Women Who Followed Jesus: 40 Devotions on the Journey to Easter

by Dandi Daley Mackall

Overview

Notes From Your Bookseller

You very often hear about the men who followed Jesus, but here we get a devotional centered on the dynamic women who followed him as well. Built around the scripture you know and love, this new lens is ripe with daily inspiration.

ECPA Easter Bestseller 2024
2025 FINALIST Christian Book Awards

"Powerful daily encouragement that will enhance your walk with God." —Jerry B. Jenkins, writer of the Left Behind series and The Chosen novels

Step into the untold stories of the women who walked with Jesus—women whose faith, courage, and devotion shaped the early church. 

Women Who Followed Jesus is a transformative 40-day devotional that brings fresh insight into the lives of Mary, the Mother of Jesus; Mary Magdalene; Joanna; Susanna; Salome; and others who witnessed Christ’s ministry, death, and resurrection.
From the author of Three Wise Women comes this Bible-Based Devotional for Spiritual Growth.

Each daily reading includes:

• A Scripture passage highlighting key moments from the Gospels.
• Reflections on struggles and triumphs of biblical women and their personal encounters with Jesus.
• Thought-provoking questions to deepen your faith and apply their stories to your life.
• Through these pages, you’ll see how these women were not just followers but vital witnesses—playing pivotal roles in the story of salvation and the birth of the early church. Their lives serve as powerful reminders of God’s purpose for you today.

Perfect For:

Lenten & Easter devotionals – Walk through the season with faith and reflection.
Bible study & small groups – A meaningful guide for discussion and spiritual growth.
Women’s ministry & personal reflection – Discover your own faith journey through their inspiring stories.

"In this beautiful 40-day devotional, Mackall brings us close to the cross, revealing Jesus through the eyes of the women who followed Him. Each day’s reading is moving and meaningful. Highly recommended." —Robin Lee Hatcher, Christy Award-winning author

If you’re longing for a deeper connection with Jesus, Women Who Followed Jesuswill inspire, challenge, and encourage you every step of the way.

Begin your journey today!

(Find free resources at womenwhofollowedjesusbook.com)

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781640608511
Publisher:	Paraclete Press
Publication date:	01/30/2024
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	5.60(w) x 8.30(h) x (d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Dandi Daley Mackall is the award-winning author of over 500 books for children and adults. She visits countless schools, conducts writing assemblies and workshops across the United States, and presents keynote addresses at conferences and young author events. She is also a frequent guest on radio talk shows and has made dozens of appearances on TV. She has won several awards for her writing, including the Helen Keating Ott Award for Contributions to Children’s Literature, the Edgar Award, and a two-time Mom’s Choice Award winner. Dandi writes from rural Ohio, surrounded by her writer-husband, Joe, their three children and their families, plus horses, dogs, cats, a turtle, a tortoise, and more. 

Editorial Reviews

"Another winner from Dandi Mackall who once again applies her lifetime of scholarship to craft a wholly accessible devotional. Using plausible imagining related to an octet of first century women, much like The Chosen TV series does, she offers powerful daily encouragement that will enhance your walk with God." —Jerry B. Jenkins, writer of the Left Behind series and The Chosen novels

"With her engaging storytelling, Dandi Daley Mackall beckons readers to step into the lives of women in Scripture who experienced personal moments with Jesus and left forever changed. Every chapter welcomes readers into God’s presence to prayerfully ponder heart-sifting reflection questions and spirit-nourishing Bible verses. Through this unique journey to Easter, we can invite the Holy Spirit to do the beautiful work of illuminating Scripture and empowering us to embrace the abundant life of holiness and purpose available for all women who follow Jesus." —Xochitl Dixon, contributing writer for Our Daily Bread and God Hears Her, author of What Color is God’s Love?, Different Like Me, and Waiting for God: Trusting Daily in God’s Plan and Pace

"In this beautiful 40-day devotional, Mackall brings us close to the cross, revealing Jesus through the eyes of women who followed Him during His earthly ministry. Each day’s reading is moving and meaningful. Highly recommended." —Robin Lee Hatcher, Christy Award-winning author of the Legacy of Faith series

 

 

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