One great devotional book with stories is 'Streams in the Desert' by Mrs. Charles E. Cowman. It contains many inspiring stories and devotional thoughts for spiritual nourishment.
The 'Chicken Soup for the Soul' series can also be considered in a way. It has numerous stories that often touch on themes of inspiration, kindness, and personal growth, which can be devotional in nature.
Another is 'The Practice of the Presence of God' by Brother Lawrence. It tells stories and insights about maintaining a constant awareness of God in daily life through simple yet profound experiences.
The story of Dhruva is also a great devotional Hindi story. Dhruva was a young boy who was determined to gain the attention of Lord Vishnu. Through his intense penance, he was able to reach the abode of Vishnu. This story teaches us the power of single - minded devotion.
There's a devotional story of a young monk. He was assigned to tend to the monastery garden. At first, he was frustrated as the plants didn't seem to grow well. But he didn't give up. He prayed every day while taking care of the plants. Eventually, the garden flourished. It teaches us that with devotion and perseverance, even difficult tasks can be accomplished.
One great Christmas devotional short story is 'The Gift of the Magi'. It's about a young couple who are very poor but deeply in love. The wife cuts and sells her long beautiful hair to buy a chain for her husband's precious watch, while the husband sells his watch to buy combs for his wife's hair. It shows the selfless love during Christmas time.
Sure. There is a story about a nun. She dedicated her life to serving the poor in a remote village. Despite facing many difficulties like lack of resources and harsh living conditions, she never wavered in her faith. She established a small school and a clinic with the help of some kind-hearted people, bringing hope and care to the villagers.
Sure. There was a story about a little boy in Sunday school. He was so excited to pray for his pet fish that he thought was sick. He prayed with all his might, and the next day, the fish seemed more active. He believed it was a miracle from his devotional prayer.
Sharing sexual stories, even with the term 'devotional', is inappropriate and not suitable for public discussion. We should focus on positive, family - friendly and ethical topics.
One story could be about a poor family on Christmas. They had little to offer in terms of gifts or a grand meal. But a kind neighbor secretly left a basket of food and simple toys at their door. The family was overjoyed and they prayed to thank God for this unexpected kindness. It shows that the true spirit of Christmas is about giving and sharing, not just material things.
Sure. One story is about a young shepherd boy. He was often alone with his flock but always felt God's presence. One day, a wild animal threatened the sheep. The boy prayed and suddenly, a sense of calm came over him. He bravely faced the animal and it fled. This shows that in our times of fear, God gives us the strength to face difficulties.
Sure. Here's one: A young boy was always feeling down about his poor family. But every Sunday, he went to church. One day, the pastor said that every life is precious in God's eyes regardless of wealth. That inspired the boy to work hard. He believed that God had a plan for him. He studied diligently and later became a successful doctor, helping many in his community.
Sure. Once there was a monk who was always misplacing his prayer beads. One day, he found them in the chicken coop. He laughed and said, 'Even the chickens want to pray!'