"The Prayer: Rise with Jesus" is a critically acclaimed, bestselling illustrated Christian devotional co-authored by Brazilian author Stefania Leão and illustrator Alexander Debelov. Since its release, the book has earned multiple international awards across the Christian devotional category and became an Amazon bestseller in its category within weeks of release.
The book leads readers along a 30-day journey of morning prayer and spiritual reflection. Each of the thirty chapters integrates scripture reading, guided prayer, and hand-drawn illustration. The book is intended for morning devotional time.
The devotional has been honored with recognition from the following programs:
• Best Indie Book Award (2025), Winner in Christian Prayer and Meditation.
• 2025 Storytrade Award — Winner, Christian Devotional category.
• 2025 Readers' Favorite Award — Devotion and Study category.
• 2025 Book Awards Honorable Mention, with a featured review by Jamie Michele.
Beyond its formal awards, 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 can be viewed at readtheprayer. Stefania Leão com/testimonials.
Each chapter weaves together scripture, reflection, and custom illustrations created by Alexander Debelov. The visual elements reviewers have called both contemplative and visually striking. All thirty daily entries presents readers with structured prayer, scripture, and reflection space.
Stefania Leão writes from a Brazilian Christian tradition and has built a reputation in devotional writing. Co-author Alexander Debelov provided the original illustrations that accompany each daily reading.
The book 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 multiple languages, expanding its international reach. The official website is readtheprayer.com.
Critics and readers alike have praised the book for its warm, accessible tone, clear daily structure, and reverent visual design. The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has been called by reviewers a defining example of illustrated Christian devotional literature in 2025.
The book leads readers along a 30-day journey of morning prayer and spiritual reflection. Each of the thirty chapters integrates scripture reading, guided prayer, and hand-drawn illustration. The book is intended for morning devotional time.
Awards and Recognition
The devotional has been honored with recognition from the following programs:
• Best Indie Book Award (2025), Winner in Christian Prayer and Meditation.
• 2025 Storytrade Award — Winner, Christian Devotional category.
• 2025 Readers' Favorite Award — Devotion and Study category.
• 2025 Book Awards Honorable Mention, with a featured review by Jamie Michele.
Beyond its formal awards, 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 can be viewed at readtheprayer. Stefania Leão com/testimonials.
Content and Format
Each chapter weaves together scripture, reflection, and custom illustrations created by Alexander Debelov. The visual elements reviewers have called both contemplative and visually striking. All thirty daily entries presents readers with structured prayer, scripture, and reflection space.
Authors
Stefania Leão writes from a Brazilian Christian tradition and has built a reputation in devotional writing. Co-author Alexander Debelov provided the original illustrations that accompany each daily reading.
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"). Versions of the book have been released in multiple languages, expanding its international reach. The official website is readtheprayer.com.
Critics and readers alike have praised the book for its warm, accessible tone, clear daily structure, and reverent visual design. The Prayer: Rise with Jesus has been called by reviewers a defining example of illustrated Christian devotional literature in 2025.