Part 3 - SURRENDER

"Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven."

Surrender:

To yield to the power or possession of another or to any influence; to resign; to hand over; to give up; to relinquish control to another

The kingdom of God has come or is here. (Luke 17:20-21)

A Kingdom indicates:

Domain: area of rule

Authority; of the King

Power: to excercise His will

Control: over what happens in the kingdom

Leadership: in the lives of His subjects

Romans 14:17; 1 Cor. 4:20

How is God's will done in heaven?

Absolutely - without question

Instantly - without delay

Completely - without reservation

Joyfully - without regret

How is God's will done on earth?

We act as though our good intentions and words are the key to seeing God's will done on earth

God's will will never get done . . . until we DO it . . . this is a prayer of surrender, of commitment, of acceptance of the task

John 6:38; John 4:34, Mark 3:31-35

What is God's will?

1 Thess. 5:11-22: Among other things . . . No matter what happens, always be thankful, for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.

Issues at stake:

Vulnerability, risk, control, comfort, fear, uncertainty, pride, freedom

What is surrender all about?

Physical gestures depicting surrender: bowing, kneeling, raising hands

Characteristics of surrendering:

Humility, honesty, submission, allegiance, commitment

Matthew 26: 36-42

Our lives are like a house: many rooms, compartments, storage areas

What happens when we don't surrender to God?

There are many results . . . but it ultimately leads to bondage.

How do we surrender?

It starts with a willingness to give over the leadership and control of our various rooms to God.

Matt 16:24-26; Romans 6:12-13, Ephesians 5:18, 1 Peter 4:1-2

It ultimately results in obeying with abandon the word and will of God in every area of our lives.

What happens when we do surrender to God?

THere are many results . . . but it ultimately leads to freedom.

Hebrews 10:35-26; 1 John 2:17