Made for More - Day 4 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
As God restores us, He reveals our true selves, the person He created us to be. This revelation often requires us to confront past hurts, sins, and insecurities that have shaped us. Through His grace, God peels back the layers, allowing us to see ourselves through His eyes. This process can be challenging but is essential for healing and growth. As we surrender to His restoration, we discover our identity in Christ and embrace the life He has for us—one marked by purpose and authenticity.

Bible Verse
“Because of the privilege and authority God has given me, I give each of you this warning: Don’t think you are better than you really are. Be honest in your evaluation of yourselves, measuring yourselves by the faith God has given us.” — Romans 12:3

Sermon Quote
“It reveals what’s under the surface—buried deep—and allows Jesus and His Holy Spirit to restore those broken and battered parts of my identity.”

Reflection Question
Lord—is there anything under the surface that You want to reveal? Any hurt, pain, trauma, grief, sin that is unresolved? That I might need to seek help for—through counseling, or community, or confession?

Prayer
Lord, reveal to me my true self, the person You created me to be. Help me to let go of past wounds and insecurities, trusting in Your healing power. May I see myself through Your eyes and walk confidently in the identity You have given me. Amen.