In contemplation of how to be a surrendered soul, I’ve had to look more in depth at the true definition of the word surrender. Easily I’ve sung and spoke about my surrender, but I don’t know that I’ve understood enough the meaning. To relinquish possession or control is not easy when I can’t agree to forgo my power in the matter.
Surrender really means to be powerless! This very concept goes against the grain of all that life and experiences teach us. We as a culture are taught it’s always about getting power; to crave and desire it, to seek it in money, position and status. We have but to turn on the television or pick up a magazine, even look at a billboard to be reminded of these goals.
The soles of my feet are feeling out the new ground I stand upon, and the soil is like nothing I’ve ever stepped upon before. The texture is strange and unexplored. I am calling upon that inner child whose hope is untainted. Closing my eyes I will walk without my sight, in faith.