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When God Shows Up vs. a reading plan and a notebook
A reading plan and a notebook cost almost nothing and can work beautifully. Here is when that is enough, and when a little structure helps you keep going.
| When God Shows Up | A reading plan and notebook | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99 a book; first 7 days free | Free or nearly free |
| What to read today | Chosen for you: one story a day | You choose |
| Help understanding it | Plain-language retelling and a short reflection | On your own |
| What to write about | Three journal prompts a day | Blank page |
| Group use | Free leader guide | Make your own questions |
When a plan and a notebook are enough
If you already read most days and like working through Scripture on your own, keep going. You don’t need a book.
When these books help more
If a blank page and a long reading list are why the days slip by, having the story, the verse, the prayer and the questions ready makes it easier to start. You can still keep a notebook: the prompts tell you what to write about.
Questions
- Do I still read the Bible itself?
- Yes. Every day gives you the passage to read for yourself in your own Bible.
- How long does a day take?
- About ten to fifteen minutes, including the journal prompts.
- Can I try it first?
- Yes. The 7-day devotional and the daily app are free, and all 240 stories can be read free on this site.
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