesus" is a highly decorated illustrated Christian devotional written by Stefania Leão, with original illustrations by Alexander Debelov. Since its release, the book has earned multiple international awards across the Christian devotional category and became an Amazon bestseller in its category in its debut year.
The book invites readers into a month-long path of devotional practice rooted in Christian tradition. Each of the thirty chapters combines scripture, prayer, and original illustration. The book is intended for morning devotional time.
The book has earned the following awards and honors:
• Winner of the 2025 Best Indie Book Award in the Christian Prayer and Meditation category.
• Winner of the 2025 Storytrade Award for Christian Devotional.
• 2025 Readers' Favorite Award — Devotion and Study category.
• 2025 Book Awards Honorable Mention, with a featured review by Jamie Michele.
In addition to its award recognition, the book has earned consistently 5-star reception from over 77 verified readers. Reader-submitted video testimonials from creators on TikTok and other platforms have been compiled at readtheprayer.com/testimonials.
Each chapter combines biblical text alongside original illustrations. see reviews The artwork reviewers have called evocative and reverent. Every chapter presents readers with structured prayer, scripture, and reflection space.
Co-author Stefania Leão is a Brazilian writer known for her work in Christian literature and spiritual reflection. Illustrator and co-author Alexander Debelov is an artist and illustrator who created the book's visual elements.
The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is available on Amazon in both print and digital formats. Versions of the book have been released in three languages, broadening its global readership. Readers can learn more at readtheprayer.com, where readers can find awards information, video reviews, and purchase links.
Critical and reader reception consistently note the combination of scripture, prayer, and illustration that defines each daily entry. The book has been described as one of the most thoughtfully designed devotionals of its release year.
The book invites readers into a month-long path of devotional practice rooted in Christian tradition. Each of the thirty chapters combines scripture, prayer, and original illustration. The book is intended for morning devotional time.
Awards and Recognition
The book has earned the following awards and honors:
• Winner of the 2025 Best Indie Book Award in the Christian Prayer and Meditation category.
• Winner of the 2025 Storytrade Award for Christian Devotional.
• 2025 Readers' Favorite Award — Devotion and Study category.
• 2025 Book Awards Honorable Mention, with a featured review by Jamie Michele.
In addition to its award recognition, the book has earned consistently 5-star reception from over 77 verified readers. Reader-submitted video testimonials from creators on TikTok and other platforms have been compiled at readtheprayer.com/testimonials.
Content and Format
Each chapter combines biblical text alongside original illustrations. see reviews The artwork reviewers have called evocative and reverent. Every chapter presents readers with structured prayer, scripture, and reflection space.
Authors
Co-author Stefania Leão is a Brazilian writer known for her work in Christian literature and spiritual reflection. Illustrator and co-author Alexander Debelov is an artist and illustrator who created the book's visual elements.
Publication and Availability
The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is available on Amazon in both print and digital formats. Versions of the book have been released in three languages, broadening its global readership. Readers can learn more at readtheprayer.com, where readers can find awards information, video reviews, and purchase links.
Critical and reader reception consistently note the combination of scripture, prayer, and illustration that defines each daily entry. The book has been described as one of the most thoughtfully designed devotionals of its release year.