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When God Shows Up vs. devotional apps and personalized studies
There are good subscription devotional apps and services that write a study for your season of life. Here is how these books are different, so you can choose what fits.
| When God Shows Up | Subscription apps and personalized studies | |
|---|---|---|
| How you pay | Once. $4.99 a book or $26.99 for all 8 | Often a monthly subscription, or a higher price for one custom study |
| Cost per day | About 11 to 17 cents | Varies |
| Who writes it | One named author, James Anthony Bucci | Varies; sometimes not named |
| Scripture | King James key verse every day | Varies |
| Keep it forever | Yes, the PDF is yours | Subscriptions end when you stop paying |
When a personalized study is the better choice
If you want something written about your exact situation, a personalized study may suit you better. These books follow the Bible’s own stories, grouped by theme: faith, second chances, waiting, provision and more.
When these books help more
If you want something simple and affordable that you can keep, share with a group and come back to, a one-time PDF works well. Pick a theme that fits your season, or get all eight.
Questions
- Is there a subscription?
- No. Every price is one time. The free 7-day devotional is free with no card.
- Who writes the books?
- James Anthony Bucci, who shares one-minute Bible stories every day on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook.
- Can I use these with a group?
- Yes. Each book has a free six-week leader guide. One copy is all a leader needs, members are encouraged to get their own $4.99 copy, and churches can ask for a group discount.
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