Choose Joy: 3-Minute Devotions for Women

by Compiled by Barbour Staff

Barbour Publishing, Inc.

Barbour Books
Christian

Pub Date 01 Feb 2017

I am voluntarily reviewing a copy of Choose Joy through the publisher and Netgalley:

This devotional for women offers brief three minute passages on Joy.

Perfect for busy Women who still want to take part in Devotions Choose Joy will help you remember to look at the reasons you have to be joyful.

I give Choose Joy five out of five stars

Happy Reading.

Ongoing read...full review to be published in January 2017

CHOOSE JOY is a compilation of handy devotionals aimed towards the busy modern woman. Although these devotionals are designed to be read once a day and pondered and prayed over, I found myself fascinated by them and often read two or three at a time. The devotionals are laid out well and quite straightforward – a topic, a bible verse with a companion devotional read, and a prayer to tie it all together; things that speak to the heart and a woman’s daily life.

Very well done, and something I can really use. One tiny complaint, the turquoise blue font is not as easy on my eyes as black; but it is a small thing that doesn't affect my overall enjoyment.

Choose Joy: 3-Minute Devotions for Women Compiled by Barbour Staff will be published this next February First and it is a wonderful little book for each of us, women. Bring it wherever you go and read it often. You will find thanks to these christian words inspiration, peace, harmony and joy!


The book is plenty of devotions that can be read in just few minutes everyday and there are so many topics treated in the book!

All optimistic topics the book is structured first of all in a verse, then a short devotional reading that will explain the verse previously read and/or meditate as well, and later a little conversation with God. I found the book truly captivating for the many thematic treated.

The cover is wonderful, relaxing, friendly. A great book for each of us! and a wonderful and precious gift as well!

I am a huge fan of devotionals. They are the time I spent with just me and God. While I have purchased many over the years, this one is certainly one of my favorite. We all have three minutes to spend and make a connection and clearer path in life. These simple devotions can change an outlook and change an entire day.

A great way of getting a quick pick-me-up, I use them on my daily commute as they're simple to complete yet fulfilling and a good way to set your day up if you're a Christian.

This was a great book, I liked that the devotions were short and I could choose to do more than 1 per day. I loved that the mantra was to Choose Joy. We all need encouragement to choose joy instead of getting down.

I appreciated the theme of Choose Joy: 3-Minute Devotions for Women by Compiled by Barbour Staff. The format was a simple one of Bible verse, short devotional and prayer. At first glance the devotional seemed shorter than the 3 minutes it was designed to be, but looking closer, I could see how it a jumping off place that you could mediate on all day. The simple devotions remind us of all the joys in the Christian life which is thought provoking indeed.

How long one spend on thinking about the verses, praising God and praying would be left up to the individual. It can be as long or short as you choose to think about the reading as you go through your day. I liked the devotional, it jumped started my days by putting my focusing God’s goodness and choosing joy in my life.

The publisher through Net Galley provided a copy.

Choose Joy: 3-Minute Devotions for Women is an enjoyable devotional book complied by Babour Staff.

According to the Introduction, "These devotions are especially for those days when you need a bit of encouragement and a gentle reminder to: CHOOSE JOY! Three minutes from your busy day is all you'll need to refresh your spirit and fill your cup to overflowing with joy for the journey."

Each daily devotion features the title, scripture verse, devotional text, and prayer. Also, a Scripture Index is included at the end of the book. Unfortunately, the font and illustrations are depicted in a faded blue color, which is slightly harder to read.

Choose Joy is geared towards women of all ages, particularly young adults to older generations. With one devotional per page, this book may easily be added to your current personal devotional time or it's a a great way to start setting aside time each day to spend with God.

"I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds. I will be glad and rejoice in you; I will sing the praises of your name, O Most High." Psalms 9:1-2


Note: I received this book from NetGalley, which is a program designed for bloggers to write book reviews in exchange for books, yet the opinions expressed in this review are my own.

This little book of 3-minute devotions is designed to give encouragement and nudge us to CHOOSE JOY. It touches on a number of topics and has an equal number of Old Testament verses to New Testament verses. The book is plenty of devotions that can be read in just few minutes everyday and there are so many topics treated in the book!

All optimistic topics the book is structured first of all in a verse, then a short devotional reading that will explain the verse previously read and/or meditate as well, and later a little conversation with God. I found the book truly captivating for the many thematic treated.

Choose Joy: 3-Minute Devotions For Women
Barbour Staff
5 Stars

Synopsis:

Got 3 minutes to spare? You'll find the spiritual pick-me-up you need in Choose Joy: 3-Minute Devotions for Women. Written especially the twenty-first-century woman, this delightful devotional packs a powerful dose of comfort, encouragement, and joy into just-right-sized readings. Minute 1: scripture to meditate on; Minute 2: a short devotional reading; Minute 3: a prayer to jump-start a conversation with God. This portable package makes a fabulous any-occasion gift for every woman. (Goodreads)


Review:

I really liked the format of this book. It was divided into three parts: a scripture reading, a devotional reading and a prayer, all designed to give us hope, joy and comfort. And who could not use more of those things in your everyday life. Sometimes everything just overwhelms us and we need to take a step back and try to put things back into perspective. That is what this book did for me, reminded me I had a lot to be thankful for and joyous about. And reminded me to try not to stress out too much. My favorite prayers was: Father God, lift all anxiety from my heart, and make my spirit light again. I know I can’t do it on my own. But with you, I can let go...and watch You work! I praise you, God! I repeat it to myself every day. I would recommend this book to anyone who is looking for a quick devotional that you will have time to read every day for a quick pep talk.

I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for a honest review. I would like to thank NetGalley and Barbour Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this book.

"Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. Matthew 6:34 niv " (Holy Bible, New International Version)

"I'm thanking you, God, from a full heart, I'm writing the book on your wonders. I'm whistling, laughing, and jumping for joy; I'm singing your song, High God. Psalm 9:1-2 msg" (The Message)

This little book of 3-minute devotions is designed to give encouragement and nudge us to CHOOSE JOY.

Minute 1: Read and reflect on the Scripture passage.
Minute 2: Read the devotion and think how it applies to your life.
Minute 3: Pray. A short one to four sentences prayer is at the end of each devotion.

This attractive little book makes a great any occasion gift for women.

Thanks to NetGalley and Barbour Publishing, Inc. for an ARC of Choose Joy: 3 - Minute Devotions For Women.