A Beautiful Year with Jesus (LB)

A Beautiful Year with Jesus is a thoughtfully crafted devotional that combines Scripture, prayer, and contemplative imagery to invite you into a peaceful rhythm of daily connection with God.

Created with simplicity and depth in mind, this 30-day devotional is especially suited for those who long to connect with God but struggle to find the time. Each entry is short, meaningful, and easy to engage with—offering a Bible passage, a brief reflection, and a closing prayer that help you pause, recenter, and draw near to God, even in life’s busiest seasons.

To create a richer, more meditative experience, A Beautiful Year with Jesus features original artwork by two gifted artists: Rachel Yumi Chung and Katie Waiyu. Rachel, based in Virginia, paints whimsical, joy-filled worlds deeply rooted in faith, Korean heritage, and a sense of wonder. Katie, based in the UK with roots in Hong Kong, crafts art that celebrates the quiet beauty of everyday life and invites the viewer into rest. Together, their illustrations infuse each page with visual peace and gentle reflection.

Whether you begin your mornings with it or return to it in quiet moments throughout the day, A Beautiful Year with Jesus offers space to slow down, breathe deeply, and encounter the presence of Jesus—one day at a time.

Author Biography

As part of its vision to create meaningful, faith-centered books, Alabaster partnered with artists Katie Waiyu and Rachel Yumi Chung to bring A Beautiful Year with Jesus to life.

Katie Waiyu, a UK-based illustrator with roots in Hong Kong, creates artwork that honors the quiet beauty of everyday life, offering viewers a sense of peace and reflection. Rachel Yumi Chung, an artist and illustrator based in Virginia, paints joy-filled, whimsical worlds inspired by her Christian faith, Korean heritage, and a deep wonder for life. Together, their artwork transforms each day’s devotional into a visually contemplative experience, inviting readers into stillness, meditation, and deeper connection with God.

Brian Chung, based in Los Angeles, is the co-founder and CEO of Alabaster. Deeply passionate about making faith both accessible and beautiful, Brian brings over 12 years of Christian ministry experience to his work. He founded Alabaster to bridge the gap between Scripture and design—crafting books that invite readers into a deeper spiritual journey through thoughtful visuals while staying true to Scripture’s depth and meaning. His vision has garnered wide recognition, with features in Forbes, Vice, and The LA Times, making Bible engagement more relevant for today’s audience.

Alabaster presents the Bible and Christian books through thoughtful design, artistic photography, and high-quality materials—inviting a new generation to engage with faith in a visually compelling way. Recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in California by Inc. Magazine, Alabaster has sold over one million books and Bibles, with its products embraced by readers, churches, and creatives worldwide.