As part of my routine, I study the Bible every day, usually at night after my kids are in bed. However, I also like to take a few minutes in the morning to focus my thoughts and start the day moving in the right direction. During 2011, I plan to use the Daily Guideposts 2011 devotional book to help me start my day off right. Daily Guideposts contains short inspirational pieces for each day of the year. The theme for this year’s book is Growing in Love, and each day includes includes a Bible verse for reflection, a true, first-person story, and a brief prayer.
Normally, I read an entire book before I write a review. As this is a 2011 devotional that I plan to use, I did not read it word for word, but I will share what I like about it. Each day’s message is contained on one page. They are brief, and easy to read in only a few minutes. Although the passages are short, they are thought-provoking, meaningful, and personal. The devotionals are written by 55 different contributors, each with different life experiences. I especially liked that the book includes a section with biographical information on each of the authors. Finally, there is a space where you can write some short thoughts of your own each day. I recommend this book for its inspirational message and for its ability to direct the reader’s thoughts in a short period of time. While I believe everyone should take the time for in-depth study, we all need some quick refreshers each day as well.
Daily Guideposts is in its 35th year. This devotional book is a perennial favorite, and it would make a great gift for any Christian, especially someone who is constantly on the go (this would be a great book to keep in the car to read when picking up kids or during lunch break). I know that as a busy mom, I appreciate the opportunity to think about what is most important, and with these short pieces, I can refocus in only a few minutes before I start my day.
We have a copy of Daily Guideposts 2011 to give to one of you. If you would like to win a copy, please leave a comment on this post.
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5 Minutes for Books reviewer Lauren is a wife, mother of two, and an avid reader. She thanks Phenix Publicity for the review copy of this book. Lauren blogs at Baseballs and Bows.
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I would love to win this book. I love reading Guideposts. Thanks
I have 5 children and 1 grandchild. I would love to win this. My reading time is so limited that this would be perfect for me, It sounds wonderful.
I think this would be a great book to have.
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I would like to win! Please and thank you!
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Looks like a great devotional
Thanks for the chance.
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I would love this.
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I have always enjoyed reading daily devotionals and love reading inspirational stories, but I must admit that I’ve let my daily devotions slip. Hitting the snooze buttong more these days, and falling asleep in my daughter’s bed shortly after we finish bed time story. I’m sure other mom’s go through the same thing. A short daily devotion and inspirational story would perfect for anyone, but especially for us moms! Thank you for this give away and GOODLUCK to everyone. I know who ever gets this will be pleased.
This is what everybody needs!!
My Mother would love this!! Thanks so much for the chance to win!
I would love to win this and begin my day with the words it shares
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I’d have a hard time deciding if I would keep this for myself or give it to my Mother-in-Law. Thanks for the giveaway!
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My DIL would love to have this.
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I’m always looking for a good yearly devotional. I would love to win this 🙂
I’d love to win a copy of this book – sometimes I need a little inspiration. Thanks for the giveaway!
I would love to give this to my mother. She loves these books.
Starting the morning with this would be wonderful and help me to be the person that I want to be.
What a perfect thing to start you day off.
This book would help me start out the new year in an inspiring way.
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Everyone needs a little inspiration in the morning. It would definitely keep my mind on the right path.
I would love to win this- it looks like a great way to start 2011!!
Thanks for the great giveaway!! 🙂
I would love to win this and give it to my best friend as a gift.
would love this for 2011!!
This has been a very difficult year. Please include me. Maybe a daily moment like this would help refocus for 2011
Oh, I strive to start my day off with the Lord each day however I find it hard some mornings as the littles make spending as much time as I’d like, difficult. Judging by the comments, I’m not the only one 🙂
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I’ve been trying to find a way to squeeze in daily bible readings into my day, but it’s difficult with early risers. This seems like a great devotional to be able to do it with!
This would be a great devo for 2011!
love devotionals!
i’d love this for next year!
I would love this. It would help each day be better for me and keep me on the right path.
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I would love to win this book. Generally I do my bible study/devotionals in the evenings, but I’ve been thinking of switching to mornings. Might be a better way to start my day rather than hitting the snooze button a few times.
I grew up reading my mom’s Guideposts each month. I would love to win this!
I love Guideposts and have subscribed for years. Would love to win this book!
I’ve been looking for my next devotional! This looks like a great one!
What a great giveaway! I love the idea of keeping this in the car while out and about waiting on the kiddos!
I would love to win this. Starting your day off with a devotion is a great way to get closer to God.
this devotional looks great, sounds like something i need. 🙂
I would love a chance to win this! I agree with you about starting your day out , focused on God. Sets the tone for the day.
this looks like a nice daily devotional 🙂
thanks!
if this is open to canadians I would love to win it. It is so hard to find time to read more than a page at a time.