“Preparing To Meet Jesus” by Ann Graham Lotz and Rachel-Ruth Wright is a 21-day Bible study/Devotional based on Genesis 21, the story of Rebekah. Together, they bring verse by verse the quality and characteristics of Rebekah as the chosen wife for Isaac.

Each day’s entry begins with a deep explanation of each verse being studied as well as includes short story/ anecdote, and a challenge to the reader regarding their own preparation as we prepare to be the bride of the coming King Jesus. And as Rebekah shows, are we ready to meet him? Do we wonder about Him? Do we long for Him? Are we ready for our bridegroom? Several chapters in this book touched me and caused me to take a deep look at my own life, attitudes, and preparedness for eternity.

In my opinion, perhaps the best daily entry is from Day 2: “Have you ever envisioned that glorious day when Jesus will appear? Have you wondered about what He will find you doing – or possibly catch you doing? The Bible says that He will come suddenly, like a thief in the night. There will be no five-minute warning. You won’t be able to call a time-out to stop the argument you’re in the middle of, break off your adulterous affair, get sober after you’ve had too much to drink, change the conversation at your gossipy luncheon, put your phone down and open the Bible, shift from angry words to joyful praise in traffic, or stay late and help your co-worker instead of rushing home after work. His coming will be swift. What will he find you doing?”

I would put this book as one of my favorites as I begin again on Day One and look deeper into my personal readiness and preparations to meet my King!

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WHAT A GLORIOUS DAY!

One day each of us will have the opportunity to see Jesus face-to-face! I cannot wait for that glorious day in my own life! When each of my parents stepped into the arms of Jesus upon their passing, all I could think of was, “Now they have seen Jesus!” And I was more than just a little jealous.

Anne Graham Lotz and Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright have written a 21-Day Devotional Challenge that is thought-provoking and assuring. Early on, it encourages you to stay steadfast in your personal relationship with God. At the same time, you wait to see Him on that Glorious Day: “We must continue to faithfully live for Jesus in the everyday, including life’s not-so-glamorous tasks. However, in the middle of those menial tasks, we can have an incredible encounter with God.”The book contains daily practical applications and Scripture references for that day. The writers wrote the Daily Devotions concisely to pack a lot of information in a short space. This Devotional is a marvelous tool to help prepare everyone for when they will meet Jesus!

I was provided a complimentary copy of this book by Waterbrook Multnomah Publishers and NetGalley. The opinions expressed here are entirely my own and without influence. ( )