Why We Struggle With Surrender (Podcast)

What does it truly mean to surrender our lives to Christ? This powerful conversation challenges us to examine the difference between accepting Jesus as Savior versus embracing Him as Lord. We explore the compelling story of the rich young ruler who came to Jesus seeking eternal life but walked away sad because he couldn't let go of his possessions. This isn't just about money or material things—it's about whatever we're holding onto that prevents us from fully surrendering to God's will. The rich young ruler wanted a transaction, a spiritual addition to his already comfortable life, but Jesus called him to transformation. We face this same choice daily: will we try to carry the cross with one hand while clutching our own plans with the other, or will we lay down everything and pick up what God has for us? The journey from being a fan to becoming a follower requires us to pray 'Your kingdom come, Your will be done' over our own kingdoms and plans. Surrender isn't defeat—it's stepping into the abundant life Jesus promises when we stop co-piloting and let Him take full control.