This book was not what I would consider engaging for a seasoned Christian. However, I do believe that this would be a great gift for someone who is new in the faith. I love that each devotional starts with scripture.

This book of 365 short meditations begins with Advent and continues through the year. Each entry includes a quote from the Bible followed by something to think about.

This is a book for those who are of the Christian/Catholic faith primarily. It does offer some good opportunity for reflection. Think of concepts like grace and gratitude.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Loyola Press for this title. All opinions are my own.

Thank you NetGalley! I have always liked these types of books. Loved this type of prayer calendar. It would extremely helpful and insightful while using it through your the year. .

I received a free copy of, 2025: A Book of Grace-Filled Days, by Vinita Hampton Wright, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. I cant believe it will be 2025 soon, the years go by so fast. This book starts in Dec. 2024 and ends in Dec 2025. Start your advent off right with this book With daily devotions and prayers. A very good guide for the new year.

The story flowed well and the characters were well developed. I recommend this book and look forward to more from this author.


****Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an ARC in exchange for my honest review****

With this book ,everyone will enthusiast welcome 2025 next year with more grace and gratitude. This is a great book for you.

I like how this book gives out prayers for each day of the year starting from December 2024 all the way until December 2025. I would recommend it to anyone who is looking for daily prayers and bible verses.

2025: A BOOK OF GRACE-FILLED DAYS by Vinita Hampton Wright appealed to me because I was looking for a guide to daily meditation. Unfortunately, this text was a big disappointment. I found it to be overly religious and dealing only with Christian readings. The selections were fine, they just should have been more varied - I would prefer a more ecumenical set of readings and commentary.

**"2025: A Book of Grace-Filled Days"** is a beautiful and reflective companion. It's wonderful and meaningful and it encourages introspection. Let's explore some passages from the book together:

1. **Grace**: The concept of grace is powerful. It reminds us that we are not alone, that there is something greater than ourselves that extends love, forgiveness, and compassion. Whether it's a moment of unexpected kindness or a sense of peace, grace touches our lives in various ways.

2. **Days**: Each day is a gift, a chance to start anew. The book seems to invite readers to appreciate the ordinary moments—the sunrise, a warm cup of tea, a smile from a stranger—as sacred. These small moments accumulate into a rich tapestry of life.

3. **Reflection**: Meditation and reflection are essential practices. They allow us to pause, step back, and observe our thoughts, emotions, and experiences. In this busy world, taking time to meditate can indeed be a form of grace—a way to connect with our inner selves and find clarity.

4. **Abundance**: Sometimes, we overlook the abundance around us. The book seems to encourage readers to see beyond scarcity—to recognize the blessings, relationships, and opportunities that surround us. When we shift our perspective, we realize we have more than we often acknowledge.

5. **Companionship**: A good book can be a faithful companion. It accompanies us through life's ups and downs, offering solace, wisdom, and inspiration. "2025: A Book of Grace-Filled Days" seems like a companion that invites us to explore our hearts and souls.

Remember that books have a way of finding us when we need them most. Perhaps this book found you at the perfect moment, inviting you to reflect and embrace grace.

Starts on December 1st, 2024, the first day of Advent. There is a Scripture reference, a brief reflection, and then various Scriptures from the Old and New Testaments. After Advent, the readings progress into Ordinary Time, and celebrations of various saints and martyrs. Then it enters the season of Lent, Holy Week, and the Easter season. Then the Ascension, Pentecost, and back into Ordinary Time until we circle back to Advent again. There are various holidays and celebrations woven throughout as well. While there is not necessarily depth to all the reflections, they are invitations for you to explore more on your own, using Scripture, and asking the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit to guide your times of reflection. I appreciate the cadence and rhythm of the church calendar. A great resource for those keeping time with the calendar and willing to dig deeper in their own readings.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher via NetGalley and all opinions expressed are solely my own, freely given.

The focus of this book is the grace of God, encouraging readers to focus not on doctrine or difference but on things we have in common:

The focus is on Jesus who reveals to us what our souls hunger to know about God.

For those of us who like to start early, it begins on the 1st Sunday in Advent 2024 and takes us all the way through to 31st December 2025.

It is a deeply personal book, Vinita has given us brush strokes of her heart and mind alongside the provision of grace by God. The strokes of the brush are short reflections on a verse or two from scripture with the full lectionary readings from Year C at the bottom of each page.

There is enough room on each page to make notes too. This is invaluable.

What could make this book better? A wee motif that could be coloured in as we reflect on scripture and pray.

Teach me, Lord, the way of your decrees,
that I may follow it to the end.
Psalm 119:33

A faith-building devotional with Scripture and a daily prayer strengthened my Christian walk and gave me joy. Runs from Advent 2024 through all of 2025. Recommended!