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Daily Readings for Difficult Days
Going through difficult times?
This daily devotional is for Christian women going through challenging times, including divorce, death of a loved one, depression, and other struggles.
If you’
going through storms of lifeexperiencing struggles of faithfeeling low orfacing discouragementFind comfort and encouragement through this series of short daily readings, which can easily fit into your busy life.
Scroll up and download your copy now!
This daily devotional is for Christian women going through challenging times, including divorce, death of a loved one, depression, and other struggles.
If you’
going through storms of lifeexperiencing struggles of faithfeeling low orfacing discouragementFind comfort and encouragement through this series of short daily readings, which can easily fit into your busy life.
Scroll up and download your copy now!
80 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 31, 2011
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About the author
Jennifer Carter
26 books6 followersJennifer is the author of several Christian titles that reflect her deep passion for those living through challenging times and building the local church.
With a heart for encouraging others through Scripture, her books invite readers to explore the power of faith, hope, and purpose—especially in life's most challenging seasons.
Jennifer is a proud mother of three grown children and a joyful grandmother to ten. She divides her time between a peaceful beachside apartment in the south of England and a cozy country cottage in Sweden—both of which inspire her writing and provide space for reflection and creativity.
With a heart for encouraging others through Scripture, her books invite readers to explore the power of faith, hope, and purpose—especially in life's most challenging seasons.
Jennifer is a proud mother of three grown children and a joyful grandmother to ten. She divides her time between a peaceful beachside apartment in the south of England and a cozy country cottage in Sweden—both of which inspire her writing and provide space for reflection and creativity.
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October 22, 2017
I liked how the author shared a short vignette in each day's readings and then chose scriptures that would be encouraging in each instance. I wish though, that the daily readings had been placed at the beginning of each day's reading. I guess I just prefer reading Scripture and then having it expanded upon. Not my favourite devotional, but not a bad one by any means.
November 6, 2014
I enjoyed this devotional series as I really connected with it as a caregiver who faces sometimes difficult and depressing days. It made me realize that my focus needs to continually be on the source of joy, God and his son Jesus Christ.
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July 19, 2025Dear Reader,
There are some days that simply feel too heavy. Days when it takes all your strength just to get out of bed, to smile when your heart is breaking, or to hold on to hope when it feels like everything is falling apart.
Daily Readings for Difficult Days was written for those days.
Not with pat answers or perfect prayers, but with real, honest reflections and Scriptures that have sustained me through my own struggles. These daily readings are short—because I know that when you’re going through a storm, long chapters and deep theological studies can feel overwhelming. Sometimes all we need is a gentle word, a timely verse, and the quiet reminder that God has not left us.
Whether you’re walking through loss, facing uncertainty, or simply feeling low and tired, I pray that these pages bring comfort, peace, and just enough strength to take the next step.
You’ll find stories—some from my own life—woven with the truth of God’s Word. You’ll find verses you know and perhaps a few you’ve overlooked. But more than anything, I hope you find the deep assurance that even on the hardest days, you are seen, you are loved, and you are not alone.
Thank you for allowing me to walk with you in this season. And if you do find encouragement here, I pray you’ll return to it again and again—whenever you need a reminder that God is still holding you.
With love,
Jennifer
There are some days that simply feel too heavy. Days when it takes all your strength just to get out of bed, to smile when your heart is breaking, or to hold on to hope when it feels like everything is falling apart.
Daily Readings for Difficult Days was written for those days.
Not with pat answers or perfect prayers, but with real, honest reflections and Scriptures that have sustained me through my own struggles. These daily readings are short—because I know that when you’re going through a storm, long chapters and deep theological studies can feel overwhelming. Sometimes all we need is a gentle word, a timely verse, and the quiet reminder that God has not left us.
Whether you’re walking through loss, facing uncertainty, or simply feeling low and tired, I pray that these pages bring comfort, peace, and just enough strength to take the next step.
You’ll find stories—some from my own life—woven with the truth of God’s Word. You’ll find verses you know and perhaps a few you’ve overlooked. But more than anything, I hope you find the deep assurance that even on the hardest days, you are seen, you are loved, and you are not alone.
Thank you for allowing me to walk with you in this season. And if you do find encouragement here, I pray you’ll return to it again and again—whenever you need a reminder that God is still holding you.
With love,
Jennifer
September 9, 2017
Encouraging Devotionals for Anyone
Whether you are going through a difficult life storm or just a discouraging day, these short daily readings will encourage you. Each story is backed up with scripture. I highly recommend this book.
Whether you are going through a difficult life storm or just a discouraging day, these short daily readings will encourage you. Each story is backed up with scripture. I highly recommend this book.
March 17, 2021
Awesome Words
This book is full of wonderful readings that can bring hope and comfort during difficult times in our lives. It is filled with some very familiar verses and some not so familiar ones, but all are presented in a meaningful way.
This book is full of wonderful readings that can bring hope and comfort during difficult times in our lives. It is filled with some very familiar verses and some not so familiar ones, but all are presented in a meaningful way.
October 30, 2019
The devotional gave me a different perspective
May 9, 2025
Nice simple easy read, Thought provoking and gentle. I enjoyed my daily read.
December 28, 2016
“The great thing about our Christian walk is not that we won't ever make another mistake – rather we know where to turn when we fall...we're not perfect, just forgiven.”
Encouraging, comforting, and inspiring. Short chapters with words to bring peace in the midst of life's hardships, whether that be in daily living or greater trials. Each chapter includes scripture verses as well. It was a wonderful devotional tool during a time when I was going through many difficult emotional things just to read a few chapters with some spiritual insight - nothing heavy - that would keep my focus on Who it should be on. :) I will certainly read this again and again.
“The amazing thing about the covenant that we have with God is that it only depends on Him to keep it. We may think that we are holding on to Him, but the truth really is that it is not dependent upon our strength but upon His. The truth is that it is He that is holding on to us.”
Merged review:
Nice, light reading with moving stories and scriptures to focus your heart. This was great for me as I couldn't handle anything too heavy this year in the way of biblical nonfiction books. When I had a hard day and needed something more to inspire or encourage me, and to focus my feelings and my heart, this was a good place for some extra help. :)
Encouraging, comforting, and inspiring. Short chapters with words to bring peace in the midst of life's hardships, whether that be in daily living or greater trials. Each chapter includes scripture verses as well. It was a wonderful devotional tool during a time when I was going through many difficult emotional things just to read a few chapters with some spiritual insight - nothing heavy - that would keep my focus on Who it should be on. :) I will certainly read this again and again.
“The amazing thing about the covenant that we have with God is that it only depends on Him to keep it. We may think that we are holding on to Him, but the truth really is that it is not dependent upon our strength but upon His. The truth is that it is He that is holding on to us.”
Merged review:
Nice, light reading with moving stories and scriptures to focus your heart. This was great for me as I couldn't handle anything too heavy this year in the way of biblical nonfiction books. When I had a hard day and needed something more to inspire or encourage me, and to focus my feelings and my heart, this was a good place for some extra help. :)
August 18, 2016
inspiring
Having struggled with my faith and life in general i found great comfort in this book. the readings are short enough that you can fit them in no matter how hectic your schedule, but also still poignant and thought provoking enough to linger in your mind and make you evaluate what it is you are struggling with.
Having struggled with my faith and life in general i found great comfort in this book. the readings are short enough that you can fit them in no matter how hectic your schedule, but also still poignant and thought provoking enough to linger in your mind and make you evaluate what it is you are struggling with.
December 19, 2012
for sure a book I will reread for a long time to come. Wishing I had it in book form so I could mark it and go right to the pages I need most instead of my kindle but will still use often. If you are in need of uplifting words or just need some help...this is a must.
December 1, 2013
This is a short devotional containing some verses and uplifting words for difficult days. Although I found some comfort from this book, it was rather repetitive. The Kindle version could use a good re-editing, too. Still, it was somewhat helpful and thought-provoking, and for that I'm grateful.
December 31, 2012
This wasn't exactly what I thought it was going to be, but it still had some good entries. I kept getting distracted by the lack of editing, though.
November 11, 2014
Daily encouragement
This book is true to its title! Easy to read, daily reminders of God's faithfulness. Great tool for witnessing also. Has plan of salvation in the back. :)
This book is true to its title! Easy to read, daily reminders of God's faithfulness. Great tool for witnessing also. Has plan of salvation in the back. :)
June 17, 2015
Very encouraging and uplifting. Easy to dip in and out of when needed.
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