#Niteblessings: Meditations for the End of the Day

by Malcolm Duncan

For some time now, I have been writing a simple blessing each day.

I share it with those who are connected to me on social media. My friends, family and those who journey with me through these avenues have often commented that they would like to see them in a little book that you could carry with you on holiday, or leave by your bedside. I pray they will be used by God to bless you, to bless others and to somehow, in a small way, build confidence in Almighty God. You can dip into them or use them on a daily basis. Whatever works for you.

Whether you are already a follower of Jesus, or you are just exploring Who He is and what He does, I pray these little blessings will help you.

Genres: Nonfiction, Christian

160 pages, Hardcover

Published November 23, 2018

Reviews

[Carla · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book reminds me of those calendars, where there is something written each day and then you tear off the page. I enjoyed reading the various blessings or benedictions for each day. They are simple but make you think and ponder how they fit in your life. There is no day or year, just the month and date, so this is a book that could be reread or passed on. I read one a day when I could, but sometimes read a few. I found when I did that, some were a bit repetitious, but when spreading them out, I did not notice it at all. Overall, this is a book for those who want to read a blessing per day and think about God's presence in their lives. Ideal for busy people.

[Angela · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting book. Each day is a short blessing that gives you the opportunity to ponder a simple thought, I liked it.

[Vicki Cottingham · Rating 4 out of 5]

I first came across Malcolm Duncan’s #niteblessings via his Facebook page and Twitter. He shared through social media that his nite blessings were going to be put together as a gift book. So, when his book became available to request through NetGalley in return for an honest review, I jumped at the chance to read it. I was not disappointed.

There are 365 blessings to be read. They have the day and the month so you can either can dip into the book and read whichever one you like or, as I prefer, read the blessing for that day. They are not dated for a particular year so they have the added bonus for being suitable for any year which means they can be read and re-read.

I read this on my kindle but, in my opinion, it is far better as a hardcover book, especially as it includes photos throughout. I like the idea of having it beside my bed for easy reach as I settle down for the night so that it is the last thing I think about before I shut my eyes.

For the majority of us, life is busy and can be stressful. We can find it hard to relax and rest and difficult to switch off at night. I believe this book will be a blessing to those who do feel stressed and have difficulty sleeping.

To read a blessing just before settling down for the night will help the reader to re-focus on God so that their thoughts are on him, rather than on their worries. It can be an aid to help align their perspective with God’s. I believe these blessings encourage you to hand your concerns over to God and can help bring peace to your mind and therefore aid sleep. Even if you are someone who wakes up during the night with worries whirling through your mind, if this book is right by your bed, you can pick it up, re-read the blessing for that day and think on what God has to say.

The Bible tells us:

“Finally, believers, whatever is true, whatever is honourable and worthy of respect, whatever is right and confirmed by God’s word, whatever is pure and wholesome, whatever is lovely and brings peace, whatever is admirable and of good repute; if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think continually on these things [centre your mind on them, and implant them in your heart].” Philippians 4:8 (AMP)

Malcolm Duncan’s book helps us to do just that.

[Trully Sunee · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author portrayed lovingly and in a caring way how God has blessed and will bless all who are faithful and walk in the footsteps of Jesus.

This was truly a 24/7 blessing! So glad to have read this compilation and be able to give an honest review in exchange for this book! It was way more than 5 stars and full of compassion and peace!

[Anne · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this little book! A short snippet of a beautiful blessing to read every night before falling asleep. These will surely bring comfort and peace to so many. I’ll be giving these out as gifts throughout the year ahead.

Thanks to NetGalley, the author and publisher for an advanced reading copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.