While being in the midst of a long and tough waiting season this devotional has been really helpful with refocusing my perspective. The devotions are a quick read, but a little more in depth than most devotions I'm used to, which I like. There's also two questions each devotion which prompt you to think deeper about your faith walk and reflect on who God is and what He has done for you. Ashley did a really great job with this devotional and I'm thankful to be able to read and meditate on this during my current season of life.

Thanks to Netgalley and WaterBrook & Multnomah, WaterBrook for a digital ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I love this devotional! It provides with such a great resource to keep my mind focused on who Jesus is and what God is doing in the midst of the waiting season!

What I Thought about the Devotional:
I thought this devotional was sweet. It is a good supplementation with Bible reading. There were parts that were encouraging and hope filled.

What Stood Out:
I like when the author mentioned we need to be grateful for what God has given us. We can pray for godly desires while being thankful for what we have.

I love how the author highlighted God's grace for us. She mentioned there is forgiveness for our sins and mistakes, and even if we veer off course, God will always fulfill his plans for our lives.

Minus a Star:
Some parts of the devotional I perceived were slightly prosperity gospel. I want to point out this was my perception, and I might be wrong. I got the impression with a certain devotion that the author implied God will give us our desires eventually, even if we need to wait a while.
Sometimes Godly desires, for example, wanting children, God says no to.

Scripture, Jeremiah 29:11, was used out of context in the devotional. I point this out humbly. I have used this scripture out of context before, but God corrected me.

I believe this author has a heart for the Lord.
As always, be discerning when reading devotionals, and never replace devotionals for your Bible reading.

This is a great devotional book. Short and sweet to easily read daily and yet also very applicable and gives you questions to make you think. I highly recommend this devotional! I recieved a free copy of the book from netgalley in exchange for my honest opinion.

Wonderful devotional, very relatable and pulled at the heartstrings on multiple occasions. This seems a bit more geared to a young woman in/around her late 20s to early 30s, but I think both younger and older women will enjoy this. The readings were short but thorough. Sometimes short devotionals can read a bit “surface level”, if you will, but that wasn’t the case here. Ashley did a wonderful job at connecting with the reader through her personal life experiences and their connections with Christ.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read this in exchange for an honest review.

Concise and inspiring. Love this.
Thanks to author, publisher and Netgalley for the chance to read this book. While I got the book for free it had no bearing the rating I gave it.

I am so loving this devotional!! It hits me right where I need it, and it is so encouraging and real. Thank you for the ARC!!

Ashley Hetherington’s compelling work, The Joy of the In-Between, delves into the profound journey of trusting God for guidance by emphasizing the virtues of patience and divine timing. With a captivating narrative, Hetherington imparts invaluable wisdom, drawing from her quest for a devout life partner. Her eloquent prose weaves a tale of unwavering faith and portrays the significance of consistency in the face of life’s uncertainties. In this enlightening read, Hetherington skillfully educates readers about the boundless benefits of God’s grace in times of need. She illuminates the transformative power of trust and belief in God’s perfect plan. The author’s sincere exploration of faith resonates deeply, reminding readers of the immeasurable strength in surrendering to a higher power.

Are you sick of waiting for your “real” life to begin? This joy-filled daily devotional offers the abundant peace that comes when you place your trust in God’s plan and start living today—from the founder of The Honey Scoop.

Perhaps you've found yourself in a season of “not yet”—whether you don’t yet have the career you've been working for, the spouse you've been praying for, or the life you've been hoping for. Maybe you feel like you're somewhere in between one chapter ending and a new one beginning, unsure of when or how God will show up for you in the waiting.

As the founder of The Honey Scoop, Ashley Hetherington is deeply connected to the pain points of young women. In the midst of her own waiting season, Ashley has met countless others who feel like they are in the hallway to God’s promises for their lives. They wonder when God is going to open the next door, answer their deep desires, and show up in a tangible way. She understands that not knowing the future when everything feels uncertain can cause you to question God and struggle to trust in His goodness.

In The Joy of the In-Between , Hetherington offers daily encouragement for having faith as you wait for what’s next, and guidance for trusting God with your life right where you are. Ashley proposes that the in-between days are ripe for knowing God’s voice and experiencing His presence. They’re not a hyphen between two important chapters, but a chance to experience more joy, more purpose, and more connection. Waiting is a season that can be marked by abundant peace rather than frustration and chaos.

I really enjoyed this book, I appreciated the practical applications, the reassurance that I am not the only one feeling at a loose end, wondering ‘what next’ or when my life will start.

The daily encouragement was like a pep talk for my soul, short and to the point, and I found it changed my daily mindset.

This is definitely a book I shall be returning to time and time again.

Thank you to NetGalley for a copy of this book in return for my honest review.

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