Streams in the Desert: 366 Daily Devotional Readings

This devotional classic presents thoughts penned by Mrs. Charles E. Cowman or selected from other Christian writers (who are given minimal attribution--generally just a name or initials). Most days begin with a brief Scripture or Scripture excerpt, then have some written prose thoughts, and finally a poem. Many of the thoughts still resonate with readers. By today's standards, the citations to other works are incomplete and inadequate. The poetry seems a little trite and probably a little too focused on rhyme for today's audience. I'm certain the work will continue to provide daily thoughts to another generation of readers, but I hope someone takes the time to update it to include fuller citations and perhaps to replace some of the show more monotonous poetry with poetry that will speak to future generations. show less

Not as timely as Jesus Calling (maybe it was the year I read it), but this daily devotional provided very substantial food for thought. I added many notes in the margin for future reference.

This is a wonderful devotional, and I love the author's incorporation of songs and poetry. She often speaks as though she's sitting right there with you, and her writing is so reassuring and hopeful.

A friend (AC) sent me this book a while ago. I've read other items related to "Streams in the Desert" in the past, but I don't think this was one of them.

I haven't finished it yet and may update this more at a later time.

Personally, I've never been one who likes to try to dissect poetry to figure out the meaning--and there's been a lot of that so far in what I've read. I'm always tempted to skip ahead after the first couple stanzas, especially if I'm reading it at a time of day where that type of concentration (for me) is not as sharp as it is at other times of the day.

本書內容大部分採自美國考門夫人所編。但本書乃是節取原著中之菁華，因此有些是節譯，有協則刪減，使之簡短有力、字字珠璣，當中也另有增補進國內聖徒的著作。

For Christians who are experiencing trials and difficulties in their lives I highly recommend this devotional. As you struggle to understand God dealings with you, this book can help provide great insights and comfort that goes with them.

I have never had a daily devotional that I have been able to stick with throughout the year, until this one. This is a good devotional for those more trying days.