This was a very nice devotional book. I took it a day at a time using my actual Bible along with the daily (chapter) message. Even though they printed everything you need the verses etc. I looked the verses up since they didn't always use the King James version that I like to use. But if you don't have a Bible handy this is still a great devotional. It's small enough as well that it would fit in a pocket, purse, or backpack to take with you where ever you want to go. Several of the chapters I have shared with friends