The Power of Total Surrender

By Dave Canovas

Surrender often feels like the only option when life gets overwhelming. In those moments of pain, stress, or anxiety, letting go can seem like a way to unburden ourselves—a kind of magic that eases the weight we carry.

And it’s not wrong to surrender, especially to God, when we find ourselves at a dead end. It’s natural to seek comfort and guidance in difficult times.

But there’s a catch. If we only surrender when life gets tough, we risk missing the full beauty of what surrender really means. It’s not just about giving up our struggles; it’s about giving everything—our defeats and our victories, our joys and our pains, our highs and our lows. True surrender involves offering our whole life to God.

For me, I’ve noticed a pattern. I turn to God in my most trying times, seeking His help and strength. But when the storm passes and life feels calm again, I often let Him fade into the background of my life.

Real surrender, I’m learning, is about more than just the hard times. It’s about inviting God to take full control, to guide every part of my life, not just the moments when I’m struggling. When we surrender everything, we open our hearts and minds to His wisdom and allow Him to guide us into action.

So, let’s take that step. Let’s be ready to listen for His voice, to trust His guidance, and to live fully in surrender. Only then can we experience the true freedom that comes with letting go.