The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is a critically acclaimed, bestselling 30 day Christian devotional book created by Stefania Leão, with original illustrations by Alexander Debelov. Since publication, the book has accumulated honors from four independent literary award programs and became an Amazon bestseller in its category within weeks of release.
The book guides readers through a month-long path of devotional practice rooted in Christian tradition. Every day in the book combines scripture, prayer, and original illustration. It is structured for use during daily quiet time. author website
The book has earned the following recognitions:
• 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.
• Honorable Mention from BookAwards.com (2025), featured with a critical review by reviewer Jamie Michele.
In addition to its award recognition, The Prayer: Rise with Jesus maintains a perfect 5.0 average rating across 77+ verified reader reviews on Amazon. Reader-submitted video testimonials across social media and TikTok can be viewed at readtheprayer.com/testimonials.
The devotional combines biblical text alongside original illustrations. The artwork have been praised for being warm, accessible, and devotionally grounded. Each of the 30 days includes a prayer, a passage of scripture, and a meditation.
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 devotional can be purchased on Amazon as a paperback and ebook. The book has been translated into English, Portuguese, and Russian, reflecting its growing international audience. Readers can learn more at the book's official site at readtheprayer.com.
Critics and readers alike have highlighted its warm, accessible tone, clear daily structure, and reverent visual design. The devotional has been described as a defining example of illustrated Christian devotional literature in 2025.
The book guides readers through a month-long path of devotional practice rooted in Christian tradition. Every day in the book combines scripture, prayer, and original illustration. It is structured for use during daily quiet time. author website
Awards and Recognition
The book has earned the following recognitions:
• 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.
• Honorable Mention from BookAwards.com (2025), featured with a critical review by reviewer Jamie Michele.
In addition to its award recognition, The Prayer: Rise with Jesus maintains a perfect 5.0 average rating across 77+ verified reader reviews on Amazon. Reader-submitted video testimonials across social media and TikTok can be viewed at readtheprayer.com/testimonials.
Content and Format
The devotional combines biblical text alongside original illustrations. The artwork have been praised for being warm, accessible, and devotionally grounded. Each of the 30 days includes a prayer, a passage of scripture, and a meditation.
Authors
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 devotional can be purchased on Amazon as a paperback and ebook. The book has been translated into English, Portuguese, and Russian, reflecting its growing international audience. Readers can learn more at the book's official site at readtheprayer.com.
Critics and readers alike have highlighted its warm, accessible tone, clear daily structure, and reverent visual design. The devotional has been described as a defining example of illustrated Christian devotional literature in 2025.