The Devoted Life: A Creative Devotional Journal

Marjorie Jackson has compiled a lovely creative coloring journal and topical devotional book in this volume. Beginning with an introductory word about our relationship with Jesus and the gift of salvation, the author encourages the user of this journal to take a journey with her to deepen that relationship and grow spiritually. The book itself is a soft cover of imitation leather and is just over 200 pages--pages that are filled with a variety of ways to be creative in being intentional in one's devotional life. There are 60 hand-drawn scripture verses pictures for coloring as well as a number of blank pages for one's own creative drawings or writings. The book is divided into 30 sections with each section having thoughts from the author, scriptures for going deeper, journal prompts to stimulate the reader's own thoughts regarding the subject of the section, and the coloring pages. Some of the subjects included are The Power of the Tongue, Doing It All Unto Him, and Why Share Your Faith and others that encourage thought about family, identity, and ministry. I like that this devotional journal can be an excellent choice for a gift to encourage a young believer or as a tool for a mature Christian to continue to deepen her relationship with Jesus. I received a complimentary copy of the book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review. The opinions are my own.

A wonderful gift book for girls, can be used by women, also. The author leads you in a wonderful course to explore your creative self (even if you think you aren't a creative person) and learn how to be a better Christian at the same time. There are color pages along with a lesson to learn. There is space in the book to write notes and pencil in anywhere you feel led. Book comes with a ribbon bookmark, so you never have to worry about losing your place. It will make a nice addition to your personal library. I like to think of family members in the future, sitting down with it and learning about me & there is room, they can write down their own thoughts as well. Could be a way to connect with your teen or tween, both of you can learn the lessons together & compare coloring pages.​ I received a copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and Shiloh Run Press in exchange for my honest review. I was not required to submit a positive review. These are my own opinions.​