Always Enough, Never Too Much: 100 Devotions to Quit Comparing, Stop Hiding, and Start Living Wild and Free

by Jess Connolly

Discover God’s wild freedom as you find your identity in Jesus with 100 devotions that will help you target and banish lies and insecurities. Jess Connolly and Hayley Morgan, bestselling authors of Wild and Free, walk you through the gift of truly knowing who you are in Christ in Always Enough , Never Too 100 Devotions to Quit Comparing, Stop Hiding, and Start Living Wild and Free. We’ve all been there. We know that sneaking, small voice in our heads all too well— you’re too loud. Too quiet. Too young. Too old. Too unimportant. Too ugly. Too silly. Too serious. You’re not as successful as she is—look at her perfect family, look at her high-powered job, look at her great hair and size 4 skinny jeans. Why can’t you be more like her—be more in general? Why do you expect so much from everyone? Why can’t you take up less space? Ask for less? Be less? The lies track well-worn paths in our minds and our hearts, wearing us down and making us question our role in God’s kingdom. Jess Connolly and Hayley Morgan, founders of the Influence Network and bestselling authors of Wild and Free ,reject those lies, and you can too with Always Enough , Never Too 100 Devotions to Quit Comparing, Stop Hiding, and Start Living Wild and Free. Through the Scripture and the devotions, find the tools you need to claim the fullness of Jesus in your own life and soak in the encouragement of two girls who will never stop cheering you on! With a unique flip-book design, these 100 devotions are topical, so you can choose what you need most every time you open the pages. This book is designed for you, the woman who feels like she can be both too much and not enough—sometimes on the same day. Always Enough , Never Too Much is the daily marching orders after the anthem cry of Wild and Free. Join Jess and Hayley on a journey toward freedom with this beautiful new devotional.

Genres: Nonfiction, Christian, Religion, Faith, Devotional

256 pages, Hardcover

Published April 24, 2018

About the author

Jess Connolly is a gal who is in the thick of it herself. She is the founder of the Naptime Diaries print shop, co-founder of the Influence Conference + Network, and she is passionate about using her words to point women to Jesus through writing and speaking. She and her husband planted a church in Charleston, South Carolina, where they live with their four children. Blog: www.jessconnolly.com

Reviews

[Sassy Sarah Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 stars. This devotional book is both hard and sweet. I enjoyed walking through these pages during a wide season of my life. This was surely God sent. Review to come.

[Star Gater · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved this. This is a flip book. The first is Always Enough and the second Never Too Much. As shown on the cover there are 100 devotions, that include a scripture. It is up to the reader to explore how to digest the interpretation portion of the book.

I liked the above compact size, the hard covers, two satin bookmarks, and table of contents for both. The print size is more than adequate, and the quality of printed paper withstood several erasures due to my illegible handwriting.

I didn't find any gross misinterpretations and enjoyed seeing how two women put the scriptures to work in their lives. I read with a cup of coffee, some days I read 2 or 3 devotions, and other days I read one.

I would gift this.

[S.M. Boren · Rating 5 out of 5]

I purchased this book from Amazon to read with @kaylasonlyheart. All opinions are my own. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟Always Enough, Never Too Much by Jess Connolly and Hayley Morgan. This is 2 books in one, 100 devotions for women. While it took us a while to get through this bible study, we did one day at a time, one devotion at a time. We read daily and reflected daily and whether you are feeling you are too much or never enough the ultimate point is you are you. You have your strengths, you have your faults, but you who you are because God made you who he needs you to be, everyday. Review also posted on Instagram @borenbooks, Library Thing, Goodreads/StacieBoren, Amazon, Twitter @jason_stacie and my blog at readsbystacie.com

[Cassandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a complimentary copy.

The book gives a boost and helpful hand up to anyone who is feeling out of place. It reassures and adds a brighter lining to the ways the mind can trap a person. By rewiring your thoughts with these chapters you can add or create a more appealing experience in day to day thinking. It is faith based and God plays an amazing role in the journey so be prepared.

[Caity Gill · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this devotional. These women are two of my fave writers. I love how they broke down the truth that because of Jesus we are always enough for all kinds of situations. I will keep coming back to this book.

[Kristen Teagarden · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great little daily devotional! It was gifted to me during college and I really appreciated it, I think the themes were perfect for that time of my life through now. Really genuine, relatable, and encouraging despite being short devotions. Always felt like reading a kind note from a friend 😊

[valerie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of the best devotional books I have read. Very practical and relatable. Each time I read one I had something specific to think and pray about. Loved it!

[Leigh Ann · Rating 3 out of 5]

These were easy to read devotionals with nice reminders for every day life. I didn’t find anything particularly life changing, but there were a lot of simple reminders.

[Shannon Binegar-Foster · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this book. Not only is the cover amazing and captivating, the premise is perfect. I struggle daily with that nagging inner voice that tells me I am not good enough. As a small business owner I also find that I am comparing myself to other women in the same line of business all too frequently. It is so easy to fall into that trap. The devotions inside are so perfect. I am sure I will get through them all eventually however I keep going over the one on page38 Even When You’re Worried About Success and the one on page 76 Even When You Don’t Feel Near To God and the one on page 98 Even When You Feel Small by Comparison. I haven’t even gotten to the second part of the book Never Too Much. I can only imagine how great that section will be. I am so glad I chose this book. I think several of my women friends will be getting it as a gift very soon.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this Hardcover Bible free from the publisher through the BookLook Bloggers book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

[Kathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Always Enough, Never Too Much: 100 Devotions to Quit Comparing, Stop Hiding, and Start Living Wild and Free by Jess Connolly and Hayley Morgan is a very interesting book. In the first place it is like two books in one. The front cover focuses on Always Enough. There are 50 devotions to quit comparing, stop hiding and start living wild and free. Then you flip the book over and the cover focuses on Never Too Much. It also contains 50 devotions to quit comparing, stop hiding and start living wild and free. So you can decide which type of devotion you need that day...are you feeling like you are always enough for the Father or are you feeling like you are never enough...

This is the first book that Jess Connolly and Hayley Morgan have written that I have read. I feel like I need to read their book Wild and Free now. The devotions begin with a bible verse then the devotion. They are written alternatively by Jess and Hayley. I found the devotions to be meaningful and encouraging. I think most women would enjoy and find comfort in this book.

I highly recommend Always Enough, Never Too Much: 100 Devotions to Quit Comparing, Stop Hiding, and Start Living Wild and Free by Jess Connolly and Hayley Morgan.

[Ally · Rating 3 out of 5]

**This review has a small spoiler because it entails a trigger warning for pregnancy/infant loss**

I liked this book for the most part. But I kept feeling something was missing. Then when I thought that missing piece had been found, I was extremely disappointed. I have loved her books in the past but this one felt clunky and very difficult to keep up with (audiobook).

Her section about a whole slew of Mamas losing their babies got me excited: maybe she'll talk about the struggle with grief and how difficult it is for us mamas to feel like enough in the sight of the Lord when our babies are taken from us too soon. Because holy moly does it make us feel less than.

But she didn't. She talked about how she was grateful for her living babies, kept praying for those friends struggling, and then wrapped up and moved on. I was so, so disappointed. She didn't sit with the biggest problem I was struggling with; the problem I opened this book for. She acknowledged that pain is real, but didn't sit with it. Big bummer.

[Krystal Gwynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was my first flip book devotional that I’ve ever read. I really enjoyed the format of this 100 day journey! The first half focused on “Always Enough”, & broke down a lot of areas that we often struggle with feeling not enough in. The second half focused on “Never Too Much”, & broke down the areas that we often struggle with feeling like we are a bit too extra. The authors, Jess Connolly & Hayley Morgan, flip flop every other day.

Overall, this has been one of my favorite devos I’ve ever read! It’s like having daily talks with the big sisters that you’ve always wanted. Each day focuses on a few verses & gives advice on how they apply it to their own lives. Most days are 1-3 pages long. So, they are generally quick reads that are packed with power! Loved it! I will definitely go through it again in the future.

[Hannah Cox · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was a part of the launch team for this devotional and was able to read the e-version early. I am thankful that this resources exists for women, because we all struggle with feeling we are either too much or not enough. These devotionals cover topics that you cannot look up in the back of your bible and find a scripture on. Jess and Hayley have put together devotionals that are encouraging and point back to what Gods says. A great source to turn to when your girlfriends are in need of truth. This would make a great gift for any woman in your life and while your at it treat yourself, you won't regret it!

[Kristin Esser · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the concept of this devotional, that no matter where you are mentally/emotionally, there is something that will resonate with you. I think we all struggle with feeling like we aren't enough, and half of the devotional speaks encouragement for that. But there are also times that we feel like we are too much--maybe second-guessing a social interaction where we wish we could take back some of our words. And half of the devotional speaks to this end of the spectrum. I love that it meets me exactly where I'm at.

[Sharon Mckeeman · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book meets me right where I am in feelings of being too much and not enough. I love that I can easily find and read the devotional I need that day based on what feelings of not enough or too much I am having. It's a super cute book and the words are powerful, true and encouraging!

I received a promotional copy of this book, but this review reflects my true feelings, and I am recommending it to my friends as well.

[Shyla Colt · Rating 5 out of 5]

The thing I enjoyed most about this book was all the different seasons and lies they spoke on. I related to so many, and hearing from other women that they'd been there too was a great comfort. Even the things I couldn't personally relate to we're eye opening . Hey made me thing and wonder what the verse they focused on meant to me. Full of honesty, personal services and stumbling blocks to be overcome , this was a wonder devotional for women.

[Rachel | All the RAD Reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

This devotional is perfect for every woman (and I really mean that)— whether you feel inadequate or overwhelming, exhausted or overflowing, confident or questioning, there are words in here that will speak to your soul, encourage your heart, and light a fire in your spirit. I read through so many of these over the last few weeks (couldn’t stop after just one a day!) and can’t wait to keep soaking them up. Jess and Hayley are the best of the best.

[Emily & Jessica VA · Rating 5 out of 5]

This devotional has spoken to me more than another I've tried. While I connect deeper with the Never Too Much portion, there is something in both portions for every woman. This hits hard at the concepts society has about women. It often seems like whoever we are, we're the wrong thing. I keep this one on my nightstand permanently and refer back to it whenever I need some encouragement.

[Jaime Cardinal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this devotional! It's been a go to book for when I'm feeling like a need a little something to get me through the day, week or month. There's a chapter perfect for whatever season I'm in at that moment. Jess and Hayley are soulful, relatable and encouraging with their words.

[Mel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this as a devotional — the combination of both authors’ voices added good variety. Only real criticism is quite a few typos. Never understand how a book makes it past multiple editors and these don’t get caught? Still highly recommend!

[Donna · Rating 4 out of 5]

An insightful devotional.

[Elissa Mowery · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book if you need a little pick me up when you feel like you are too much for people, or not enough. Highly recommend!

[Susanna DiGennaro · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love it!

This book is real and that is what I love about it the most. Real feelings, real situations and real truth. Way to go ladies!

[Kathi Cooper · Rating 5 out of 5]

Devotions

When you're going through things, whether good or bad, these can give you some insight and help you feel not so alone.

[Karen · Rating 3 out of 5]

I find Jess particularly relatable and really enjoyed the “Always Enough” section of the book.

[Jodie Pine · Rating 3 out of 5]

I really liked the idea of this book--always enough and never too much in Christ. There were some good takeaways for me but overall I found that with 100 devotionals it felt a bit repetitive and I wished the authors would have gone deeper into some of their stories instead of covering so much at a superficial level. This might be a good book to tuck in the car or in your purse to read a short devotional at a time, in the car pool lane or in the waiting room, instead of reading it all at once.

[Cait Barton · Rating 5 out of 5]

The most uplifting, quick, powerful little devotional. I love the topical arrangement, I know I’ll reference back to this often!

[Debra · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wonderful, inspiration, uplifting. It helped me to remember that I am not alone in my feelings.

[Heidi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I actually rate this 3 ½. Good devotional book overall, but I just didn't really relate to the Never Too Much part of the devo...

[Jessica Jensen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great reads on a variety of subjects.