# Desert Streams: Read & Reflect — Daily Devotions, Audio & Notes

> Daily devotional readings for spiritual growth and comfort. (iPhone/iPad app by 海昕 顾.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/desert-streams-read-and-reflect/id1094259476 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [海昕 顾](https://appshunter.io/developer/606670314)
- Category: Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 138 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 9 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2016-03-24
- Data updated: 2026-09-22
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/desert-streams-read-and-reflect/id1094259476/reviews.md

## What is Desert Streams?

Make time for a quiet moment each day with Streams in the Desert.

Explore daily devotional readings on faith, patience, hope and comfort. Read, listen and keep your own reflections in one place.

DAILY READINGS
Open today’s devotion, browse by date, or revisit an earlier reading. Choose English, Simplified Chinese or Traditional Chinese content.

ENGLISH AND CHINESE AUDIO
Listen to the day’s reading in English or Chinese. An internet connection is required to load audio for the first time.

REFLECTION NOTES
Write a reflection while you read and keep it linked to the original devotion. Search your notes by title, reflection or date. Notes save automatically on your device.

SAVE AND SHARE
Keep favorite readings close at hand. Create an image of an article to save or share.

READ YOUR WAY
Adjust the font, text size and text color for a comfortable reading experience on iPhone and iPad.

A little reading, a little listening, and space to reflect—every day.

## Key features

- Daily inspirational articles
- 365 unique readings
- Themes of faith and perseverance
- Comforting and encouraging content
- Based on real-life experiences

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 一杯咖啡 | $0.99 | one-time |
| 一枚金币 | $2.99 | one-time |
| 一枚银币 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 一枚钻石 | $6.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/desert-streams-read-and-reflect/id1094259476/reviews.md

### 1/5 — 这个app似乎不动了

*2026-03-06*

打开app后只看到红底上写的荒漠甘泉简繁有声版几个字，完全无法转换换到下一页。这个app是不再function了吗？

### 5/5 — 荒莫甘泉

*2025-11-17, version 1.2*

我數十年來盡可能的每天去閱讀荒漠甘泉。每日的聖言都給我一個新的指示及希望。直到如今，耶和華我們唯一的天父都保佑我們每日的起居平安。每日的聖言也幫助我們的成長。我終於在今天的復活節領洗成為一個基督徒。感謝天主。

### 5/5 — Reviewing

*2025-04-21, version 1.2*

Good for spiritual 👏🙏

### 5/5 — 荒莫甘泉

*2025-01-13, version 1.2*

我數十年來盡可能的每天去閱讀荒漠甘泉。每日的聖言都給我一個新的指示及希望。直到如今，耶和華我們唯一的天父都保佑我們每日的起居平安。

### 1/5 — The app doesn’t work correctly

*2024-11-05*

No audio

### 2/5 — Boys not working

*2024-10-03*

Boys feature is a must, but it has stopped working in the last a few days for me

### 5/5 — 灵粮

*2024-04-15, version 1.2*

最近这几篇文章就是为我量身定制的一样。它告诉我每天该怎么做。在这段人生又一大坎坷的路上，神通过每日灵粮来带领我，让我不惧怕，而是满心欢喜和平安。因为我知道神爱我，他通过试炼来增强我的信心。

### 5/5 — 荒莫甘泉

*2022-08-05, version 1.2*

我感謝神讓我每都可以在手機裏閱讀荒莫甘泉.
記得從小我母親己經把這本好書送給我. 我現在才真正的知道它是何等的寶貝. 是我每天的靈糧
感謝你們！

Thomas

### 5/5 — Faithful

*2022-07-11*

Patient

### 5/5 — Great with audio

*2022-01-09*

Hi team, 

I have been reading this Spring in the desert,  since I came to the lord in 2007, it help my spiritual man grows. 

Thank you for the new version which it is automatically pop out the day according to calendar date. Especially the new version which provides audio is amazing. Because sometimes I can’t read it but can just put my headphone to listen. 

I pray that the Lord bless you all and keep you , May He inspires you to do more good work for His kingdom and for His glory. 

Blessing 
Claire

## Frequently asked questions about Desert Streams

### What is this app about?

This app provides daily inspirational readings designed to offer comfort and encouragement. It features 365 short articles, each reflecting on themes of faith, perseverance, and spiritual growth, drawn from personal experiences.

### What kind of content can I expect?

You can expect daily readings that focus on topics such as overcoming hardship, the importance of patience, strengthening belief, practicing love, finding comfort, self-reflection, and resilience. The articles are concise and intended to be uplifting.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a completely free user experience.

### Who is the target audience for this app?

This app is intended for individuals who are looking for daily spiritual guidance, comfort during difficult times, and inspiration rooted in faith and personal resilience. It's for those who appreciate reflective and encouraging content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0 — 2026-09-21

What’s new in version 2.0:
• A refreshed reading interface and navigation.
• Reflection notes linked to each reading, with search and automatic saving on your device.
• English devotional content, interface and daily audio.
• Improvements to language switching and audio loading.

### 1.4 — 2026-07-20

支持后台播放
新增分享功能

### 1.3 — 2026-06-24

1、设计了新款图标。
2、文字校对修改。
3、优化了语音播放（支持后台播放）
4、UI界面优化。

### 1.2 — 2021-11-23

bug 修复
适配低版本系统

### 1.1 — 2021-11-20

1.适配最新系统 。
2.适配IPAD。
3.修复语音不能播放的BUG。
4.UI美化。

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