Janet Holm McHenry is a new-to-me author. Having read the front page and comments from others, she is very well known in the Christian world, encouraging people for many years, especially women to read through the Bible every year. Looking Up! Finding Joy as You Read and Pray through the Bible is her newest book focusing on joy. It was that word that cause me to pick up this book. Joy has been my word of the year.

This devotional is a joy to read. I was pleasantly surprised to see that the author’s words were short and to the point while the focus of your time was to be spent reading the Bible. I haven’t had the book long enough to say that I have read through the Bible, but I have read through this devotional. I can say that I was impressed, moved and given much to ponder as I then read the Scriptures. Many of the chosen focus verses were ones used in sermons I have heard over the years but her ideas, and thoughts on them were fresh and original. All relevant to the times in which we live. A short prayer is also given to start you off, but it is the Keep Looking Up! Statement that often I found myself thinking about over and over, moving me to action. An example such as, “ Sharing your testimony of God’s goodness, usually works better than sharing advice.” was powerful but simple. I recommend this book to all who read God’s Word, it will encourage you to do so all 365 days, and hopefully you read completely through in a year.

I love how personal this devotion book is, it feels like Janet is having a conversation with you in each devotion. She gives you personal accounts of her experiences.
I wanted to read this because every photo I’ve seen of Janet has drawn me in with her sweet smile. I almost feel like I personally know her, even more so now that I’m reading her words.

I loved that the book included what verses to read each day if you want to read through the Bible in a year. And I liked the thought at the bottom of each page that that sums up that day’s devotion.

Perfect title - Keep Looking Up! - great advice for every day!

I do wish I could read this in my Kindle instead of the Net Galley app. It is not near as convenient or user friendly.

Thank you Net Galley for allowing me to read this book. The opinions are entirely my own.

Have you read through the Bible in a year? Or have you tried to? This devotional can help! Each day's entry gives you the passage to read, a scripture verse or two, then a short story or analogy, plus an end quote.

I like how Janet shares her experiences and insights throughout the devotional. If you need a little encouragement to read through the Bible in a year, this might be the devotional for you!

I have yet to finish reading this devotional book but I just wanted to
Say how powerful this book is already I just opened it to today’s date and started reading and everything just fit into place like a puzzle piece. While reading these pages just open up and let God take control so he can fill you with joy!!