My Bible Besties: Daily Devotionals, Faith Tools & Spiritual Growth Essentials
When life gets busy, stressful, or overwhelming, I lean on what I like to call my “Bible Besties”—the books, devotionals, tools, and little reminders that help me stay grounded in God’s Word every single day.
From inspirational books and devotionals to faith-based jewelry, online Bible study tools, and even my favorite mug, these are the things I reach for when I need encouragement, guidance, or just a quick reminder that God is in control.
Whether you’re looking for daily faith inspiration, practical ways to stay connected to Scripture, or just curious about the resources I personally use, this list will give you plenty of ideas to strengthen your walk with God.
These aren’t just books or accessories. They’re lifelines. They keep me focused on God’s promises, redirect my energy when I get distracted, and remind me that He’s with me in the middle of everyday life.
Here’s a list of my Bible Besties: How I keep the faith day by day… everything from
- personal expressions of faith
- learning (books)
- listening (audio/media)
- daily cues (reminders)
- online resources
My Bible Besties: How I Keep the Faith Day by Day
Some days it’s easy to feel close to God, and other days the noise of life makes it harder. Over the years, I’ve built what I call my Bible Besties—a collection of devotionals, reminders, tools, and personal symbols that help me stay grounded in faith no matter where I am.
📚 Daily Devotionals That Ground Me
Devotionals are like spiritual check-ins for me. Some mornings I want a quick verse and thought to carry with me, while other times I need to dig deeper into scripture.
- Jesus Calling by Sarah Young – A 365-day devotional that feels like God is speaking directly to you. I love starting my mornings with this one—it sets the tone for my whole day.
- Prayers for Every Day (Deluxe Prayer Book) – Perfect for those moments when I don’t know what to pray. I just open it up and let the words guide me.
- God Calling (Flip Book) – This stays on my bedside table. I can flip it open for quick encouragement whenever I need it.
These first 3 I keep one in the RV, one in the bathroom in the city, and one by the bed, so they’re all in different locations — this way I can dive into a little devotional no matter where I am!
- Life Application Study Bible (NIV Version) – This one is for when I really want to dive into scripture and understand how to live it out practically. The notes and insights help me connect the Bible to real life.
- Got Questions Book – Whenever I have a faith question, this is where I go. It reminds me that it’s okay to ask God the hard things.
✨ Some days I need a quick dose of truth, other days I want to dig in deep. Having a mix of devotionals helps me stay consistent no matter what kind of day I’m having.
🎧 Faith I Can Listen To
Not all of my quiet time looks like sitting still with a book. Sometimes faith comes through my ears.
- Devotional Audio Bracelet/Keychain – I love being able to take encouragement with me on a walk or while running errands. It’s a pocket-sized way to keep God’s Word close.
- The Joel Cube (Joel Osteen Audio + Affirmations) – This little cube fills my home with positivity. I’ll play it while I’m cooking or cleaning—it shifts the atmosphere instantly.
- Radio/TV Teachers – If I hear Joel Osteen, Joyce Meyer, Steven Furtick, Jensen Franklin, or Joseph Prince on, I stop and listen. I can’t count how many times I’ve stumbled onto a message at just the right moment.
✨ Faith doesn’t always have to look like quiet study. Sometimes it’s about letting God’s Word play in the background of your life until it sinks in.
☕ Everyday Reminders of God’s Presence
I like surrounding myself with little reminders of faith—things I see or use daily that keep me focused on God.
- WWJD Bracelet – Simple, but powerful. It makes me pause and ask, “What would Jesus do?” before I react.
- Joyce Meyer Mug – Even my morning coffee becomes a faith moment when I’m sipping from this mug.
- Inspirational Quotes & Sayings – I keep them on sticky notes, in journals, and even as my phone wallpaper. Words matter, and the right ones lift me up.
- Secret Shifters List – This is my personal practice of redirecting energy back to God. Whenever I start spiraling in negative thoughts, I shift by pulling out one of my secret reminders—like a verse, a song, or a prayer.
✨ Faith isn’t always about the big moments. It’s built on the small, daily habits and reminders that point you back to God.
🌐 Online Faith Tools I Love
I may be a digital nomad, but I also believe God uses the internet for good. These online tools are part of my spiritual toolkit.
- GotQuestions.org – A quick way to get biblical answers when I’m stuck.
- Bible Gateway – My go-to for comparing translations or searching verses when I’m writing or studying.
- Inspiring Blogs & Articles – Sometimes encouragement comes from reading someone else’s testimony online.
- Redirected Energy – My own faith blog, where I share the ways I’ve learned to shift focus back to God. Writing here is as much for me as it is for my readers—it’s where my faith meets my everyday life.
✨ Personal Faith Symbols That Tell My Story
These aren’t devotionals or tools—they’re pieces of me that remind me who I am and who God is.
- Diamond Cross Earrings (Grand Cayman Islands) – I bought these years ago, and they’ve been a constant reminder of my faith. Every time I wear them, I remember that moment and the commitment behind it.
- My Tattoo: “Never put a question mark where God put a period.” – This has been on my skin for years, and it still reminds me daily that God’s plan is final. Even when I doubt, His word is certain.
✨ Sometimes the things you carry with you tell the biggest faith stories.
“Never put a question mark where God put a period.”
📖 Faith & Spiritual Growth Books That Changed Me
Books have always been a big part of my journey. These are the ones that shaped my mindset, built my prayer life, and helped me grow spiritually.
Looking for the best Christian books, devotionals, and faith reads to grow spiritually? These are the books that encouraged me through life transitions, deepened my prayer life, and strengthened my walk with God. Perfect for anyone wanting inspiration and peace.
- The Power of Favor – Joel Osteen → A reminder that God’s blessings are bigger than I can imagine.
- Empty Out the Negative – Joel Osteen → Taught me to let go of thoughts that weighed me down.
- Think Better, Live Better – Joel Osteen → Helped me shift my mindset toward God’s truth.
- Battlefield of the Mind – Joyce Meyer → Showed me how to win the daily fight of thoughts and doubts.
- Living Beyond Your Feelings – Joyce Meyer → Gave me tools to handle emotions with wisdom, not just reactions.
- More: Discovering the God of More – Benny Perez → Encouraged me to believe for bigger things when life felt small.
- The Principle of the Path – Andy Stanley → Helped me make better decisions when I was facing big transitions.
- Irresistible – Andy Stanley → Gave me a new perspective on the simplicity of the gospel.
✨ Each of these books came to me at just the right season, and I believe the right book will come to you, too. Don’t underestimate how God can use a single chapter to shift your whole outlook.
Final Thoughts: Build Your Own Bible Besties 👯
These are my Bible Besties—the devotionals, tools, reminders, and symbols that keep my faith strong every day. Your list may look different, and that’s okay. The important thing is to create a toolkit that helps you stay close to God in your everyday life.
Start small. Choose one devotional, one reminder, and one tool, and see how it transforms your walk with God. Over time, you’ll find your own besties that keep you anchored in faith.
Because staying close to God isn’t about perfection—it’s about consistency, heart, and redirecting your energy back to Him every single day.
Stay Close to God Every Day: My Favorite Bible Besties & Faith Reminders — (Review) 🫣
📚 Daily Devotionals
- Jesus Calling (365-Day Devotional) – Sarah Young
- Prayers for Every Day (Deluxe Prayer Book)
- God Calling (flip book)
- Life Application Study Bible (NIV Version)
- Got Questions book
🎧 Audio & Media
- Devotional audio bracelet/keychain
- The Joel Cube – Joel Osteen (Audio + Affirmations)
- Radio / TV: If I see Joel Osteen, Joyce Meyer, Steven Furtick, Jensen Franklin, or Joseph Prince — I stop and listen (yes, even if it means changing the channel!)
☕ Daily Reminders
- WWJD bracelet
- Joyce Meyer mug
- Inspirational quotes & sayings
- Secret Shifters LIST
🌐 Online Faith Tools
- GotQuestions.org
- Bible Gateway
- Articles & blogs that inspire me
- Redirected energy (shifting focus back to God)
✨ Personal Faith Symbols
- Diamond Cross Earrings In My Ears! — Grand Cayman Islands
- My Tattoo that I’ve had for YEARS!: “Never put a question mark where God put a period.” (Yes, I had to look at myself to remember that one 🤦♀️)
📖 Faith & Spiritual Growth Books
- The Power of Favor – Joel Osteen
- Empty Out the Negative – Joel Osteen
- Think Better, Live Better – Joel Osteen
- Battlefield of the Mind – Joyce Meyer
- Living Beyond Your Feelings – Joyce Meyer
- More: Discovering the God of More When Life Gives You Less – Benny Perez
- The Principle of the Path – Andy Stanley
- Irresistible – Andy Stanley
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