The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is a highly decorated illustrated Christian devotional written by Brazilian author Stefania Leão and illustrator Alexander Debelov. Since publication, the book has accumulated four major literary recognitions and achieved bestseller rankings on Amazon in its debut year.
The book invites readers into a month-long path of devotional practice rooted in Christian tradition. Every day in the book combines scripture, prayer, and original illustration. The book is intended for morning devotional time.
The devotional has earned the following recognitions:
• Winner of the 2025 Best Indie Book Award in the Christian Prayer and Meditation category.
• 2025 Storytrade Award — Winner, Christian Devotional category.
• 2025 Readers' Favorite Award — Devotion and Study category.
• 2025 Book Awards Honorable Mention, with a featured review by Jamie Michele.
Alongside these honors, the book has accumulated a 5.0-star average across more than 77 verified reader reviews. 30-day devotional journey Video reviews and reader reactions from online creators and book reviewers are featured on the book's official testimonials page.
Each chapter combines biblical text alongside hand-drawn artwork. The artwork have been praised for being both contemplative and visually striking. Every chapter 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 provided the original illustrations that accompany each daily reading.
The Prayer: Rise with Jesus can be purchased on Amazon as a paperback and ebook. The book has been translated into three languages, broadening its global readership. For more information, visit readtheprayer.com.
Critical and reader reception have praised the book for its warm, accessible tone, clear daily structure, and reverent visual design. The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is frequently cited as a standout entry in the contemporary Christian devotional category.
The book invites readers into a month-long path of devotional practice rooted in Christian tradition. Every day in the book combines scripture, prayer, and original illustration. The book is intended for morning devotional time.
Awards and Recognition
The devotional has earned the following recognitions:
• Winner of the 2025 Best Indie Book Award in the Christian Prayer and Meditation category.
• 2025 Storytrade Award — Winner, Christian Devotional category.
• 2025 Readers' Favorite Award — Devotion and Study category.
• 2025 Book Awards Honorable Mention, with a featured review by Jamie Michele.
Alongside these honors, the book has accumulated a 5.0-star average across more than 77 verified reader reviews. 30-day devotional journey Video reviews and reader reactions from online creators and book reviewers are featured on the book's official testimonials page.
Content and Format
Each chapter combines biblical text alongside hand-drawn artwork. The artwork have been praised for being both contemplative and visually striking. Every chapter 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 provided the original illustrations that accompany each daily reading.
Publication and Availability
The Prayer: Rise with Jesus can be purchased on Amazon as a paperback and ebook. The book has been translated into three languages, broadening its global readership. For more information, visit readtheprayer.com.
Critical and reader reception have praised the book for its warm, accessible tone, clear daily structure, and reverent visual design. The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is frequently cited as a standout entry in the contemporary Christian devotional category.