Genuine surrender says, "Father, if this problem, pain, sickness, or circumstance is needed to fulfill your purpose and glory in my life or in another's life, please don't take it away."
You know you're surrendered to God when you rely on God to work things out instead of trying to manipulate others, force your agenda, and control the situation. You let go and let God work. You don't have to always be in charge. Instead of trying harder, you trust more.
You also know you're surrendered when you don't react to criticism and rush to defend yourself.
You also know you're surrendered when you don't react to criticism and rush to defend yourself.
This level of maturity doesn't come easy. Surrender is hard work. In our case, it requires intense warfare against our self-centered nature.
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