Made for More - Day 1 of 5

Five-day devotional based on the message, "The Battered Restored" by Senior Pastor Jeff Maness on August 10, 2025. Click here to watch the message.

Devotional
In the harsh environment of Death Valley, seeds lie dormant beneath the cracked earth, waiting for the right conditions to bloom into a Super Bloom. Similarly, in our own lives, beneath the surface of our battered and weary hearts, lies the potential for a breathtaking transformation. We are made for more; our lives are meant to reflect the vibrant beauty of a Super Bloom. Just as those seeds require specific conditions to burst forth in color, we require the divine conditions set by Jesus to restore us and reveal our true purpose. This restoration is not just a one-time event but a continuous journey toward becoming who we were truly meant to be.

Bible Verse
“And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all He has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind He will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship Him.” — Romans 12:1

Sermon Quote
“The ‘more’ that Jesus has for me starts with restoring every part of me. It’s not a Super Bloom that happens once every decade or so—Jesus wants to awaken what’s under the surface—bring dead, broken, and battered things to life—and enable me to experience the full life He desires for me to have.”

Reflection Question
What areas of my life feel like a dry and barren desert, and how might Jesus be inviting me to allow Him to bring them to life?

Prayer
Dear Jesus, thank You for seeing the potential in me, even when I only see cracked and barren ground. Help me to trust in Your promise of restoration and transformation. Awaken the seeds of potential within me and guide me to live a life that reflects Your beauty and purpose. Amen.