Excerpt From 'The Secret Garden Devotional' by Rachel Dodge

Happy December Bookworms!

Can anyone else believe that we are entering into the final month of 2022?! This has been a year of utter illness for myself, so 2022 has felt like a waste to me, going by in a painful blur. I wish I could say things are better but, if anything, they seem to be getting worse. When I am in the throws of despair is when I reach for devotionals, small thoughts to ponder, keeping my mind off my pain, and onto something bigger.

Welcome to the Blog Tour for The Secret Garden Devotional by Rachel Dodge, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

ABOUT THE BOOK

Title: The Secret Garden Devotional

Author: Rachel Dodge

Publisher: Barbour

Release Date: December 6, 2022

Genre: Devotional

Devotional Inspiration from Mary Lennox's Beautifully Mysterious Secret Garden

The Secret Garden Devotional offers lovely inspiration that explores the themes of faith, family, contentment, wisdom, and joy in the classic Frances Hodgson Burnett novel, cherished by generations of readers.

Each reading corresponds with a chapter from the book and invites you to embrace God’s guiding hand in your life as you are becoming His new creation. With themes of growth, spiritual nourishment, God's love and care, and His transforming power, this beautiful chapter-by-chapter devotional includes original artwork throughout. Each reading includes examples from the novel, scripture, life application, and prayers perfect for groups, book clubs, or personal reflection.

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EXCERPT

“By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to the place which he would receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was going.” (Hebrews11:8 NKJV)

Mary’s first impression of Misselthwaite isn’t exactly positive, but there’s a secret Mary has yet to learn: the wild places of the moor will bloom and burst forth with life at just the right time. In the same way, there are wilderness places in your life and heart where God is preparing the ground for a new work. Though you cannot see it now, there will be a day when even the most rough and tangled parts of your life will bloom again.

Do you feel “small and lost and odd” in your current circumstances? If you find yourself in unfamiliar territory or you don’t know the way forward, remember that God not only sees the road ahead clearly—He also designed the map! He is right beside you every step of the way, marking out the path before you. “He will not let your foot slip—he who watches over you will not slumber” (Psalm121:3 NIV). He will “provide a broad path for [your] feet, so that [your] ankles do not give way” (Psalm 18:36 NIV).

MY REVIEW

COMING SOON!!

My Rating: ★★★★★

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Rachel Dodge is the bestselling author of the award-winning Anne of Green Gables Devotional, The Little Women Devotional, and Praying with Jane: 31 Days Through the Prayers of Jane Austen. Rachel's newest book is The Secret Garden Devotional! Rachel teaches college English classes, gives talks at libraries, teas, and book clubs, and is a writer for the popular Jane Austen's World blog. She is passionate about encouraging and equipping women to grow closer to Jesus through prayer and the study of God's Word. A true kindred spirit at heart, Rachel enjoys books, bonnets, and ball gowns.

Connect with Rachel by visiting racheldodge.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

TOUR GIVEAWAY

(2) winners will receive a signed copy of The Secret Garden Devotional and a hardcover illustrated copy of The Secret Garden along with a bookmark and stickers.

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight November 30, 2022 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on December 7, 2022. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

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