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A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul: 100 Days of Peace for the Calm You Crave
Find the relief you’ve been longing for—calm your racing thoughts, soothe your anxious soul, and experience the peace of Jesus through 100 transformative devotions.
“When life unravels, God promises to hold you together.”
In a world that fuels stress and overwhelm, anxiety can feel like an unshakable weight. Spiraling fear, constant worry, and deep exhaustion leave you knotted up and struggling to find peace. But where anxiety tears you down, God offers rest and freedom.
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul is your daily lifeline of Scripture, encouragement, and practical tools to help you navigate anxiety with faith and hope. Drawing from her own experience with an anxiety disorder, Bible teacher Becky Keife shares relatable stories, grounding breath exercises, and peace practices to help you
• settle the mental storm and feel less alone in your struggle
• connect with God through prayers when words feel impossible
• replace worry with trust in God’s unshakable promises
• build healthy rhythms to manage daily anxiety
Even when anxiety persists, you can cultivate greater confidence and faith by putting Jesus in every situation you envision. Plus, learn to Inhale Truth and Exhale Trust with 100 breath meditations designed to provide the calm you crave every single day.
This is the book you’ll return to again and again, a trusted companion to help you overcome anxiety and discover lasting peace in Jesus.
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul makes a thoughtful and meaningful gift
• Anyone seeking calm in the chaos of stress, anxiety, or overwhelm
• Friends walking through seasons of grief or uncertainty
• Small groups focused on prayer, encouragement, or mental health support
• Women and men ready for a fresh way to connect with God daily
• Teens and young adults navigating the pressures of an anxious world
• Pastors, teachers, and caregivers who hold the anxieties of others
“When life unravels, God promises to hold you together.”
In a world that fuels stress and overwhelm, anxiety can feel like an unshakable weight. Spiraling fear, constant worry, and deep exhaustion leave you knotted up and struggling to find peace. But where anxiety tears you down, God offers rest and freedom.
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul is your daily lifeline of Scripture, encouragement, and practical tools to help you navigate anxiety with faith and hope. Drawing from her own experience with an anxiety disorder, Bible teacher Becky Keife shares relatable stories, grounding breath exercises, and peace practices to help you
• settle the mental storm and feel less alone in your struggle
• connect with God through prayers when words feel impossible
• replace worry with trust in God’s unshakable promises
• build healthy rhythms to manage daily anxiety
Even when anxiety persists, you can cultivate greater confidence and faith by putting Jesus in every situation you envision. Plus, learn to Inhale Truth and Exhale Trust with 100 breath meditations designed to provide the calm you crave every single day.
This is the book you’ll return to again and again, a trusted companion to help you overcome anxiety and discover lasting peace in Jesus.
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul makes a thoughtful and meaningful gift
• Anyone seeking calm in the chaos of stress, anxiety, or overwhelm
• Friends walking through seasons of grief or uncertainty
• Small groups focused on prayer, encouragement, or mental health support
• Women and men ready for a fresh way to connect with God daily
• Teens and young adults navigating the pressures of an anxious world
• Pastors, teachers, and caregivers who hold the anxieties of others
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Published October 28, 2025
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November 20, 2025
I absolutely loved this book and would recommend this to anyone who is struggling with anxiety and fear.
This books shares 100 verses with a devotional, breathing exercise and a prayer. Its very inspiring and show different ways to see and deal with anxiety.
I loved when the author would share stories from her life and how she dealt with it.
This book really gave me a new way to look at my anxiety and how anxiety can bring us closer to God.
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
⭐️: 3
This books shares 100 verses with a devotional, breathing exercise and a prayer. Its very inspiring and show different ways to see and deal with anxiety.
I loved when the author would share stories from her life and how she dealt with it.
This book really gave me a new way to look at my anxiety and how anxiety can bring us closer to God.
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.
⭐️: 3
December 31, 2025
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul is a comforting and assuring devotional book for those with an anxiety disorder. These devotions help those seeking security in God’s promises and relaxes their minds and hearts.
I don’t experience anxiety often, but I know people who really struggle with it. I love the reassurance each two-page daily reading provides, with a central scripture verse or verses, a short reading, and a closing prayer. I especially appreciate the highlighted breathing section that emphasizes that we can Inhale Truth and Exhale Trust in each devotion. These highlights are simple yet illuminate a certainty we can always trust.
The subtitle says it all: 100 Days of Peace for the Calm You Crave. The table of Contents showcases various topics for a reader who might be seeking comfort in a particular way (connection, resting, giving thanks, prayer, etc.) This lovely book makes a thoughtful gift for the New Year, especially for someone who have a heavy or anxious nature.
First Line: God gave me a mental picture that I never want to forget.
Genre: Devotional
Author: Becky Keife
Page Count: 256
#CoverLoverBookReview received a review copy of this book. Opinions are 100% my own.
I don’t experience anxiety often, but I know people who really struggle with it. I love the reassurance each two-page daily reading provides, with a central scripture verse or verses, a short reading, and a closing prayer. I especially appreciate the highlighted breathing section that emphasizes that we can Inhale Truth and Exhale Trust in each devotion. These highlights are simple yet illuminate a certainty we can always trust.
The subtitle says it all: 100 Days of Peace for the Calm You Crave. The table of Contents showcases various topics for a reader who might be seeking comfort in a particular way (connection, resting, giving thanks, prayer, etc.) This lovely book makes a thoughtful gift for the New Year, especially for someone who have a heavy or anxious nature.
First Line: God gave me a mental picture that I never want to forget.
Genre: Devotional
Author: Becky Keife
Page Count: 256
#CoverLoverBookReview received a review copy of this book. Opinions are 100% my own.
October 27, 2025
The Bible-based grounding and breathwork were my favorite parts of this devotional. While A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul isn’t meant to be your only resource if you’re really struggling with anxiety, it’s a wonderful tool to keep in your toolbox for those anxious or overwhelming days. You can tell Becky Keife has lived—and continues to live—through what she’s writing about, and that makes her words feel genuine and refreshing.
3.75 Stars, rounded down.
Thank you NetGally for a digital ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.
3.75 Stars, rounded down.
Thank you NetGally for a digital ARC copy in exchange for an honest review.
October 26, 2025
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul by Becky Keife
100 Days of Peace for the Calm You Crave: A Devotional
Find the relief you’ve been longing for—calm your racing thoughts, soothe your anxious soul, and experience the peace of Jesus through 100 transformative devotions.
“A lifeline from someone who truly understands what it’s like to live with anxiety . . . Her words are tender and theologically rich, free of shame or spiritual striving.”—Jennifer Dukes Lee, author of Growing Slow and It’s All Under Control
Anxiety can make you feel stuck, restless, and overwhelmed—your thoughts spinning, your chest tight, your prayers coming up empty. But God hasn’t abandoned you in your struggle. He’s inviting you into His unshakable peace.
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul is your daily companion to help you quiet the chaos within and anchor your heart in God’s truth. Through Scripture, honest reflections, and simple peace practices, Bible teacher Becky Keife draws from her own experience with anxiety disorder to offer you a path to
• settle your mental storms (even at three in the morning)
• connect with God through prayer when words feel impossible
• recognize you’re not alone in your struggle
• develop healthy rhythms for managing daily anxiety
• rest securely in the unchanging faithfulness of God
You don’t need to numb out, push through, or figure this out alone. These transformative devotions will help you discover true freedom and see that even in your anxiety, God is near.
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul makes a thoughtful and meaningful gift for:
Anyone seeking calm in the chaos of stress, anxiety, or overwhelm
Friends walking through seasons of grief or uncertainty
Small groups focused on prayer, encouragement, or mental health support
Women and men ready for a fresh way to connect with God daily
Teens and young adults navigating the pressures of an anxious world
Pastors, teachers, and caregivers who hold the anxieties of others
The books contains 100 verses, and a devotion.
A wonderful resource.
The book is easy to read and understand.
I recommend this book.
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul by Becky Keife is a 5 -star book.
I am looking forward to reading more books by Becky Keife.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions shared here in this review are my own.
100 Days of Peace for the Calm You Crave: A Devotional
Find the relief you’ve been longing for—calm your racing thoughts, soothe your anxious soul, and experience the peace of Jesus through 100 transformative devotions.
“A lifeline from someone who truly understands what it’s like to live with anxiety . . . Her words are tender and theologically rich, free of shame or spiritual striving.”—Jennifer Dukes Lee, author of Growing Slow and It’s All Under Control
Anxiety can make you feel stuck, restless, and overwhelmed—your thoughts spinning, your chest tight, your prayers coming up empty. But God hasn’t abandoned you in your struggle. He’s inviting you into His unshakable peace.
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul is your daily companion to help you quiet the chaos within and anchor your heart in God’s truth. Through Scripture, honest reflections, and simple peace practices, Bible teacher Becky Keife draws from her own experience with anxiety disorder to offer you a path to
• settle your mental storms (even at three in the morning)
• connect with God through prayer when words feel impossible
• recognize you’re not alone in your struggle
• develop healthy rhythms for managing daily anxiety
• rest securely in the unchanging faithfulness of God
You don’t need to numb out, push through, or figure this out alone. These transformative devotions will help you discover true freedom and see that even in your anxiety, God is near.
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul makes a thoughtful and meaningful gift for:
Anyone seeking calm in the chaos of stress, anxiety, or overwhelm
Friends walking through seasons of grief or uncertainty
Small groups focused on prayer, encouragement, or mental health support
Women and men ready for a fresh way to connect with God daily
Teens and young adults navigating the pressures of an anxious world
Pastors, teachers, and caregivers who hold the anxieties of others
The books contains 100 verses, and a devotion.
A wonderful resource.
The book is easy to read and understand.
I recommend this book.
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul by Becky Keife is a 5 -star book.
I am looking forward to reading more books by Becky Keife.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions shared here in this review are my own.
October 18, 2025
** “An anxious soul is like a tornado of worry and what-ifs swirling at breakneck speed on a highway of destruction — able to shatter your confidence, splinter your relationships, and flatten your faith. But what if an anxious soul wasn’t a terror to hide from but an opportunity to draw closer to God?” **
Becky Keife provides a delightful resource in battling anxiety with “A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul.”
Anxiety can be an enemy and roadblock to our faith, and verses about anxiety often feel “like words of condemnation to my struggling soul.” But Keife reminds us that God can use those moments of anxiety to draw us closer to Him and experience His great peace.
She offers many very personal situations of her own, revealing her own struggles, to expand on each verse, as well as biblical examples like the blind man that Jesus healed.
The books contains 100 verses, each accompanied by a very short devotion and a simple exercise to literally and physically inhale truth and exhale trust (for example, Inhale “God works everything for my good” and Exhale “I will look for his purpose and beauty,” accompanying Romans 8:28). Each devotional then ends with a brief prayer.
Sprinkled throughout the 100 verses are 14 “Peace Practices” (Move, Connect, Journal, Cry, Get Outside, Hug, Rest, Laugh, Engage, Unplug, Serve, Give Thanks, Refuel, Pray). These are practical tools to help you shift from anxiety to peace and calm, with practical actions you can take (like hugging, crying, moving around), with a supporting verse for each practice.
Those looking for sources to combat the anxieties in life, whether they be common-day anxieties or chronic, mental health issues, and find God’s peace will find “A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul,” which is due out Oct. 28, an incredibly helpful resource.
Five stars out of five.
WaterBrook provided this complimentary copy through NetGalley for my honest, unbiased review.
Becky Keife provides a delightful resource in battling anxiety with “A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul.”
Anxiety can be an enemy and roadblock to our faith, and verses about anxiety often feel “like words of condemnation to my struggling soul.” But Keife reminds us that God can use those moments of anxiety to draw us closer to Him and experience His great peace.
She offers many very personal situations of her own, revealing her own struggles, to expand on each verse, as well as biblical examples like the blind man that Jesus healed.
The books contains 100 verses, each accompanied by a very short devotion and a simple exercise to literally and physically inhale truth and exhale trust (for example, Inhale “God works everything for my good” and Exhale “I will look for his purpose and beauty,” accompanying Romans 8:28). Each devotional then ends with a brief prayer.
Sprinkled throughout the 100 verses are 14 “Peace Practices” (Move, Connect, Journal, Cry, Get Outside, Hug, Rest, Laugh, Engage, Unplug, Serve, Give Thanks, Refuel, Pray). These are practical tools to help you shift from anxiety to peace and calm, with practical actions you can take (like hugging, crying, moving around), with a supporting verse for each practice.
Those looking for sources to combat the anxieties in life, whether they be common-day anxieties or chronic, mental health issues, and find God’s peace will find “A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul,” which is due out Oct. 28, an incredibly helpful resource.
Five stars out of five.
WaterBrook provided this complimentary copy through NetGalley for my honest, unbiased review.
September 29, 2025
This book provides 100 daily devotionals that share insights into the author's own anxiety and how God can help us through these situations. The stories are grouped by 14 actions (e.g., Connect, Rest, Serve) with Bible verses and prayers woven in. I really liked that this came from a Christian who lives with anxiety and depression as the passages felt authentic, with real useful advice that always draws us back to God and His Word.
Favourite insights:
- "Rest is not a hindrance to achievement... [it] is a vital part of being productive."
-"Fear and anxiety are obnoxious cousins. But they’re not your family. You belong to God."
-"There are times to push through, and there are times to rest"
-"God loves you and is eager to take care of you."
-"God isn’t saying, fix yourself. He’s saying, fix your eyes on Me... We don’t have to be in control, because God is."
-"The thing that got you stuck is not too hard for me to untangle. I will always come to your rescue. There isn’t a mess too big or pit too deep for my rescuing love to reach."
-"Maybe healing looks like feeling the feelings and asking Jesus to sit with me in them."
-"You don’t have to convince God that your struggle is real."
With thanks to the Publishers and NetGalley for providing me with this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Favourite insights:
- "Rest is not a hindrance to achievement... [it] is a vital part of being productive."
-"Fear and anxiety are obnoxious cousins. But they’re not your family. You belong to God."
-"There are times to push through, and there are times to rest"
-"God loves you and is eager to take care of you."
-"God isn’t saying, fix yourself. He’s saying, fix your eyes on Me... We don’t have to be in control, because God is."
-"The thing that got you stuck is not too hard for me to untangle. I will always come to your rescue. There isn’t a mess too big or pit too deep for my rescuing love to reach."
-"Maybe healing looks like feeling the feelings and asking Jesus to sit with me in them."
-"You don’t have to convince God that your struggle is real."
With thanks to the Publishers and NetGalley for providing me with this ARC in exchange for an honest review.
December 3, 2025
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul by Becky Keife.
This was a lovely and anxiety-relieving devotional for those of us who struggle with the stresses of life. This book was full of short but effective devotionals that were great for any time of the day: first thing in the morning to get your day off to a calm start, in the middle of the day when I personally find life the most overwhelming, or bedtime as a way to relax and drift off to a better night's sleep. Each chapter starts with a verse for the day (or the moment, as I've read multiple chapters in a day at times). Then, an anecdote or discussion that does a really excellent job of putting some things in perspective. Next, a breath prayer (my favorite part) and, finally, a written prayer.
5/5 stars. I appreciated the author's genuine and bible-based approach to dealing with anxiety, stress, and overwhelm. Non judgmental and with practical tips that actually help. I will be purchasing copies for myself and as gifts.
Thank you the NetGalley, Becky Keife, and Penguin Random House Christian Publishing for the opportunity to read the eARC. All opinions expressed are my own.
This was a lovely and anxiety-relieving devotional for those of us who struggle with the stresses of life. This book was full of short but effective devotionals that were great for any time of the day: first thing in the morning to get your day off to a calm start, in the middle of the day when I personally find life the most overwhelming, or bedtime as a way to relax and drift off to a better night's sleep. Each chapter starts with a verse for the day (or the moment, as I've read multiple chapters in a day at times). Then, an anecdote or discussion that does a really excellent job of putting some things in perspective. Next, a breath prayer (my favorite part) and, finally, a written prayer.
5/5 stars. I appreciated the author's genuine and bible-based approach to dealing with anxiety, stress, and overwhelm. Non judgmental and with practical tips that actually help. I will be purchasing copies for myself and as gifts.
Thank you the NetGalley, Becky Keife, and Penguin Random House Christian Publishing for the opportunity to read the eARC. All opinions expressed are my own.
December 2, 2025
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul (100 Days of Peace for the Calm You Crave: A Devotional) by Becky Keife has been such a blessing to me. I really feel connected to the devotionals, they feel so real and personal, and have touched me deeply. The author has selected beautiful verses from the Bible that have provided me comfort and a great passage to study for the day. I absolutely love the practice of “Inhale Truth, Exhale Trust”. Each day there are new mantras to breathe with.
I highly recommend reading this book! It has helped me find a peace I didn’t know existed and comfort when I needed it most!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul (100 Days of Peace for the Calm You Crave: A Devotional) by Becky Keife
Publisher: Penguin Random House Christian Publishing | WaterBrook
Genre: Christian
Published: October 28, 2025
I highly recommend reading this book! It has helped me find a peace I didn’t know existed and comfort when I needed it most!
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul (100 Days of Peace for the Calm You Crave: A Devotional) by Becky Keife
Publisher: Penguin Random House Christian Publishing | WaterBrook
Genre: Christian
Published: October 28, 2025
September 9, 2025
This book is obviously written by someone that knows anxiety and also knows what to say to help others. It is written from a Christian point of view, using verses from the Bible and then has personal thoughts/stories associated with the verse.
It is a beautifully written, and a wonderful tool to calm an anxious mind. When life is overwhelming, these daily verses and thoughts can be a healing balm. I have been searching for something to help me and I have found it in this book. I will be reading this often in the future. It actually feels like a caring friend is talking to me.
A sincere thank you to Penguin Random House Christian Publishing | WaterBrook and NetGalley for giving me the blessing of reading the advance reader copy, with no obligation to write a review. My review is written freely as a hobby, and is totally my own opinion, not influenced by receiving the ARC.
It is a beautifully written, and a wonderful tool to calm an anxious mind. When life is overwhelming, these daily verses and thoughts can be a healing balm. I have been searching for something to help me and I have found it in this book. I will be reading this often in the future. It actually feels like a caring friend is talking to me.
A sincere thank you to Penguin Random House Christian Publishing | WaterBrook and NetGalley for giving me the blessing of reading the advance reader copy, with no obligation to write a review. My review is written freely as a hobby, and is totally my own opinion, not influenced by receiving the ARC.
November 18, 2025
I resonated with so much in this devotional and it gave me the ability to feel seen, confirming that I am not alone in my struggles with anxiety. As a God loving woman who has walked through anxiety herself, Becky does an amazing job showing the reader how to bring the weight of anxiety back to the Lords feet. When I was first put on medication for my anxiety I felt so much guilt and was pierced with the fact that something in me was broken. I love how Becky put this exact feeling into perspective and helps us to find - The Beauty of ‘And’ - This is a great read for anyone who is looking to find a way to bring their anxiety to the Lord.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 11, 2025
A Much-Needed Companion for Quieting the Soul
This book is where peace and stillness meet the unrest of our days. Having wrestled with her own mental health, Becky is a well-equipped voice for the journey from chaos to calm. Each chapter includes a scripture, an insightful bite-sized devotional, and a prayer to help readers connect with the Source of calm. I especially like the 14 peace practices included throughout the book--as they are simple, practical, and easy to engage. I highly recommend this book as a practical invitation to soul rest.
This book is where peace and stillness meet the unrest of our days. Having wrestled with her own mental health, Becky is a well-equipped voice for the journey from chaos to calm. Each chapter includes a scripture, an insightful bite-sized devotional, and a prayer to help readers connect with the Source of calm. I especially like the 14 peace practices included throughout the book--as they are simple, practical, and easy to engage. I highly recommend this book as a practical invitation to soul rest.
August 13, 2025
This book came to me at exactly the right moment. While reading Becky’s words, I began to feel like I wasn’t alone in this struggle and encouraged that hope lies ahead of me. Truth from God’s Word included in this devotional was understandable and enlightening. I also appreciated Becky’s real world wisdom and experience.
Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC.
Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC.
October 29, 2025
"A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul" is the perfect resource for anyone who has experienced feelings of worry, fear, doubt, or discouragement. Becky Keife's gentle narratives point to scripture and the peace we find in God. This beautiful devotional includes fourteen peace practices designed to help you approach anxious thoughts in new ways. Additionally, each entry includes an "inhale, exhale" moment and a prayer. If you've ever struggled with anxious thoughts, this one is for you!
December 18, 2025
One of my favorite quotes from this encouraging read is, “But through the noise of my shame, I hear the voice of Jesus, who keeps gently reminding me that He is the God of abundance who isn’t put off by my barely. When I’m barely holding on, God is abundantly able to hold me.” I am so thankful that Becky reminds me of truth from scripture. She shares how to pray short truths from scripture called breath prayers. I would recommend this devotional to anyone who has anxious thoughts.
September 23, 2025
I really enjoyed this daily devotional and its focus on anxiety. The daily writing and verses are short and to the point, including personal stories and related Bible verses and close with a short prayer. I would recommend this to anyone who suffers from anxiety or is at an anxious point in their lives.
Thank you to the publisher for sending me an ARC of this book.
Thank you to the publisher for sending me an ARC of this book.
September 24, 2025
I actually felt seen and felt that someone understood what it felt like to feel anxiety and struggle with relying on Jesus through it. I especially loved the breath prayer that was incorporated and was a beautiful practice to incorporate in my day, especially for the season that I am in. Would absolutely recommend!
November 7, 2025
How refreshing! This book brings tenderness to the anxious person. The author’s words and practices encourage the heavy laden person with hope and reassurance. It is laid out in such a way that the reader can choose to focus on devotionals and breath prayers for a specific kind of anxiety. I highly recommend it.
January 13, 2026
I loved this devotional!!!!!! This was such a blessing. Thank you Goodreads for the opportunity to win this book. It was so inspiring. I plan on buying some of these for friends. It had something to help you every single day. Loved the breathing exercises. Great devotional book for everyone, whether you have anxiety or not.
August 4, 2025
What a fantastic resource to have at your fingertips! Keife gracefully weaves her own story into a practical daily tool. Incorporating breathing techniques as well as biblical truth- this is a must have to help still your soul amidst the waves of anxiety!
September 24, 2025
Beautiful devotional book written directly to the heart of the anxiety bearers and the bleeding hearts of this world. Loved the prayer inhalations for each day. Wonderful book to give to a fellow Christ follower ✝️ Highly Recommend! #averseadayfortheanxioussoul #beckykeife #netgalley #goodreads
October 28, 2025
What a wonderful book to encourage your heart and ease your anxiety! "A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul" delivers on its promise to cultivate peace and calm in your life. I highly recommend this easy read to soothe your soul!
November 7, 2025
I really enjoyed this. It had a lot of good reminders for me and I felt seen by the author with her own experiences. Each passage was short and to the point and it was enjoyable to read.
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