I was given the opportunity to review the above three 365-Devotional Journals. Below are my thoughts on each one. While each journal contains a year's worth of devotionals, each one is individual, not just a carbon copy of the others. (Which is why I may keep all three and use them for three years!)
BOOK DESCRIPTION
We pray for peace. We beg for it from others. We make speeches about it. But in the end, the only peace most of us can control is that little portion we display for the world to see. If we are at peace, the chaos around us seems to calm down. Our peace affects others. And the Giver of peace awaits to give us the gift that can change our world. It begins with a prayer. It begins with me.
FEATURES
• Archive quality, non-bleed paper
• Acid-free paper and ink
• Daily devotional with lightly ruled space for responses, lists, or journaling
• Full-color interior design
• Presentation page for personalization
• Lay-flat binding
• Foil, ribbon
• Closure band
BOOK INFORMATION
- Series: 365 Devotional Journals
- Paperback: 368 pages
- Publisher: Ellie Claire Gift & Paper Corp (October 16, 2018)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1633262073
- ISBN-13: 978-1633262072
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AMAZON
BARNES & NOBLE
My Thoughts
This cover is so peaceful. The blues and greens are perfect color choices, while the gold font provides just the right accent. And the verse on the back cover fits the theme remarkably well: "I will listen to what God the Lord says; He promises peace to His people." Psalm 85:8
The color scheme of the pages continues the colors of the cover. Each day's devotional has a Bible verse, a devotional reading, a prayer, and several lines for adding your own thoughts, notes, or creative journaling.
Since my Word Of The Year for 2019 is going to be CONTENTMENT, I was immediately drawn to this journal and will begin using it on January 1.
My Rating: Five stars
BOOK DESCRIPTION
From the small whisper of a snowflake to the large circumference of a baobab tree, all of nature is the creative expression of God. When we embrace His creative nature by taking the time to stop, notice, and connect, our hearts are encouraged and souls refreshed. Respond to the devotions, add your own creative writing, or keep track of prayers on the journaling lines.
FEATURES
• Archive quality, non-bleed paper
• Acid-free paper and ink
• Daily devotional with lightly ruled space for responses, lists, or journaling
• Full-color interior design
• Presentation page for personalization
• Lay-flat binding
• Foil, ribbon
• Closure band
BOOK INFORMATION
- Series: Devotional Journals
- Paperback: 368 pages
- Publisher: Ellie Claire; Jou edition (October 31, 2017)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1633261700
- ISBN-13: 978-1633261709
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BARNES & NOBLE
My ThoughtsThe peacocks on the cover of this journal (and in the bottom corner of every page) are definite attention grabbers. The colors used are soft and relaxing, which would be a great place to start getting in the mood for spending time with your devotional reading each day. Each of the devotionals in this journal focuses on something in nature, whether it be an animal, a plant, a food, weather, etc. It encourages you to take time out of your busy day to stop, look, and listen, to connect with nature and especially with the Creator.
My Rating: Five stars
BOOK DESCRIPTION
When life gets busy, it’s easy to forget to spend time with God. This 365-day devotional journal offers encouraging meditations to help you spend a few moments turning your eyes on Jesus before your hectic day begins. After short devotions and Scripture for each day of the year, you will also find light journaling lines and ample space to record your thoughts, hopes, and prayers—just what you need to start each and every day with the reminder that God is always by your side.
FEATURES
• Archive quality, non-bleed paper
• Acid-free paper and ink
• Daily devotional with lightly ruled space for responses, lists, or journaling
• Full-color interior design
• Presentation page for personalization
• Lay-flat binding
• Foil, ribbon
• Closure band
BOOK INFORMATION
- Series: Lifestyle Journals
- Paperback: 368 pages
- Publisher: Ellie Claire Gift & Paper Corp (February 20, 2018)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1633261808
- ISBN-13: 978-1633261808
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BARNES & NOBLE
My Thoughts
The cover of this journal is a little too "busy" for my tastes, but I am sure that it will appeal to plenty of other people. What does appeal to me, however, is that each devotional begins with a line or two from a hymn or religious song, and then goes on to discuss ways to focus on Jesus and learn to trust Him completely. I have a feeling that when I use this journal, I'll be headed to the internet to find full-length versions of these songs to listen to during my devotional time.
My Rating: Five stars
