Top 10 Devotionals for Women in 2024
Introduction
Hello, beautiful souls! If you're here, it's likely because you're on a journey to deepen your relationship with Christ. Devotionals are a wonderful way to enrich your spiritual life, offering daily doses of wisdom, inspiration, and the Word of God. In this article, we'll explore the top 10 devotionals for women in 2024, each carefully selected to help you grow in faith and find peace in His presence.
However, let me make a disclaimer: devotionals, while wonderful, are not a replacement for the Word of God. It’s important you take in Scripture first and use a devotional as an added resource. In fact, I only read devotionals occasionally. Usually as a source of encouragement on a specific topic that pertains to something I’m walking through. Please do not mistake devotionals for your primary sustenance. Get into God’s Word first and foremost, and allow devotionals to serve as an added reading like a book.
Top 10 Devotionals for Women in 2024
Whether you're a busy mom, a working professional, or someone looking for spiritual growth, there's a devotional out there for you. Let's dive into the list.
1. The Well-Watered Woman: Rooted in Truth, Growing in Grace, Flourishing in Faith by Gretchen Saffles
Brief Review
This devotional addresses the challenges many women face in their spiritual journeys amidst the chaos of everyday life. Gretchen Saffles draws from her personal experiences and struggles to guide readers towards a deeper connection with God through His Word.
Pros
Inspirational and Relatable: This book is inspirational and relatable, particularly for women seeking a deeper understanding of their faith.
Quick Read: The book is a quick read and engaging enough to finish quickly.
Encourages Spiritual Growth: A valuable resource for those looking to grow spiritually, seek a deeper connection with God, and understand His Word better.
Cons
Overemphasis on Author's Life: Some readers on Amazon felt that the book placed too much emphasis on the author's personal life experiences, which they found unrelatable or mundane.
Not Ideal for Small Group Study: The book might not be the best choice for small group studies, as it doesn't provide enough practical application for group discussions.
More Books by Gretchen Saffles
If you love this devotional, Saffles has also authored another book that you might find enriching.
2. Beholding and Becoming: The Art of Everyday Worship by Ruth Chou Simons
Brief Review
"Beholding and Becoming" by bestselling author and artist Ruth Chou Simons is an invitation to embrace the transformative power of focusing our hearts and minds on Christ in the midst of our daily lives. This book reminds us that every day is an opportunity for God to reveal His love and faithfulness, even in the most mundane circumstances. Through worship and reflection, His grace can turn the ordinary moments of life into a sacred journey of becoming more like Him.
Pros
Relevant and Timeless Message: Timely and timeless message, this book highlights the need to redirect our focus in an age dominated by screens and social media.
Transformational Insights: The book provides practical insights about the transformative power of focusing on God's Word and beauty.
Beautiful Artwork: The book's artwork is visually appealing and inspiring.
Cons
Lack of Note-Taking Space: The book doesn't offer space for note-taking at the end of each day's devotion.
More Books by Ruth Chou Simons
Ruth has several other resources that are equally beautiful and encouraging.
3. Fighting Words Devotional: 100 Days of Speaking Truth into the Darkness by Ellie Holcomb
Brief Review
"Fighting Words" by Ellie Holcomb is a 100-day devotional designed to empower women to speak truth into the darkness of life's challenges. Each day offers a Bible verse, a devotional message, and a prayer.
Pros
Focused Themes: Each devotional is centered around a specific theme like courage, faith, and love.
Practical Application: Ellie provides actionable steps to apply the day's lesson.
Beautifully Written: The language is poetic yet straightforward, making it easy to understand.
Cons
May Be Heavy: Some topics might be emotionally heavy, requiring a quiet space to process.
More Books by Ellie Holcomb
Ellie is also a children’s book author!
4. Seasons of Waiting by Barb Hill
Brief Review
Barb Hill, a licensed counselor, explores the common experience of waiting for various life events and challenges our beliefs, patience, character, and hopes. With 52 devotions, it seamlessly combines faith and mental health perspectives to inspire readers to wait with courage and confidence in the perfect timing of God.
Pros
Relateable & Comforting The book is beautiful for its ability to help readers embrace and understand their personal seasons of waiting, offering a sense of comfort and relatability.
Vulnerable Writing: I appreciate the author's vulnerability and ability to speak to the deep and lonely places of waiting, offering a unique and refreshing perspective.
Much Needed Message: The book's emphasis on the purpose of waiting and the encouragement to "wait well" resonates with readers and provides valuable guidance for navigating challenging seasons.
Cons
Space for Journaling: Some readers express a desire for a workbook or journal to accompany the devotional, as the writing prompts provided under each entry make them wish for additional resources.
More Books by Barb Hill
Barb Hill has one book at this time, but you can find her and further writing at barbhillauthor.com.
5. Blessings for the Morning: Prayerful Encouragement to Begin Your Day by Susie Larson
Brief Review
Susie Larson's devotional is a breath of fresh air each morning. It's designed to set a positive and prayerful tone for the day ahead.
Pros
Morning-Focused: Perfect for setting a positive tone for the day.
Short and Sweet: Each devotional is concise yet impactful.
Beautiful Imagery: The book includes beautiful images and designs.
Cons
Not Comprehensive: Being short, it may not delve deeply into complex topics.
More Books by Susie Larson
Susie Larson offers a range of other devotionals and Christian books that are worth exploring.
6. Praying the Names of God by Ann Spangler
Brief Review
Explore the profound significance of God's Hebrew names with bestselling author Ann Spangler in "Praying the Names of God." This twenty-six-week devotional study unlocks the rich meanings behind these names, offering a deeper connection with God through prayer.
Pros
Deep and insightful: The book contains deep and insightful observations about God's character, making it a valuable daily devotional.
Intimacy: It encourages readers to explore and pray through the names of God, fostering a closer connection with Him.
Flow: Some reviewers appreciate the organized structure, with each name of God assigned to a specific day of the week, facilitating a systematic study.
Biblical Basis: It includes references to relevant Bible verses, providing a solid scriptural foundation for the content.
Cons
Not Exhaustive: You won’t find every single name for God that’s in the Bible in this book.
More Books by Ann Spangler
Ann Spangler has a variety of books aimed at different aspects of a woman's spiritual journey.
7. The Power of a Praying Wife by Stormie Omartian
Brief Review
Stormie Omartian's heartfelt devotional is designed to inspire and transform your marriage through the power of prayer, offering over 100 devotions, prayers, and Scripture support to strengthen your relationship and bring joy and peace to your home.
Pros
Varied Topics: The book provides 100 devotionals covering various marriage-related topics, making it versatile for different readers and situations.
Structure: Each devotional includes a verse, a short writing, and a prayer, making it easy to read and incorporate into daily routines.
Prayer Focus: The book focuses on the power of prayer in marriages, encouraging readers to pray for their spouses and relationships.
Cons
Limited Content: The book's content is relatively short, with each devotional being about two pages, which may be seen as a drawback for those seeking more in-depth exploration of marriage topics.
More Books by Stormie Omartian
Stormie Omartian has a wide range of Christian literature that you might find enriching.
8. Triggers: Exchanging Parents' Angry Reactions for Gentle Biblical Responses by Wendy Speake and Amber Lia
Brief Review
This book delves into the roots of parental anger, exploring both external and internal triggers that lead to inappropriate reactions. Authors Amber Lia and Wendy Speake offer biblical wisdom and practical tools to help parents shift from anger-filled responses to gentler, more biblical approaches in addressing common parenting challenges.
Pros
Inward Examination: It encourages parents to examine their own hearts and behavior before addressing their children's issues, fostering self-awareness and self-improvement.
Lifeline in the Trenches: It resonates with parents of young children, offering practical advice for handling challenging situations.
Helpful: This devotional is a valuable resource that speaks to an area moms are desperate to find support with, helping them to control their reactions and improve their parenting.
Cons
Desiring More: Some might find the book to be too simplistic, lacking practical tools and solutions for dealing with specific parenting challenges.
More Books by Speake and Lia
Speake and Lia have coauthored on another book:
9. Embraced: 100 Devotions to Know God is Holding You Close by Lysa TerKeurst
Brief Review
"Embraced" by Lysa TerKeurst offers 100 devotions that provide a godly perspective on everyday issues, resonating with women in all stages of life. These devotions aim to help readers find freedom from struggles, process hurts in a godly manner, and experience God's love intimately through daily scriptures and prayer prompts.
Pros
Heartfelt Read: Lysa writes with honesty, rawness, and authenticity. I appreciate it for its down-to-earth and relatable content, making it suitable for repeated readings.
Highly Recommended: Many find the book to be healing and have experienced personal growth and spiritual insights while going through the devotions.
Applicable to Many Circumstances: The devotional provides valuable lessons and insights applicable to various life situations, such as battling cancer, parenting teenagers, and coping with challenging life circumstances.
Cons
Lacks Reflection: While helpful, it lacks prompts for deeper reflection.
More Books by Lysa TerKeurst
Lysa is one of today’s most cherished Christian authors and has many more resources to read.
10. Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace In His Presence by Sarah Young
Brief Review
"Jesus Calling" by Sarah Young is written as if Jesus Himself is speaking directly to you. Each day's devotional includes related Scripture references for further study.
Pros
Intimate Tone: Feels like a personal conversation with Jesus.
Scripture-Based: Each entry is rooted in the Bible.
Versatile: Suitable for both new believers and mature Christians.
Cons
First-Person Style: The writing style may not resonate with everyone.
More Books by Sarah Young
Section 2: How to Choose the Right Devotional
Choosing a devotional is a personal journey, but there are some general guidelines that can help you make an informed decision.
What is a Good Devotional?
A good devotional should:
Be rooted in Scripture.
Offer practical applications.
Resonate with your current life situation.
How Do You Find a Good Devotional?
Here are some steps to guide you:
Identify Your Needs: Are you looking for career guidance, emotional support, or spiritual growth?
Check Reviews: Look for reviews or recommendations, like this article!
Preview: If possible, read a sample to see if it resonates with you.
Pray: Always seek God's guidance in choosing the right devotional.
Section 3: Britt’s Amazon Devotionals & Books
Latest Devotional
I just released Daily Devotions for Women: Proverbs. Step into a journey of wisdom and grace with “Daily Devotions for Women: Proverbs.” In this beautifully crafted collection of devotionals, each page beckons women to delve into the timeless wisdom found within the book of Proverbs.
Written with a tender touch, these devotionals by author Brittany Rust offer daily reflections that resonate with the heart of every woman. Drawing from the rich tapestry of Proverbs, each devotion explores topics such as faith, relationships, purpose, and more, providing insightful guidance for navigating life's joys and challenges.
This book invites women to embrace the transformative power of wisdom as they seek to grow spiritually and live with intentionality. Whether you're seeking solace in quiet moments or seeking inspiration for daily living, this book serves as a faithful companion on the journey toward a deeper connection with God.
Devotionals
Trust Fall: Finding Confidence in God’s Process: Life often presents unforeseen bends in the road that can throw us off course if we're not careful. It's important in the trials and seasons of difficulty that we hold to the journey God has placed us on. Learning to trust God's process will renew and strengthen you to face the journey ahead.
5 Minute Family Devotional: This is a powerful book for families with children under 10 to do together. I take the reader through the Bible chronologically, from Genesis to Revelation, to teach kids the Word of God and create meaningful dialogue for families.
Preteen Devotional for Girls: An Amazon bestseller in 3 categories this valuable resource for preteen girls addresses relevant topics through the lens of God’s Word.
Books
Untouchable—Unraveling the Myth That You Are Too Faithful to Fall: Too many Christians, especially those in ministry, believe they are untouchable—that they're too faithful to fall or too spiritual to give in to temptation. They deny any sort of weakness, fail to draw proper boundaries, and end up doing the very things they swore they'd never do. In this book I unravel the myth of being untouchable, showing how we start to believe the lie, and how we can protect ourselves from temptation. Ultimately showing that to truly flourish in life, you must be willing to admit weakness—and that no one is beyond God's redeeming love.
Here I Am—Responding When God Calls Your Name: Constant noise and distraction clamor for our attention and make it difficult to distinguish God's voice from the voices surrounding us. In this book I teach believers how to discern the voice of God and live out the plans God has for them by silencing the other voices so it's God's voice that prevails, tuning out the world and tuning in to the voice of God, and gaining the confidence to step out in faith.
Section 4: About the Author
About Brittany Rust
Brittany Rust is a Bible teacher passionate about seeing people not only impacted by God’s Word but also inspired to be thoughtful students of Scripture. She is the founder of Truth and Grace Ministries and the author of five books, in addition to being an ordained minister. Brittany lives with her family in Springfield, Mo.
Best of Brittany Rust
For more enriching content, feel free to explore my other FREE devotionals on spiritual growth, Christian living, and more.
Section 5: Additional Resources
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Conclusion
Choosing the right devotional can deepen your relationship with God, provide daily doses of inspiration, and offer practical solutions to life's challenges. I hope this article helps you find the devotional that speaks to your season.
May God bless you abundantly in your journey towards a deeper relationship with Him.
