About the Book

Book: A Busy Mom’s Prayer Journal: 7 Minutes to Connect with Jesus

Author: Christa Joy Spaeth

Genre: Reflective/Devotional/ Guided/Prompt-Based

Release Date: October 29, 2023

As a busy mom you want to grow closer to Jesus, but it’s so hard to make the time. And when you do, it’s hard to know where to start. Let this guided journal help you to set aside seven minutes daily to reflect powerfully on the goodness of Jesus.

With 50 days of prompts designed specifically for moms just like you, this journal will lead you into fellowship with Jesus, our Perfect Parent, helping you to lean on Him to be encouraged and grow in godly wisdom.

A Busy Mom’s Prayer Journal is divided into five sections, each exploring one aspect of moms’ hearts for their children, so you can journal straight through or skip to a section that speaks to your heart’s need that day.

This journal contains:

Daily inspirational verse to meditate and journal on.
Daily prompts to connect these biblical truths to your life as a women and as a mom, many of which include “thought starters” to help get you started journaling.
Space to document your daily “mom win” to provide positivity and help encourage you.
Guided prayers to be used as a starting point for your personal prayer.
Ample space for writing what you are thankful for daily.

A Busy Mom’s Prayer Journal will help you glimpse the awe-inspiring love Jesus has for you, both as a person and specifically as a mom, in only seven minutes a day.

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"A Busy Mom’s Prayer Journal: 7 Minutes to Connect with Jesus by Christa Joy Spaeth" is mostly a journal. It has plenty of space to write answers to the prompts such as this one on day 7 " Describe a time when you found yourself grumbling and complaining a lot. How were you feeling at that time? Did grumbling help you feel better? How did your complaining affect those around you? Reflect on the situation and consider how you might have handled things differently. These prompts are asked after a Scripture verse, in this case the verse is Philippians 2:14-16. The prayer for his devotion is "Dear Jesus help me grumble less in all situations. Help me change my grumbling thoughts into positive thoughts so I can glorify You. When things like_____________ happen, remind me of the joy that is mine through You and teach me to cling to it even when I feel like I'm complaining. Thank you! In Jesus name, Amen."

Most of the prompts are based on things dealing with motherhood but there are some that are subjects that deal with handling things as a CHRISTIAN. Each journal topic has a Scripture passage, a space to write a gratitude list and space to write Mom wins and a space to write down an encouraging song and a prayer to say and a space to write down what Jesus said to you that day.

I think I would have profited greatly if this book had been available when my son and daughter was young.

I haven't really done journaling for a long time, but I might start with this one since it so easy to just follow the prompts and just skip the ones that deal with raising children since my daughter has grown children and my son has children that live with their mom. I haven't read every one of these devotions but the ones I have I could use when my grandchildren are here. If you haven't started journeying and would like to start, I think this one would be a good place to start. I think this would be a great baby shower gift.

I received a complementally copy from the author and Celebrate Lit and these opinions are my own.

About the Author

Christa Joy Spaeth is a devoted wife, mother, and passionate follower of Jesus who understands the beautiful chaos of raising a family while trying to stay anchored in faith. With a deep love for prayer and the Word of God, she created this journal to help busy moms connect with the Lord in meaningful, manageable ways—no matter how full the day gets.

Through her podcast Praying Daily and her devotional writing, she encourages women to pursue God’s presence with confidence, joy, and authenticity. Her mission is to help moms cultivate a thriving prayer life, experience daily renewal, and walk in the peace and power of God’s promises.

Christa is greatly enjoying going back to her roots of teaching! As a dietitian and foodie, she loves to share her passion for simple cooking and wholesome living.

More from Christa

I’m a mom of two young men, a registered dietitian with a love for fresh milled bread, and gardening, and someone who believes that food, faith, and family are deeply connected. Most days you’ll find me in the kitchen with flour on my shirt, sharing laughs and recipes with my family. My kitchen is usually a little messy!

As a dietitian, I’m passionate about real food and simple meals that bring people together but as a mom, I know how hard it can be to slow down and spend time with the Lord. That’s why I created A Busy Mom’s Prayer Journal: 7 minutes to Connect with Jesus. It’s not just a devotional; it’s a mom win. It’s your permission to breathe, connect with Jesus in the middle of the sometimes-messy chaos, and remember that your prayers don’t have to be perfect or long.

You’ll find quick prayers for hectic mornings, space to scribble your thoughts while the kids nap (or don’t!), and even a few “praise break” prompts for when the laundry is endless.

If you’ve ever whispered a prayer while reheating dinner or felt like you’re doing a million things but still falling short, you’re not alone. I’ve been there, and I wrote this book with you in mind. Let’s walk this journey together — one prayer, one meal, one grace-filled moment at a time.