This devotional is so amazing! The stories are so applicable for each day and the authors cover an array of topics! Easy to read and understand! Such a great and uplifting devotional! I highly recommend!

I enjoyed starting my morning with Take Heart. Some situations applied to me and some did not. I often walked away refreshed and encouraged.

When I just wake up, I cannot dive deep into some devotionals. But this one was just perfect. It often made me step back and feel thankful, encouraged, refreshed, or contemplative...depending on the day.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this devotional book. I really enjoyed how each female author shares a Scripture passage and a personal faith story followed by a heartfelt prayer bringing readers closer to God. It's very uplifting and encouraging during this time of uncertainty we are all going through. The books covers SO many difficult topics that are often taboo to discuss in life but specifically at church. Just some of the issues covered include marriage, fertility, infertility, miscarriage, feeling left out, Godly friendship, daughterhood, motherhood, setting and maintaining healthy relationship boundaries, healing, grief, cancer, racism, racial justice and equality, division, injustice in general, mental health (anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and other mental health issues), the definition of true beauty, courage, shame, disappointment, despair, loneliness, healing past wounds, spiritual growth, new life in Jesus, hope, what you need to battle distraction and fatigue, laughter as grace, seeds of faith, job loss, suicide, life's messiness, discovering beauty amidst busyness, wanting to control but instead control over to God, community, autism, "Are we there yet, God?!", gentleness in parenthood, self-care, rest, waiting, suffering, faith to trust, when all that remains is only Jesus, it's okay to not be okay, seasons of wilderness, gratitude, feeling God's grace in the in-between, and lastly, God is good, but this situation isn't.

To the publisher, (in)courage, THANK YOU for giving me the opportunity to read a digital advance reader copy of this devotional before the release date. I hope to be on launch teams for future (in)courage devotionals. God bless you and your work in this ministry.

Relatable, short daily readings by different women. This book has nuggets of golden encouragement scattered everywhere!

I am not finished the entire book yet, but every morning I open a new page to the exact words I need to hear that day. I love the different stories by different authors. Each story has spoken to me in it's own way. Highly recommend this book.

This devotional covers a wide range of topics-everything from being overweight to anxiety. I feel like there is something in this book for everyone, and while you may not relate to every one of the contributors’ stories, you’ll find you can learn something from each of them.

This devotional isn't your average. It flows well. It doesn't feel limited or separated, so if you forget a day you will not have to worry about catching up as you can go at a pace that feels right for you. I found it difficult to put down. On most occasions, I felt as though I was sitting with my best friend chatting about life. Every woman has a story in this book that could touch them. I've laughed, I've cried, I've had my heart and mind opened. The prayers at the end of each devotional are organic and profound. This book exceeded every expectation I had and every woman in my family will soon have a copy. My sincere hope is that this book touches your soul as it did mine. I received this book in digital format as part of a promotion from NetGalley yet my review is my own honest thoughts.

This is an amazing devotional. There are 100 days in this devotional on various subjects. It can be started at any time and on any day. All of the entries are so encouraging for you or someone you know. This has been one of the most rewarding reads and rereads for me. I received a free copy for participating on the Launch team.

What a great devotional especially in 2020! With so many trials, stressful times and every day challenges. “Take Heart” from the (in)courage community shows us we are not alone in our struggles and dark times. This book reminds us that God is faithful and Always beside us, wanting us to be happy and prosper. I would highly recommend this Devotional especially in 2020!
I received a early digital copy from Net Gallery for my open and honest review.

Life is full of so many surprises, alongside challenges, twist and turns. We all have times of struggles and this book is an incredible comfort. It features so mayn wonderful devotions and stories from real life people and how God brought them through their situations. There is sure to be a devotion and encouragement for everyone who reads this book.

I’m really enjoying Take Heart by the team at (in)courage. They are short devotionals that pack a punch. They are especially good for the year we are having and the emotions many are feeling right now.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book.

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I received an ARC from the publisher. The opinions expressed in this review are my own.

I love using a devotional for focused time with God, and I have done so for almost 50 years. I have enjoyed a great many, but I had never yet found a women’s devotional that spoke in a voice sounding like mine. In “Take Heart: 100 Devotions to Seeing God When Life’s Not OK,” I have finally found one!

I’m so pleased with this book. It goes unerringly to topics that are painful in my life, and no doubt in the lives of many others, too. The subjects have immediate relevance, and foster a sense of intimacy. The prayers are gorgeous, authentic, heartfelt, and at times poetic. I’m so pleased that many of the book’s contributors avoided the use of the personal pronouns he/him for God. I highly recommend ordering “Take Heart”.

I was privileged enough to be a part of the Take Heart launch team and was provided with a complimentary digital copy of this devotional. Can I just say, wow!?! Every entry was like sitting down to have a chat with a friend - straight-shooting, everyday issues, honest, heartfelt, and soul-soothing. Some readings made me sit up straight and think. Others were a balm that left me feeling seen and heard. Some made me laugh or cry - or even both at the same time in that awkward snort-sob kind of way. Written by women going through the same things you and I experience every day, the quality of the topics and the writing is spot on. Quantitively, the entries are quick and easy to read, with a short Scripture (or two or three) and each passage closes with a prayer of reflection. With titles such as "Rest and Be the Beautiful You" by Bonnie Gray, "In the Waiting" by Jen Schmidt, and "The Worthy Cost of Being an Ally" by Michelle Reyes, you'll find relevant topics with soul-searing truth and beautiful voices sharing encouragement straight from the heart. I highly recommend for anyone who finds themselves struggling with the mundane or the not-so-ordinary hiccups that come along the path of life.

I have read many devotionals but this one Was s something special. In the times we live in, this touched on many topics with such open and transparent stories on topics that I feel were so appropriate; anxiety, depression, friendship, midlife, family, loneliness, marriage, and self care to name a few. The stories were touching and real. They touched on topics that pulled real emotion from me. I was given an advanced copy to read in return for an honest review. I have quickly read through the book and am looking forward to starting over and reading day by day as intended to really get the most from it. Posted to goodreads.

I received an advanced copy of Take Heart and I have to say it has been a blessing thus far. The stories the women share are real and authentic. The setting is created to help all women identify with struggles and vulnerability while still be very connected to God. He is the common denominator in all of their stories. I would recommend anyone to pick up a copy. I really like that the stories are personal but not lengthy in wording. Very encouraging!

Such an amazing devotional. I truly cherish this amazing one! All the difference authors and how it was formatted. The prayers were beautiful. Loved to have the opportunity to a chance read and share my opinion. My favorite devotion to date. Just beautiful all the stories reflections. Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous devotional. Highly suggest preorder.

Take Heart was an interesting read with over forty different authors contributing. Though each author wrote in their own style and flavor they wrote with one purpose; to tell of their own struggle and how God met them in the struggle. Not every story reflected something I have personally gone through, or presently in. Still, there was ones that did and they encouraged me greatly. This book is good for personal use and would make a great gift.

The devotions can be read in less than 10 minutes and are written by different women from all walks of life. It’s easy to relate to many of their circumstances. Whether or not you have experienced similar struggles, you are sure to be encouraged by their stories of faith, hope and love.

Finishing this advance copy just left me in awe of God’s promises & character. Thanks to (in)courage & to the publisher Revell!

Take Heart Devotional is indeed a great way to start your day and encourage you to keep going and trusting Jesus in our daily walk with Him. They are brief encouragements, short prayers and testimonies to help us focus on Jesus!

Very timely encouragements!

I was lucky enough to get an advanced copy of this book from the publisher. I haven't finished the book yet but I've read enough to know that this is a fabulous resource! Although each story/devotion is different and I might not have had the same experience as the authors, the whole thing feels like a friend that listens and loves you no matter what and you know you're not alone. It points you to the source of all comfort, our Creator and Savior. The One who never leaves us. I can't wait to read more!