I wasn't sure what to expect when I received the Gratitude coloring journal but was instantly excited once I was able to hold it in my hands. The size is perfect in my opinion and I love the feel of the entire journal. The fonts and balance between parts that are already colored by the artist and those left for my own artist hand to color was perfect since coloring has never been my strong point.

Once I was able to sit down to color I was disappointed to find that the paper was too thin for me to use with my Copic markers so I had to settle for colored pencils which I am not a fan of since you cannot get that smooth look. Other than that this journal is wonderful! I love how there are places for me to write prayers or my thoughts, Bible verses, and even prayers of gratitude which is exactly what I need when the words do not come so easily for me.

While I was coloring my first page my son came in and we colored part of a page together! I loved that I could talk to him about being grateful for everything despite the circumstances and that we were able to share that sweet, precious time.

Thank you Tyndale for giving me a copy of this journal in exchange for an honest review. It came at just the right time in my life and has reminded me that even in coloring you can give thanks. ( )

Creativity and quiet time combine in this fun, relaxing and encouraging book from Tyndale Publishers. Gratitude: A Prayer and Praise Coloring Journal has everything you need to bring meaning to your time with God. I love the interesting illustrations to color, the prayers that speak to deep needs, the accompanying Bible verses for meditation and memorization, and the space dedicated to writing out concerns, questions and requests. Its hardback presentation makes it a sturdy companion for your purse, backpack or briefcase — easy to take along with you wherever you need to go! Gratitude is the theme and isn’t that something we need to keep in the front of our minds when spending time with God? There is so much to be thankful for even in the midst of busyness, and this coloring journal will remind you of that.

Recommended.

Audience: older teens and adults.

(Thanks to Tyndale for a review copy. All opinion expressed are mine alone.) ( )

Gratitude: A Prayer and Praise Coloring Journal is part of the Living Expressions Collection by Tyndale Publishers. The introduction invites you to “connect with God in a fresh, new way” through creative expression (drawing, coloring, journaling, etc.) that supplements prayer and meditation on Scripture.

The journal's cover is eye-catching and the inside pages are tastefully illustrated. Each entry is two pages long and most coordinate a prayer, a Scripture, illustrations to color, and a lined space for writing thoughts and prayers. The lined space is limited and easily filled up, but there is usually blank space that can be used for overflow. Lest the journal be too uniform, the topics vary and sometimes there is simply blank space instead of lined space or a Scripture thought with no pre-written prayer. While coloring and journaling comprise most of the encouraged artistic activities, some suggest making a collage or drawing.

A few other things I liked about this journal:

It's challenging: The prayers often express thankfulness and then ask God for personal growth (which we all know can be difficult).

It's flexible: On days that you have plenty of time, there are pages with space for a lot of intricate coloring. For busy days, there are some that don't require coloring or very little coloring. The pages and thoughts don't compile, so you can skip around as needed.

Gratitude: A Prayer and Praise Coloring Journal would make a lovely gift for a woman of any age.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising." ( )

When I was younger , I liked to color and was always careful to stay in the lines. I couldn't draw at all, but I sure thought I was the champion of coloring. It's funny how things you enjoy as a child is now something adults are doing as a type of relaxation. This book is a hard cover and very well designed. I always look for journals when I go to the store. I like to write down scriptures that are meaningful to me or just thoughts of something I heard a pastor speak on.

This book is a treasure. It is a unique way to get into the Word, get a fresh perspective and jot down your thoughts. There are beautifully designed graphics and pictures to color as you journey through the book. It is a very encouraging book and the prayers in the book are powerful. This would be a great gift to surprise someone with and definitely grab an extra copy for yourself. It is not very long , but it really gets you to thinking and what better way to study the Word. I am taking my time going through the journal and enjoying all the topics it has in the book. It is sure to encourage people and put a smile on faces. Go ahead, grab a copy or two, get those colored pencils ready and dive into your new journal filled with pages where you can relax and enjoy your time with a perfect way to pray, praise and color .

I received a copy of this book from The Tyndale Blogger program for an honest review. ( )

Title: Gratitude (A Prayer & Praise Coloring Journal)
Pages: 112
Year: 2016
Publisher: Tyndale
My rating is 5 stars.
I have noticed an increase in coloring books that either promote a theme of some kind or include Scripture verses. Here is one that I like a lot because it has pages for people to write out their thoughts, prayers, praise or whatever along with a page of coloring.
The hard cover provides a firm way to aid in writing or coloring. While they aren’t a lot of pages, I believe that can be beneficial so that a person doesn’t get bored or feel the weight as being heavy as he/she might if it were a thick book.
I think people of all ages would enjoy the book. I would consider giving it as a gift to people you know or someone you don’t as a way to introduce them to Jesus!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255. “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” ( )