Review: Praying with Jane by Rachel Dodge

Praying with Jane

by Rachel Dodge

About the Book

The charm of Jane Austen and her novels has been enjoyed for over 200 years by readers around the world. Much has been written about her fascinating life, yet little is known about Jane’s spiritual side. In this lovely 31-day devotional, you will get an in-depth look at Miss Austen’s vibrant, steadfast prayer and faith life. Her intimate relationship with the Father comes to life through her exquisite prayers, touching biographical anecdotes, intimate excerpts from family letters and memoirs, and illuminating scenes from her novels.

Spiritual insights and Scripture references shed light on the profound meaning behind Miss Austen’s prayers and the enduring truths they contain. Each day ends with a key Bible verse and an invitation to “pray with Jane,” helping to ignite and deepen your own vibrant relationship with the Father.

My Thoughts

What a lovely devotional! As a big fan of Jane Austen, I was intrigued by the idea of a devotional based on her prayers. Yet the book is not focused on Jane; rather, pieces of her life, work, and prayers are used as examples for a closer walk with God. I appreciated that the author used Scripture throughout each devotional to explain meanings behind the prayers. This is something I feel is very important in devotionals and Christian non-fiction, yet is all too often overlooked. Each entry was written in a warm and friendly manner, making it an approachable and enjoyable devotional to read through. You do not have to be familiar with Jane Austen to enjoy this devotional. This book is great for anyone looking for a new devotional to spend a few minutes of the day in.

Overall, Praying with Jane is a wonderful devotional that Jane Austen fans and those unfamiliar with this timeless author alike will enjoy.

I give this book 5 out of 5 stars.

All opinions expressed in this review are my own. Many thanks to Bethany House and NetGalley for the chance to read this lovely devotional.