I am so thankful for the opportunity to review Everyday Hallelujah. I loved it! I rarely purchase hardcover books anymore, but I absolutely will be purchasing this book. There are simply too many powerful examples, stories, and reflections in these pages not to keep close as a daily read and devotional reminder.

One line that deeply stayed with me was the thought that stealing away for a few quiet moments to thank God, open the Bible, and whisper a prayer is like “clearing the dust from the window of my heart.” That imagery alone was transformative. It reminded me how easily life clouds our vision and how worship brings clarity back to our hearts.

I especially loved the reflection sections and the “Hallelujah Challenge” at the end of each chapter.  The questions challenged me to examine my own private devotion and ask: What does my worship really look like in everyday life?

This book continually points readers back to the beauty of noticing God’s hand in all things and boldly saying, “God did that.” Every acknowledgment of His goodness strengthens our faith and deepens our relationship with Him.

If you are looking for a book that will challenge, encourage, convict, and deepen your understanding of worship, I cannot recommend this enough. This is not just a book to read once and put on a shelf. It is a book to revisit often, highlight heavily, pray through slowly, and allow to shape your daily walk with God.

Everyday Hallelujah has 36 devotion style chapters that reorient minds and hearts back to God. It asks provoking questions about what we believe about God, how that effects our life, and if we might be worshipping something else besides the True King. All Christians need this heart check throughout life- for me, throughout my day!- to ensure we haven't been distracted by the enemy and his lies. Are we in a contractual relationship with our faith or a covenantal relationship with the almighty God, worshipping Him to the best of our abilities?

Phil Wickham reminds me of Ann Voskamp, who writes that we have sleep amnesia and must be a re-remembering people- reminding ourselves again and again of God's goodness and faithfulness towards us. This remembering is the testimony of God's love and faithfulness throughout life- ours and others! It's how we tell others of and keep His Truth at the forefront of our minds, ready to refute any lie that comes our way. When we worship and praise God for who He is and what He has accomplished, our hearts are softened and the "peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus" (Phil 4:7). Because heaven is where God dwells, we can invite heaven here on earth by worshiping God in everyday moments.

Part of the book made me feel very small. Wickham is a millionaire Grammy award nominated actor who plays sold out stadiums! And he tells us "sometimes I feel that my gifts are inferior"? Mine must be non-existent! But how real of him to admit that even the best and most successful fall short of the glory of God and forget how much God loves us all. Everyday Hallelujah reminds us that normal people glorify God just the same as these fabulous, incredibly accomplished stars. God does not think less of us by any human metric! So crank that radio, cue up your favorite album on a streaming APP, and make a joyful noise to the Lord!

While the entire novel is short and easy to finish in a day, the end of chapter reflections and challenges encourage readers to apply this message daily, doing the legwork that often preludes heart change. I encourage readers who don't read one chapter a day to keep the book nearby or copy the challenges so they can continue to work through them even after finishing the book.

Favorite quotes:
- "... the congregation is simply joining the heavenly hosts who are already worshiping God."
- "I can read Scripture... But not for my soul. I can pray for direction but not simply to enjoy being near him... The real power of worship begins in stillness."
- "I wonder if his gratitude didn't just restore his body but also restored his soul. Because that's what worship does by bringing us back to the Source of life and filling us with the wholeness that only Jesus can give." Worship- gratitude - restores the soul!
- "every act of worship here on earth is preparing us, rehearsing us, and moving us closer to that moment" of being face to face with Jesus!
- "... worship is always resistance. It's how we push back against despair. In a world that feels increasingly chaotic and divided, worship proclaims that Jesus is still on the throne and that his victory is certain."

Thank you to Nelson Books and NetGalley for this ARC!

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Thank you to NetGalley, Nelson Books, and Phil Wickham for providing me with an ARC of *Everyday Hallelujah* in exchange for an honest review.

As a huge Phil Wickham fan, I was very excited to read this book, and it did not disappoint. Phil shares his thoughts on worship, faith, and finding joy in everyday life in a way that feels genuine, encouraging, and easy to understand.

I appreciated the personal stories and practical reminders that worship is more than just singing, it can be part of our daily lives. The book was uplifting, inspiring, and left me feeling encouraged in my faith.

I would recommend this book to anyone looking to grow spiritually and deepen their understanding of worship.