Springs in the Valley: 365 Daily Devotional Readings

by Mrs. Charles E. Cowman

Mrs. Charles Cowman knew well about life’s dark valleys. She knew, too, about God’s living waters that bubble up in their midst, bringing refreshment and joy to the thirsty traveler. In Springs in the Valley, she shares cool draughts of wisdom and insight into God’s character, drawn from the Scriptures and purified through a lifetime of experience. In print for more than sixty years, this classic daily devotional offers a years' worth of daily meditations, now in a new, definitive edition. Take a moment, tune out the clamor and concerns of today, and let Springs in the Valley wash the busy-ness from your soul in its limpid flow of wise, faith-filled words.

Genres: Devotional, Christian, Nonfiction, Religion, Christianity, Theology, Christian Non Fiction

394 pages, Kindle Edition

First published December 1, 1959

About the author

also published under the name Lettie B. Cowman & L.B. Cowman

Reviews

[Dayva · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had never heard of this book, but noticed it among a box of books at a yard sale. Upon opening it, found a beautiful inscription from a mother to her daughte,r offering the book as a birhtday gift in 1945.
Intrigued, though well worn,I purchased the book for a dollar. In reading it everymorning, as it is a daily devotional, I have found it to be absolutely priceless.
There is such wisdom in these pages, offered up with complete grace.........a truly beautiful little book.
I will find a way to have it rebound and pass it on as a heirloom to my children, and grandchildren. A new copy would not do. The love of a mother on her daughters birthday can be tangibly felt among these pages...........

[Julie Durnell · Rating 3 out of 5]

My nighttime devotional, a bit dated but had lovely poems and stories.

[Amber · Rating 3 out of 5]

The first one "streams in the desert " was profoundly life changing for me. It was like God speaking directly to me every day. Ive given the original one as gifts and every person loves it and points out how prophetic it seems to apply to their life. So go buy that one for sure! Im in my 3rd time of reading through the ORIGINAL. THIS ONE her #2 is not even close to the first one. Its like God anointed the first one and not this. This is an ok daily devotional. Only one out of every 50 speaks to me. There are many devotionals Id recommend before this one. There is more poetry than prose in this one too.

[Paul Allen · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Wealth of Biblical Encouragement!!!

One of my favorite books of all time! This little book has encouraged me many, many times when I have been weary and struggling. I read it almost daily and God has used it lift my spirits and refocus my mind. A must have!

[ARUN · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book f meditation full f comfort and encouragement

[Rick · Rating 4 out of 5]

A later devotional book by the author of the famous Springs In The Desert. I quite like her books and have them all. Old fashioned, but vary good if you have no issue with that.

[Nalini · Rating 5 out of 5]

I like this devotional. Our dad had a hard copy gift from my maternal grandfather. Grew up reading this inspiring book as a family.

[Karen D Battle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Applies to this century.

Very powerful for today's hectic life.I feel I took something from each day.
Applies to today as it was when written last century.

[Dennis Stauffer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice Devotional

It has been in my devotional regimen for years. the only downside is it glories the problems of Christianity to much.

[Lorie Ramsey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic devotional

[Ashton Cameron · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Now none but Christ can satisfy, None other name for me; There’s love, and life, and lasting joy, Lord Jesus, found in Thee!”

[Annie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent daily reflections to edify a Christian.

[Marta Trout · Rating 3 out of 5]

I much preferred STREAMS IN THE DESERT.

[Elena · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved reading the year-long devotional Streams in the Desert two different years and was excited to hear there was a follow-up. This devotional was also great, though I think I preferred the first one the most, which was written in 1918 after she returned after many years serving as missionaries in Japan to the USA with her husband, who was very sick. As she watched him suffer in pain, the devotional was born out of their hardship. It has become a classic for good reason. It was such an encouragement and balm to my soul both years I read it. I don't know the story behind Springs in the Valley (published in 1959 towards the end of her life), but it also has a very similar feel to it. Each day has a short Bible verse and a devotional that usually includes an anecdote from a famous preacher (my favorite, Spurgeon, is in there a lot) and poetry or hymn verses, which is the same layout as Streams in the Desert. I started in 2021 and only made it a few months in before switching to another devotional because it just wasn't the right time. I picked it up again in early 2022 and started from where I left off, which is why I finished before the end of the year.

[Marsha Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Deep insights

This is my favorite daily devotional. The deep, profound truths herein encourage, inspire,convict, illuminate, and set the tone for walking with God all the day long. I have used this devotional for years and it never grows old.

[Jeanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Inspiring devotional; have used it for years.

[Lynda Newman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good, but I enjoy The Streams in the Desert more.

[Steve · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must have

An amazing journey through the year with encouragement every step of the way. A must have for anyone who has ever had a struggle!

[Revis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good devotional. I liked Streams in the Desert better though. But this one was good, too.