1 Hamuera 16:13

This is part 1 of 4 in the Feed Middle School series Unboxed: Created in God's Image. This plan unpacks Lesson 1: Built on Purpose. God created everyone in his image. While sin has distorted that image, we have the hope of renewal through Jesus.

Living in a broken world guarantees that we will all encounter trauma in our lives. We may experience it in varying degrees, but trauma affects each and every one of us as we navigate broken relationships, challenging experiences, and other harsh realities of life. However, trauma doesn’t have to define our stories. There is hope beyond trauma and ways to overcome it.

Many believers doubt their ability to lead what God has called them to because they focus on natural credentials and past performance rather than God’s provision. When God calls you, He also anoints you, and that anointing—not your résumé—is what enables you to lead with confidence and fruitfulness. In this three-day devotional, you will discover how to shift your focus from natural ability to divine empowerment, learn to recognize the leadership anointing God has placed on you, and grow in confidence that He will lead you to success through His calling on your life.

Have you ever heard the phrase open heaven and pictured pearly gates above? But what if heaven isn’t only a future promise—what if it’s an experience you can have now? An open heaven is moving from knowing about God to living in the reality of His presence. Have you ever been left speechless by His love, favor, or goodness? This devotional is designed to help you live under an open heaven—here and now. And it’s no coincidence you’re here. You’re ready to walk bolder, deeper, and stronger in your faith.