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A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul

100 Days of Peace for the Calm You Crave: A Devotional

Author Becky Keife
Foreword by Jennifer Tucker
Hardcover (Paper-over-Board, no jacket)
$22.00 US
PRH Christian Publishing | WaterBrook
6-1/8"W x 8"H | 16 oz | 12 per carton
On sale Oct 28, 2025 | 256 Pages | 9780593602713
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Find the relief you’ve been longing for—calm your racing thoughts, soothe your anxious soul, and experience the peace of Jesus through 100 transformative devotions.

“A lifeline from someone who truly understands what it’s like to live with anxiety . . . Her words are tender and theologically rich, free of shame or spiritual striving.”—Jennifer Dukes Lee, author of Growing Slow and It’s All Under Control

Anxiety can make you feel stuck, restless, and overwhelmed—your thoughts spinning, your chest tight, your prayers coming up empty. But God hasn’t abandoned you in your struggle. He’s inviting you into His unshakable peace.

A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul is your daily companion to help you quiet the chaos within and anchor your heart in God’s truth. Through Scripture, honest reflections, and simple peace practices, Bible teacher Becky Keife draws from her own experience with anxiety disorder to offer you a path to

• settle your mental storms (even at three in the morning)
• connect with God through prayer when words feel impossible
• recognize you’re not alone in your struggle
• develop healthy rhythms for managing daily anxiety
• rest securely in the unchanging faithfulness of God

You don’t need to numb out, push through, or figure this out alone. These transformative devotions will help you discover true freedom and see that even in your anxiety, God is near.

A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul makes a thoughtful and meaningful gift for:
  • Anyone seeking calm in the chaos of stress, anxiety, or overwhelm
  • Friends walking through seasons of grief or uncertainty
  • Small groups focused on prayer, encouragement, or mental health support
  • Women and men ready for a fresh way to connect with God daily
  • Teens and young adults navigating the pressures of an anxious world
  • Pastors, teachers, and caregivers who hold the anxieties of others
“A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul isn’t another try-harder, pray-it-away devotional, it’s a lifeline from someone who truly understands what it’s like to live with anxiety. Becky Keife writes from the trenches, offering not just biblical truth, but gentle practices and breath prayers that help quiet the noise and anchor your heart. Her words are tender and theologically rich, free of shame or spiritual striving.”—Jennifer Dukes Lee, author of Growing Slow and It’s All Under Control

“In a world wired for hustle, Becky invites us into holy hush—a lifeline through truth, tenderness, and timeless scripture. A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul meets us in the middle of our mental mayhem with God-breathed clarity and much-needed soul care.”—Marshawn Evans Daniels, Godfidence Coach, TV personality, and founder of Believe Bigger

“This book isn’t about ‘fixing’ your anxiety—but finding hope and knowing you’re loved even in the middle of it.”—Holley Gerth, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of 365 Truths for Every Woman’s Heart

“Jesus invites us to cast our cares on Him. And that is precisely what Becky guides us in doing through these devotions written with vulnerability from her own journey with anxiety that has led her to deeper intimacy with God. Each day is anchored in the life-giving truth of the gospel and infused with the true hope we find in Christ alone. Encounter the peace of Christ you crave in these pages.”—Jeannie Cunnion, bestselling author

“A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul is a salve for hearts weighed down. With empathy, care, and honesty, Becky shares vulnerable pieces of her own experience with anxiety, while offering hope and peace. A gift for anyone who feels alone and overwhelmed by anxiety.”—Tasha Jun, author of Tell Me the Dream Again: Reflections on Family, Ethnicity, and The Sacred Work of Belonging

“Reading each day’s devotion is like being covered in a blanket of peace and surrender. The ‘inhale, exhale’ portion was the perfect action step to breathe in truth and breathe out trust in our Savior. Whether you’re in a hard season or whether you just need a gentle reminder of God’s goodness, this devotional is for you!”—Hannah Crews, author, spokesperson, and content creator

“This book is a safe space no matter how long you’ve wrestled with anxiety. Rather than a 'try harder' approach, Becky gives us permission to lean into God's grace. Best of all, you will find the scriptural truth and effective coping tools to battle anxiety and experience God’s peace.”—Barb Roose, speaker and author of Stronger Than Stress and Surrendered

“This book is a balm for the anxious soul. With scripture, vulnerability, and practical steps, Becky makes space for troubled hearts to exhale. Read it, share it, be transformed by it.”—Anjuli Paschall, author of Stay, Awake, and Feel, director and president of Sojourn and Sage Ministries
Becky Keife is a Bible teacher, speaker, and author passionate about helping people hear God’s voice, embrace their true identity, and step into their purpose. A dedicated mental health advocate, Becky equips individuals and churches to understand anxiety biblically and experience Jesus wholly. She loves long naps, puffy clouds, and shady trails. Becky lives in Southern California with her husband and three always-hungry teenage sons.
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1

Stop Carrying It All Alone

Praise the Lord; praise God our savior!
For each day he carries us in his arms.
—Psalm 68:19

God gave me a mental picture that I never want to forget. In it I was carrying a heavy, heavy load. It was piled up so high that I could barely balance it. I struggled to take even a small step forward. I was utterly weighed down and discouraged.

Then I realized that Jesus was standing right next to me. He opened his arms as an invitation to take what I was carrying. One by one, I handed him my burdens. I gave him the heaviness of my anxiety, a difficult relationship, a source of deep pain, an impossible decision.

Somehow, what I struggled to carry with two arms Jesus now held easily with one. Then he put his other arm around my shoulder. In that moment I knew that even if my circumstances never changed, I didn’t have to stay crushed by their weight.

With Jesus by my side, I was no longer stuck.

Though I cannot literally see Jesus next to me, this mental picture reminds me that I always have access to his Spirit’s very real presence. God dwells in us, which means he’s even closer than an arm around our shoulders.

If you’re struggling to carry it all—whatever your “all” may be—that’s okay. You actually were never meant to do the carrying. Today you can give your heavy load to Jesus. You can accept the indwelling strength of God’s Spirit. He is the only one capable of holding your burdens and helping you take the next step.

Inhale Truth

Jesus comes to my rescue.

Exhale Trust

He carries me in his arms.

Jesus, thank you for meeting me in all my weariness and with all my burdens. I know you didn’t intend for me to carry everything on my own. Help me remember that I can come to you no matter what and that you will take my load. Especially when my anxiety flares, help me remember that my joy, peace, and strength reside not in my own effort but in your faithful presence. Amen.
Copyright © 2025 by Becky Keife. All rights reserved. No part of this excerpt may be reproduced or reprinted without permission in writing from the publisher.

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Find the relief you’ve been longing for—calm your racing thoughts, soothe your anxious soul, and experience the peace of Jesus through 100 transformative devotions.

“A lifeline from someone who truly understands what it’s like to live with anxiety . . . Her words are tender and theologically rich, free of shame or spiritual striving.”—Jennifer Dukes Lee, author of Growing Slow and It’s All Under Control

Anxiety can make you feel stuck, restless, and overwhelmed—your thoughts spinning, your chest tight, your prayers coming up empty. But God hasn’t abandoned you in your struggle. He’s inviting you into His unshakable peace.

A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul is your daily companion to help you quiet the chaos within and anchor your heart in God’s truth. Through Scripture, honest reflections, and simple peace practices, Bible teacher Becky Keife draws from her own experience with anxiety disorder to offer you a path to

• settle your mental storms (even at three in the morning)
• connect with God through prayer when words feel impossible
• recognize you’re not alone in your struggle
• develop healthy rhythms for managing daily anxiety
• rest securely in the unchanging faithfulness of God

You don’t need to numb out, push through, or figure this out alone. These transformative devotions will help you discover true freedom and see that even in your anxiety, God is near.

A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul makes a thoughtful and meaningful gift for:
  • Anyone seeking calm in the chaos of stress, anxiety, or overwhelm
  • Friends walking through seasons of grief or uncertainty
  • Small groups focused on prayer, encouragement, or mental health support
  • Women and men ready for a fresh way to connect with God daily
  • Teens and young adults navigating the pressures of an anxious world
  • Pastors, teachers, and caregivers who hold the anxieties of others

Praise

“A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul isn’t another try-harder, pray-it-away devotional, it’s a lifeline from someone who truly understands what it’s like to live with anxiety. Becky Keife writes from the trenches, offering not just biblical truth, but gentle practices and breath prayers that help quiet the noise and anchor your heart. Her words are tender and theologically rich, free of shame or spiritual striving.”—Jennifer Dukes Lee, author of Growing Slow and It’s All Under Control

“In a world wired for hustle, Becky invites us into holy hush—a lifeline through truth, tenderness, and timeless scripture. A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul meets us in the middle of our mental mayhem with God-breathed clarity and much-needed soul care.”—Marshawn Evans Daniels, Godfidence Coach, TV personality, and founder of Believe Bigger

“This book isn’t about ‘fixing’ your anxiety—but finding hope and knowing you’re loved even in the middle of it.”—Holley Gerth, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of 365 Truths for Every Woman’s Heart

“Jesus invites us to cast our cares on Him. And that is precisely what Becky guides us in doing through these devotions written with vulnerability from her own journey with anxiety that has led her to deeper intimacy with God. Each day is anchored in the life-giving truth of the gospel and infused with the true hope we find in Christ alone. Encounter the peace of Christ you crave in these pages.”—Jeannie Cunnion, bestselling author

“A Verse a Day for the Anxious Soul is a salve for hearts weighed down. With empathy, care, and honesty, Becky shares vulnerable pieces of her own experience with anxiety, while offering hope and peace. A gift for anyone who feels alone and overwhelmed by anxiety.”—Tasha Jun, author of Tell Me the Dream Again: Reflections on Family, Ethnicity, and The Sacred Work of Belonging

“Reading each day’s devotion is like being covered in a blanket of peace and surrender. The ‘inhale, exhale’ portion was the perfect action step to breathe in truth and breathe out trust in our Savior. Whether you’re in a hard season or whether you just need a gentle reminder of God’s goodness, this devotional is for you!”—Hannah Crews, author, spokesperson, and content creator

“This book is a safe space no matter how long you’ve wrestled with anxiety. Rather than a 'try harder' approach, Becky gives us permission to lean into God's grace. Best of all, you will find the scriptural truth and effective coping tools to battle anxiety and experience God’s peace.”—Barb Roose, speaker and author of Stronger Than Stress and Surrendered

“This book is a balm for the anxious soul. With scripture, vulnerability, and practical steps, Becky makes space for troubled hearts to exhale. Read it, share it, be transformed by it.”—Anjuli Paschall, author of Stay, Awake, and Feel, director and president of Sojourn and Sage Ministries

Author

Becky Keife is a Bible teacher, speaker, and author passionate about helping people hear God’s voice, embrace their true identity, and step into their purpose. A dedicated mental health advocate, Becky equips individuals and churches to understand anxiety biblically and experience Jesus wholly. She loves long naps, puffy clouds, and shady trails. Becky lives in Southern California with her husband and three always-hungry teenage sons.
Becky Keife View titles by Becky Keife

Excerpt

1

Stop Carrying It All Alone

Praise the Lord; praise God our savior!
For each day he carries us in his arms.
—Psalm 68:19

God gave me a mental picture that I never want to forget. In it I was carrying a heavy, heavy load. It was piled up so high that I could barely balance it. I struggled to take even a small step forward. I was utterly weighed down and discouraged.

Then I realized that Jesus was standing right next to me. He opened his arms as an invitation to take what I was carrying. One by one, I handed him my burdens. I gave him the heaviness of my anxiety, a difficult relationship, a source of deep pain, an impossible decision.

Somehow, what I struggled to carry with two arms Jesus now held easily with one. Then he put his other arm around my shoulder. In that moment I knew that even if my circumstances never changed, I didn’t have to stay crushed by their weight.

With Jesus by my side, I was no longer stuck.

Though I cannot literally see Jesus next to me, this mental picture reminds me that I always have access to his Spirit’s very real presence. God dwells in us, which means he’s even closer than an arm around our shoulders.

If you’re struggling to carry it all—whatever your “all” may be—that’s okay. You actually were never meant to do the carrying. Today you can give your heavy load to Jesus. You can accept the indwelling strength of God’s Spirit. He is the only one capable of holding your burdens and helping you take the next step.

Inhale Truth

Jesus comes to my rescue.

Exhale Trust

He carries me in his arms.

Jesus, thank you for meeting me in all my weariness and with all my burdens. I know you didn’t intend for me to carry everything on my own. Help me remember that I can come to you no matter what and that you will take my load. Especially when my anxiety flares, help me remember that my joy, peace, and strength reside not in my own effort but in your faithful presence. Amen.
Copyright © 2025 by Becky Keife. All rights reserved. No part of this excerpt may be reproduced or reprinted without permission in writing from the publisher.

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