{"id":173,"date":"2018-09-12T17:25:18","date_gmt":"2018-09-12T17:25:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.tyndale.com\/unfoldingfaithblog\/?p=173"},"modified":"2018-10-08T20:31:34","modified_gmt":"2018-10-08T20:31:34","slug":"6-top-devotionals-for-new-believers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.tyndale.com\/unfoldingfaithblog\/2018\/09\/12\/6-top-devotionals-for-new-believers\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Top Devotionals for New Believers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Spending time with God in his Word and relating that back to our own lives is critical for spiritual growth. But with so many devotionals to choose from, where do you start as a new believer and follower of Christ? Or if you want a gift for a loved one fresh in their faith, you might be looking for a bit of direction on what to give them?<\/p>\n<p>Here we highlight our <strong>top six devotionals<\/strong> recommended for those who are new in their faith, looking to learn and grow.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-178 size-large\" title=\"A man and woman laugh together in a field on a sunny day. Best devotionals for new believers, one year devotional for men and women.\" src=\"https:\/\/sites.tyndale.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2018\/09\/priscilla-du-preez-105714-unsplash-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A man and woman laugh together in a field on a sunny day. Best devotionals for new believers, one year devotional for men and women.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>One Year Devotions for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/p\/the-one-year-devotions-for-women\/9781496436092?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Women<\/a>\/<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/p\/the-one-year-devotions-for-men\/9780842319201?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Men<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Written with an understanding that men\u2019s and women\u2019s needs are different, these devotionals help the reader walk through one year in practical prayer. Addressing common desires, questions, and struggles, these smartly written books help us all in calling upon God for his divine strength and wisdom.<\/p>\n<p>Great devotionals for anyone new to the faith or needing a reminder that God is love and all our answers can be found in the Bible.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/p\/the-one-year-devotions-for-women\/9781496436092?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Women learn more HERE&gt;&gt;<\/a>\u00a0 \u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/p\/the-one-year-devotions-for-men\/9780842319201?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Men learn more HERE&gt;&gt;<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-176 size-large\" title=\"two young people excitedly jumping in the air in front of a bright green background. Best devotionals for new believers, one year mini for students\" src=\"https:\/\/sites.tyndale.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2018\/09\/jared-sluyter-342883-unsplash-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"two young people excitedly jumping in the air in front of a bright green background. Best devotionals for new believers, one year mini for students\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/p\/the-one-year-mini-for-students\/9781414306193?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The One Year Mini for Students<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Get inspiration year-round, anytime and anywhere! This travel-size book speaks directly to issues faced by every student and young adult, asking the relevant questions, guiding your prayers, and highlighting God\u2019s promises to you as written in the Bible.<\/p>\n<p>An essential resource that every student should be armed with at a pivotal moment in their lives; never forget God\u2019s love for you\u2014no matter where you are!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/p\/the-one-year-mini-for-students\/9781414306193?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Learn more HERE&gt;&gt;<\/strong> <\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-177 size-large\" title=\"Woman jumping for joy with an open umbrella, in front of a yellow wall. best devotionals for new believers, 60 days to Happiness devotional.\" src=\"https:\/\/sites.tyndale.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2018\/09\/edu-lauton-71055-unsplash-1-1024x696.jpg\" alt=\"Woman jumping for joy with an open umbrella, in front of a yellow wall. best devotionals for new believers, 60 days to Happiness devotional.\" width=\"640\" height=\"435\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/p\/60-days-of-happiness\/9781496420008?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">60 Days of Happiness<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Would you like to experience true happiness? Well .\u00a0.\u00a0. yes!<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes it\u2019s hard to find or it\u2019s just plain uncomfortable to be happy when so many bad things are happening around us. God wants you to be happy\u2014truly happy and at peace knowing that he has your life in his hands.<\/p>\n<p>Get 60 days of joy and encouragement in God\u2019s commandment that we seek our fulfillment in him. Practical and time-tested devotionals show you how to find this happiness, live it out, and share it with others. Spread the joy!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/p\/60-days-of-happiness\/9781496420008?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Learn more HERE&gt;&gt;<\/strong> <\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-175 size-large\" title=\"A man stands beside a waterfall. depicting the freedom found in recovery through Jesus. Devotionals for new believers.\" src=\"https:\/\/sites.tyndale.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2018\/09\/joshua-earle-541397-unsplash-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A man stands beside a waterfall. depicting the freedom found in recovery through Jesus. Devotionals for new believers.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/p\/the-one-year-recovery-prayer-devotional\/9781414364421?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The One Year Recovery Prayer Devotional<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re trying to break free from bad habits or addictions, this devotional is designed to walk with you through the P.U.R.P.O.S.E. Plan and help you rediscover your life\u2019s purpose.<\/p>\n<p>Rebuild your life and uncover the master plan God placed on your heart years ago. With God as your anchor, see how his strength\u2014and your recovery\u2014will unfold your unique gifts and ignite your passions once more.<\/p>\n<p>P.U.R.P.O.S.E. is a Christian 12-step recovery model that can work alongside the Alcoholics Anonymous program.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/p\/the-one-year-recovery-prayer-devotional\/9781414364421?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Learn more HERE&gt;&gt;<\/strong> <\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-174 size-large\" title=\"Colorful umbrellas, depicting joy. Related to the Hope devotional for new believers.\" src=\"https:\/\/sites.tyndale.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2018\/09\/alejandro-garrido-navarro-177701-unsplash-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Colorful umbrellas, depicting joy. Related to the Hope devotional for new believers.\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/p\/the-one-year-book-of-hope-devotional\/9781414349879?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The One Year Book of Hope Devotional<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>We all need hope in dark times, and even as believers we can really struggle to find hope when we feel like we\u2019re sinking.<\/p>\n<p>This essential devotional will take you on a year-long journey to rediscovering your hope. You <em>can<\/em> recover from life\u2019s pain and disappointment, finding your true comfort in God. Whether you\u2019re in the middle of a difficult situation right now or you\u2019re feeling stuck in past hurts, opening your heart to hear God\u2019s truth will ultimately release you from your emotional bondage.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/p\/the-one-year-book-of-hope-devotional\/9781414349879?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Learn more HERE&gt;&gt;<\/strong> <\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-179 size-large\" title=\"Dog asleep on a couch. Best devotionals for new believers.\" src=\"https:\/\/sites.tyndale.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2018\/09\/freestocks-org-526340-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Dog asleep on a couch. Best devotionals for new believers.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/p\/100-great-ideas-to-relax-and-reduce-stress\/9781414338873?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">100 Great Ideas to Relax and Reduce Stress<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Why does it seem like we\u2019re always on the go these days? There\u2019s so little time to destress in our busy lives, and even when we do have an ounce of time, <em>how<\/em> do we destress?<\/p>\n<p>Everyone can find encouragement, advice, and practical tips on how to regain balance in our lives and focus on what is most important with this beautiful and inspiring devotional.<\/p>\n<p>When we give our stress to God, he helps release us from it. God is the one who sets us free, so let\u2019s get intentional in our greatest needs and spend some quality time with him.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/p\/100-great-ideas-to-relax-and-reduce-stress\/9781414338873?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Learn more HERE&gt;&gt;<\/strong> <\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Tyndale House Publishers has many more books like this. If you\u2019re looking for something different, head over to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tyndale.com\/nonfiction\/devotionals?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">devotionals page<\/a> and browse around. We have devotionals suitable for any age group and for any stage in your walk with Christ.<\/p>\n<p>Want to learn more about the practice of quiet time with God? See <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.tyndale.com\/unfoldingfaithblog\/2018\/08\/07\/the-buzz-about-quiet-time\/?utm_source=Unfolding%20Faith&amp;utm_medium=Blog%20Post&amp;utm_campaign=6%20Top%20Devotionals%20for%20New%20Believers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this post<\/a> for the reasons why Christians do this and tips for getting into it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spending time with God in his Word and relating that back to our own lives is critical for spiritual growth. But with so many devotionals to choose from, where do you start as a new believer and follower of Christ? 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