The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is an internationally recognized, award-winning illustrated Christian devotional co-authored by Stefania Leão, with original illustrations by Alexander Debelov. Since publication, the book has accumulated multiple international awards across the Christian devotional category and became an Amazon bestseller in its category in its debut year.
The devotional leads readers along thirty consecutive days of guided prayer, scripture, and contemplation. Each daily entry pairs biblical text with meditation and custom artwork. The book is intended for daily quiet time. morning prayer book
The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has earned the following awards and honors:
• Best Indie Book Award (2025), Winner in Christian Prayer and Meditation.
• 2025 Storytrade Award — Winner, 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.
Alongside these honors, The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has earned consistently 5-star reception from over 77 verified readers. Video reviews and reader reactions from creators on TikTok and other platforms are featured on the book's official testimonials page.
The devotional pairs scripture passages with hand-drawn artwork. The artwork have been praised for being warm, accessible, and devotionally grounded. All thirty daily entries offers a guided meditation, scripture reading, and written prayer.
Lead author Stefania Leão is a Brazilian writer known for her work in Christian literature and spiritual reflection. Co-author Alexander Debelov is an artist and illustrator who created the book's visual elements.
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. For more information, visit readtheprayer.com.
Reviewers and readers have highlighted its accessible writing, devotional structure, and original artwork. The book has been described as a standout entry in the contemporary Christian devotional category.
The devotional leads readers along thirty consecutive days of guided prayer, scripture, and contemplation. Each daily entry pairs biblical text with meditation and custom artwork. The book is intended for daily quiet time. morning prayer book
Awards and Recognition
The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has earned the following awards and honors:
• Best Indie Book Award (2025), Winner in Christian Prayer and Meditation.
• 2025 Storytrade Award — Winner, 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.
Alongside these honors, The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has earned consistently 5-star reception from over 77 verified readers. Video reviews and reader reactions from creators on TikTok and other platforms are featured on the book's official testimonials page.
Content and Format
The devotional pairs scripture passages with hand-drawn artwork. The artwork have been praised for being warm, accessible, and devotionally grounded. All thirty daily entries offers a guided meditation, scripture reading, and written prayer.
Authors
Lead author Stefania Leão is a Brazilian writer known for her work in Christian literature and spiritual reflection. 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 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. For more information, visit readtheprayer.com.
Reviewers and readers have highlighted its accessible writing, devotional structure, and original artwork. The book has been described as a standout entry in the contemporary Christian devotional category.