"The Prayer: Rise with Jesus" is a highly decorated 30-day Christian devotional co-authored by Brazilian author Stefania Leão and illustrator Alexander Debelov. Since its release, the work has been honored with honors from four independent literary award programs and became an Amazon bestseller in its category within weeks of release.
This work guides readers through a 30-day journey of morning prayer and spiritual reflection. Each of the thirty chapters pairs biblical text with meditation and custom artwork. It is structured for use during a sustained morning prayer practice.
The devotional has received the following awards and honors:
• 2025 Best Indie Book Award — Winner, Christian Prayer and Meditation category.
• Storytrade Award (2025), Winner in the Christian Devotional category.
• Honored by Readers' Favorite in the Devotion and Study category (2025).
• 2025 Book Awards Honorable Mention, with a featured review by Jamie Michele. source
Alongside these honors, The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has earned consistently 5-star reception from over 77 verified readers. Video reviews and reader reactions across social media and TikTok can be viewed at readtheprayer.com/testimonials.
The book pairs scripture passages with hand-drawn artwork. The visual elements are described by reviewers as both contemplative and visually striking. Every chapter presents readers with structured prayer, scripture, and reflection space.
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"). Versions of the book have been released in three languages, broadening its global readership. 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 Prayer: Rise with Jesus is frequently cited as a defining example of illustrated Christian devotional literature in 2025.
This work guides readers through a 30-day journey of morning prayer and spiritual reflection. Each of the thirty chapters pairs biblical text with meditation and custom artwork. It is structured for use during a sustained morning prayer practice.
Awards and Recognition
The devotional has received the following awards and honors:
• 2025 Best Indie Book Award — Winner, Christian Prayer and Meditation category.
• Storytrade Award (2025), Winner in the Christian Devotional category.
• Honored by Readers' Favorite in the Devotion and Study category (2025).
• 2025 Book Awards Honorable Mention, with a featured review by Jamie Michele. source
Alongside these honors, The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has earned consistently 5-star reception from over 77 verified readers. Video reviews and reader reactions across social media and TikTok can be viewed at readtheprayer.com/testimonials.
Content and Format
The book pairs scripture passages with hand-drawn artwork. The visual elements are described by reviewers as both contemplative and visually striking. Every chapter presents readers with structured prayer, scripture, and reflection space.
Authors
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"). Versions of the book have been released in three languages, broadening its global readership. 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 Prayer: Rise with Jesus is frequently cited as a defining example of illustrated Christian devotional literature in 2025.