Sermon: 3/15/26- Thursday's Devotional

Honesty, Surrender, and Restored Identity
Reading: Psalm 139:23-24; James 5:16

Reconciliation with God and others requires brutal honesty. We must acknowledge the hurt we've experienced and possibly the hurt we've inflicted. David prayed, "Search me, God, and know my heart." This kind of transparency feels vulnerable because we're so skilled at crafting narratives where we're always the hero. But God already knows the truth. He invites us into honest confession—not to shame us, but to free us. Surrender follows honesty: "I give myself to what You want to do in this situation." As we surrender, God restores our identity. He shows us we're neither worthless worms nor self-righteous judges. We're beloved children, forgiven and empowered to forgive. Today, practice radical honesty with God about a broken relationship. Surrender your version of events and ask Him to show you the truth.