When your heart and soul connects with words and stories that have seemingly been written with you in mind, you know you’re on to something rare and special.

I’m so moved by this devotional . . . it’s thoughtfully composed and crafted!

Matchless in oratory and authentic presentation, the tone of this devotional is the most beautiful thing about it. Brimming with hope, dripping with rawness, and pointing us to Christ (who is the ultimate comforter in every spiritual, emotional, and physical discomfort that we go through), anyone and everyone can find themselves in the stories. I absolutely love the intimate prayers that are offered at the end of each story...they speak to the beauty of being vulnerable in what we feel, yet confident in the Father’s nonjudgmental ability to hear us when we call on Him. How precious!

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Healing, comfort, peace, acceptance and love awaits among the pages.

Let me start by telling you—I do not like women’s devotionals. I usually find them unchallenging and unsubstantial. I’m a pastor, so I like to see women growing and learning deeply in Scripture, and most books just don’t do this.

Take Heart is not most books. I’m enjoying and learning from almost every single one of the devotionals in this book. They’re written from real world experience that drew the writers into a closer relationship with God. They admit pain and doubt. They sit with women who don’t have answers. They dive into the scriptures that speak to that pain and come up with hope in their words.

I see so much depth and honest love for God in the writers, and it comes out in devotionals that will center the women who read them in faith and hope. Especially for this year—read it yourself or give someone else the gift of honesty and hope the writers of Take Heart offer. We all need it right now!

This book is a deep and profound look into the very depths of precious hearts. We have all felt anxiety, pain, trauma, feeling left out, lost, angry....you name it, we have felt it. This book gives us glimpses into those moments in real lives and (in)courages us to feel seen in our own moments. I am currently walking through my husband being left side paralyzed and we are struggling for restored limb movement and pushing back the doubt and darkness while we try to hold on to joy in the moment. It's tough. The past few days have been dark and lonely in my own thoughts and then I remembered I was previewing this book. While reading through the pages, I couldn't put it down. I know I am supposed to read one a day but I felt like I had the chip bag open and I couldn't close it. I had to have more. One or two just did not satisfy...it was that good! Do you know someone walking through a hard time, or going to walk through a hard time or has walked through a hard time? This book is for that "someone" (pretty much every person on the face of this planet). Be blessed - be seen - be known and be loved.

Take Heart is such a great devotional book! I love how all the different writers share their real-life experiences and never let go of hope in the hard places. They point to the unfailing hope of Jesus and remind us He is always with us, no matter what we're going through. The stories they share are so relatable and easy to identify with, and they offer so much encouragement!

My favorite thing about this devotional is that it is raw, real and vulnerable, reaching into subjects that the Christian community sometimes likes to dust under the rug. I felt like the writers of each devo were willing to sit in my sorrow as well as my joy with me. I left each quiet time feeling revived, ready to start each day for the Kingdom. We need each other, and the transparency written in this book reminded me that God meant for us to live in community, loving on each other in spirit and truth.

Another great resource provided by the folks over at Incourage. 100 devotionals by a variety of contributors which each include a short story and a prayer. The stories help you get to know the writers on a personal, relatable level in addition to finding out what parts of the Bible they turn to when faced with a challenge. Several of the stories talk about mental health struggles, which is not always a topic that churches talk about themselves. This book would make a great gift for someone in your life that you sense just needs a little encouragement. You don't even have to know exactly what they're going through to gift it. There is such a variety of stories and topics that the receiver can easily choose what speaks to them or find a contributor that they're familiar with. This is also a resource for anyone who's interested in finding a new writer in the Christian faith to connect with.

This easy to read book is full of thought-provoking, encouraging, and comforting devotions. The women who contributed to this devotional really opened up their hearts as they shared their honest and relatable personal stories of daily hardships and life changing trials. I would recommend having this book on hand as it offers so much encouragement for so many situations.

This is one of the best devotional books I have read. Very relatable, easy to read, and gives me hope. I loved it. Highly recommend!

I have really enjoyed this new devotional from the (in)courage community. When a friend shares how they experience Jesus in their own journey through pain or trial there are invaluable lessons learned and encouragement shared. The devotions in Take Heart have that “friend sharing” kind of feel as they point toward hope in the God who is always enough. The devotions are written by a diverse collaboration of authors with a wide range of life experience who share with transparency and empathy. Perfect for the stress of this crazy moment in time.

I received an ARC from the publisher for honest review.

Relatable, applicable and honest. That’s how I feel about this book. Take Heart (100 devotions...) is full of true stories that will meet you where you are in your time of need, and give you the encouragement you need to keep going, or the hug you need to keep from falling apart. (Edited to add that I was fortunate to receive an advanced copy from NetGalley & the publisher.❤️)

It is no coincidence that this devotional was published in 2020. People who weren’t struggling in life before 2020 surely are now. “Take Heart” is a must-have for every woman because we all have times when life is not okay. The 100 devotionals are packed full of hope, empathy, and truth. When times are hard, it helps to know someone else has been there and come out on the other side. Whether you are struggling with marriage, family, loss, depression, or just day-to-day life, this devotional will encourage you and point you to the One who makes everything turn out well in the end: JESUS. I plan to keep copies of this important book to give as encouragement gifts to friends in hard seasons.

This book is a blessing. This year has been rough to say the least with fires in California covid 19 in the world and so much loss. From loosing loved ones to people losing jobs, homes it’s been a difficult year.
This book brings perspective into the scene. God is sovereign, yes but he is as close to us as the mention of his name. He brings peace when we need it most. He brings joy when our strength is gone. This book of devotions is a welcomed and needed fresh air.
Get a copy of book today and for the next 100 days you will have scriptures to help you when days are long and hard. You will read encouragement when loss is great. You will find validation for your grief.

Need some encouraging words to start your day, or keep you going when the times are tough? Take Heart is the perfect devotional to read in 2020 when so much of our lives seem far from normal. Many women, often in challenging circumstances, have openly shared their heart in these fairly brief entries in order to be an encouragement to someone else. This isn’t an answer book; it won’t solve your problems. But it lets you know that you are not alone in spite of feelings of uncertainty, loneliness, inadequacy, physical challenges and many other emotions which can drag us down if we don’t remember the true source of comfort for us all. This devotional has consistent reminders that we are cherished and loved with an everlasting love. I highly recommend this book, which will be released on October 20.

“… remember that God promises to be with the brokenhearted. Period. No restrictions or expiration dates.” Mary Carver, Take Heart

I received an advance copy of this book in return for an honest review.

I have loved reading this devotional! As a disclaimer right outta the gate, I led the launch team for this book, so I am quite biased, as you can imagine! The contributing writers were raw, real, and relevant to the real, walking-around lives of women like me. They didn't gloss over their pain or suffering, or spin it to sound like they were super-spiritual. There was nothing uppity about them. Such a refreshing change from some of the devotionals I've picked up and leafed through in the past. What a gift for hurting hearts.

I enjoyed this devotional very much! I love the honesty of the writers sharing their personal struggles while offering encouragement. Each devotion is short, offering a scripture and a prayer. Any woman will find themselves in these devotions which are relevant for such a time as this!

Life isn't always like you've imagined it. Take Heart is an encouraging devotional designed to help you through hard times with Scripture and relatable stories.

What I liked:
-Some devotionals can gloss over real problems and real life. This is not one of them. It does not deny God's power over our problems, but it acknowledges that sometimes we have to walk the hard road. Thankfully, God is with us through those hard times! I highlighted this passage: "He is not surprised by your weakness, nor is He turned off by it. Instead, He longs to comfort you in it." I also made a note of "God promises that even in our pain, we are seen. We count."
- The overarching theme to these devotions would be that life is hard, but God is with you. Even through the hardest times! I appreciated that the authors shared not only their problems but their hope. I found that the writings were authentic about the pain of the challenges faced, but also full of hope in God's presence and provision.
- I did read more than one a day so I could review the book. As an empathetic person, this did overwhelm me at times. However, that speaks to how well the devotions are written, as they made you identify with the trials the writers were experiencing.

Items to note:
- There is a style choice for the headings, at least in the advance reader copy I had, to keep all of the words in the heading in lower case. This isn't a choice I would have made, especially when Jesus' or God's name was used.
- Not every devotional applies to me, and not every writer approaches their Christian walk the same as I do. You may come to the same conclusions. It's always good to read with discernment, no matter what you are reading.

I do think that this could be an encouragement to the many women who will read it!

What a perfectly timed book for a tough year. I was lucky enough to read an ARC of this fantastic book. I have yet to meet a person who has not experienced challenges, pain, suffering, stress, or other hard emotions. The reasons are as varied as the people who live them. This book has so many different, heartfelt devotionals, there are sure to be a number each reader can relate to. Plus they are so well written that you are drawn in even if you haven't experienced the situation personally. I highly recommend reading this book, I think your soul will feel seen, and maybe even more hope filled or at least a little lighter after reading it.

I loved reading this devotional. It came at a time in my life when I was really struggling with anxiety and depression, along with some other struggles in my life. These devotions helped me remember Jesus is always with me and also that I'm not alone. I felt such a sense of peace when reading each of these devotions. I recommend this book to anyone who is currently struggling with something, which really is most of us.

I'm so thankful for this devotional.

Take Heart is a devotional that is on time for the climate that we are in. If you are hurting and need to be encouraged this is the devotional for you. I connected with the book from the intro throughout.  Its filled with 100 devotions by wonderful women authors like Liz Curtis Higgs, Jennifer Dukes Lee , Michele Cushatt, Jen Schmidt, and Kristen Strong among others. Some of my favorites that really spoke to me were the devotionals titled " Unraveling Anxiety,  A Different Kind Of Freedom, When Sadness Sits On Your Lap, New Life For Dry Bones, and Tired Of  Being Scared." All of the devotions are life changing and offers hope. You can use the subject in the back of the book to  read devotions based on subject or your favorite author. This is a devotional that you will highlight, take notes in the margins and want to share with another woman.

This is such a beautifully written book. I am so glad I got the opportunity to read it! This devotional was written by a variety of authors, with stories of struggle and faith that could inspire anyone. The Take Heart devotional is written with heart. The women and their stories will inspire, encourage, and comfort people from all walks of life. I found many passages so applicable to life, and so helpful. Highly recommend.