Every Hour I Need You: 30 Meditations for Moms on the Character of God

By Katie Faris

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Every Hour I Need You: 30 Meditations for Moms on the Character of God

By Katie Faris

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Through Personal Stories and Rich, Biblical Insights, Katie Faris Connects the Dots between Who God Is and Everyday Motherhood

From early mornings to sleepless nights and busy activity schedules in between, motherhood is difficult, sanctifying work. Confronted with the struggles and unknowns of raising children, women are reminded daily of their need for help, and from this awareness comes the heart cry of every mother: a longing to be known and loved through it all.

Having raised 5 children between the ages of 7 and 18, Katie Faris understands the challenges of parenting and the importance of remembering God’s provision and providence. In Every Hour I Need You, she walks with women, helping them contemplate God’s unchanging character and discover how his purposes are at work, even in the everyday moments of motherhood. These 30 brief devotions focus on distinct characteristics of God—including his sovereignty, generosity, and patience—inviting women to know him more through his word, experience deeper spiritual affections and stronger faith, and serve Christ through the care of their families at home. 

  • 30 Brief Devotions: Perfect for busy moms, these short chapters help readers lift their gaze and daily turn to God for strength
  • Personal and Practical: Katie Faris shares stories that will help women draw connections between their own lives and the biblical truths they are studying
  • Excellent Gift for Moms of Every Age: Helps women understand how God’s goodness informs motherhood
  • Each Chapter Features Reflection and Prayer Prompts

Author:

Katie Faris

Katie Faris (BA, Grove City College) is the author of He Will Be Enough: How God Takes You by the Hand Through Your Hardest Days and Loving My Children: Embracing Biblical Motherhood and a contributing writer to several blogs including the Gospel Coalition and the Focused Pastor. A pastor’s wife and mother to five, Katie lives with her family in New Jersey. To learn more, visit katiefaris.com.

Product Details

Format: Paperback
Page Count: 240
Size: 5.0 in x 7.0 in
Weight: 10.0 ounces
ISBN-10: 1-4335-9899-X
ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-9899-9
ISBN-UPC: 9781433598999
Case Quantity: 52
Published: May 06, 2025

Table of Contents

Introduction: A Mother’s Heart Cry
Devotions
 
Chapter 1: Self-Existent
Chapter 2: Incomprehensible
Chapter 3: Self-Sufficient
Chapter 4: Sovereign
Chapter 5: Purposeful
Chapter 6: Wise
Chapter 7: Powerful
Chapter 8: Strong
Chapter 9: All-Knowing
Chapter 10: Everywhere
Chapter 11: Near
Chapter 12: Eternal
Chapter 13: Unchangeable
Chapter 14: Majestic
Chapter 15: Holy
Chapter 16: Just
Chapter 17: Wrathful
Chapter 18: Loving
Chapter 19: Jealous
Chapter 20: Good
Chapter 21: Merciful
Chapter 22: Gracious
Chapter 23: Generous
Chapter 24: Truthful
Chapter 25: Gentle
Chapter 26: Peace
Chapter 27: Comforting
Chapter 28: Patient
Chapter 29: Wonderful
Chapter 30: Faithful
 
Conclusion: Motherhood in Light of Eternity
Appendix A: Attributes of God Chart
Appendix B: For Further Reading
Gratefully

 

Endorsements

“Katie Faris understands the challenges that moms are facing and graciously points them to their greatest hope and deepest comfort: God himself. These thirty rich reflections will help a mom in the trenches lift her eyes to her Savior, gaining a fresh perspective as she meditates on her Lord. The truths from this book will trickle down into a mom’s daily life and decisions, helping her navigate the joys and trials of motherhood.”
Emily A. Jensen, coauthor, Gospel Mom and Risen Motherhood

“I’m so thankful for Katie Faris’s book. There is nothing I need more than a clearer, closer, better knowledge and love of God; and she has given moms a gift in these meditations on his attributes. Take a few precious moments each day, read Every Hour I Need You, and be blessed by who your God is: faithful, strong, patient, truthful, and so much more.”
Kristen Wetherell, mom of three; author, Humble Moms; Help for the Hungry Soul; and the For the Bible Tells Me So board-book series

“Motherhood can expose our weakness like none other. Every Hour I Need You by Katie Faris invites imperfect moms to rest in the God of perfect strength. Faris paints thirty glorious pictures of God’s character and calls tired, frustrated, impatient, fearful, and discouraged moms to behold the God of all comfort. Faris never fails to recall the person and work of Christ as she blends her personal stories with Scripture on God’s character. Every devotion inspired me to worship and pray to the God who gives rich mercy and gracious help in time of need.”
Nana Dolce, author, You Are Redeemed and The Seed of the Woman