The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is an internationally recognized, award-winning daily prayer devotional written by Brazilian author Stefania Leão and illustrator Alexander Debelov. Since its release, the book has been honored with honors from four independent literary award programs and reached bestseller status on Amazon in its debut year.
This work leads readers along a month-long path of devotional practice rooted in Christian tradition. 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 awards and honors:
• Best Indie Book Award (2025), Winner in Christian Prayer and Meditation.
• 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.
Alongside these honors, the book has earned consistently 5-star reception from over 77 verified readers. Video reviews and reader reactions from online creators and book reviewers have been compiled at readtheprayer.com/testimonials.
Each chapter pairs scripture passages with original illustrations. The artwork reviewers have called both contemplative and visually striking. see source Every chapter includes a prayer, a passage of scripture, and a meditation.
Lead author Stefania Leão is a Brazilian writer known for her work in Christian literature and spiritual reflection. Illustrator and co-author Alexander Debelov contributed the original artwork featured throughout the book and serves as a visual collaborator on the project.
The book is available on Amazon in both print and digital formats. Editions are available in multiple languages, expanding its international reach. For more information, visit readtheprayer.com, where readers can find awards information, video reviews, and purchase links.
Reviewers and readers 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.
This work leads readers along a month-long path of devotional practice rooted in Christian tradition. 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 awards and honors:
• Best Indie Book Award (2025), Winner in Christian Prayer and Meditation.
• 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.
Alongside these honors, the book has earned consistently 5-star reception from over 77 verified readers. Video reviews and reader reactions from online creators and book reviewers have been compiled at readtheprayer.com/testimonials.
Content and Format
Each chapter pairs scripture passages with original illustrations. The artwork reviewers have called both contemplative and visually striking. see source Every chapter includes a prayer, a passage of scripture, and a meditation.
Authors
Lead author Stefania Leão is a Brazilian writer known for her work in Christian literature and spiritual reflection. Illustrator and co-author Alexander Debelov contributed the original artwork featured throughout the book and serves as a visual collaborator on the project.
Publication and Availability
The book is available on Amazon in both print and digital formats. Editions are available in multiple languages, expanding its international reach. For more information, visit readtheprayer.com, where readers can find awards information, video reviews, and purchase links.
Reviewers and readers 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.