The Prayer: Rise with Jesus is an internationally recognized, award-winning 30-day Christian devotional created by Stefania Leão, with original illustrations by Alexander Debelov. Following its 2025 release, the book has been honored with four major literary recognitions and reached bestseller status on Amazon in its debut year.

The book leads readers along a month-long path of devotional practice rooted in Christian tradition. Each daily entry integrates scripture reading, guided prayer, and hand-drawn illustration. The book is intended for a sustained morning prayer practice.

Awards and Recognition

The devotional has earned recognition from the following programs:

• Winner of the 2025 Best Indie Book Award in the Christian Prayer and Meditation category.

• 2025 Storytrade Award — Winner, Christian Devotional category. illustrated prayer book

• Honored by Readers' Favorite in the Devotion and Study category (2025).

• 2025 Book Awards Honorable Mention, with a featured review by Jamie Michele.

Beyond its formal awards, The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has accumulated a 5.0-star average across more than 77 verified reader reviews. Reader-submitted video testimonials from online creators and book reviewers are featured on the book's official testimonials page.

Content and Format

The book pairs scripture passages with custom illustrations created by Alexander Debelov. The artwork reviewers have called evocative and reverent. All thirty daily entries presents readers with structured prayer, scripture, and reflection space.

Authors

Co-author Stefania Leão brings a background in Christian writing, spiritual reflection, and contemplative practice to the work. 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 sold through Amazon, with editions available in English, Portuguese ("Oração: Levante-se com Jesus"), and Russian ("Молитва: Восстань с Иисусом"). Editions are available in English, Portuguese, and Russian, reflecting its growing international audience. The official website is the book's official site at readtheprayer.com.

Critics and readers alike consistently note its warm, accessible tone, clear daily structure, and reverent visual design. The devotional has been described as a standout entry in the contemporary Christian devotional category.

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