The Upper Room Disciplines 2021: A Book of Daily Devotions

by Upper Room Books

How important is it to have a daily spiritual routine? The habit of reading and reflecting on God's Word daily can bring a much-needed respite from the grind of everyday life. "We sometimes experience seasons in our lives when our faith seems dormant," Junius Dotson wrote in the 2018 edition of The Upper Room Disciplines. "It's especially important to practice the daily discipline of scripture devotion in our seasons of winter," he remarked. "When we engage in daily spiritual formation, we deepen our roots . . . and grow our capacity to handle any season of life." Daily devotional reading is essential to our spiritual growth, and it helps keep our faith alive. Disciplines invites readers to spend unrushed time with God, reading a lectionary-based scripture passage, reflecting on the author's insights, and thinking about how to apply the truths from the readings to their daily life. This devotional book features 53 authors from diverse backgrounds, including some of the leading Christian thinkers of our time. Among the writers for 2021 are J. Dana Trent, James A. Harnish, Enuma Okoro, George Donigian, Beth A. Richardson, Kenneth H. Carter Jr., D. L. Mayfield, Stephane Brooks, Rachel Hackenberg, Rosalind Hughes, Memory Chikosi, Liz Magill, Charity Kiregyera, Joe Pennel, and Beth Taulman Miller.

449 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 1, 2020

Reviews

[Stephanie Lester · Rating 5 out of 5]

I always really enjoy this Bible study. I have been using this study for 11 years. I really like the focus on social Justice. A good, solid Bible study!

[Naomi Bodway · Rating 4 out of 5]

Our small group that meets weekly has found this to be very discussable and thought provoking! E will use the 2022 very this year. We like the variety of authors and perspectives and the simple but oh so usable format. Highly recommend to anyone interested in nourishing their faith journey.

[Janet Mahlum · Rating 4 out of 5]

Disciplines is one of the best daily devotionals I have read. I thoroughly enjoy it and learn new things and gain new insights. Our pastor leads a small group discussion once a week where we discuss the Bible readings for that week and read it in different versions which adds to the richness.

[Thomas P Carmines · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great devotional

I use several devotional aids every day but this is my favorite one. Well written and engaging it has helped me through the pandemic.