Total surrender to the will of God actually is sacrificing…
“Total surrender to the will of God actually is sacrificing oneself as a burnt offering to God. The proof of this state is dying to oneself, - to one's own opinions, wishes and feelings or tastes, in order to live by Divine intellect, in conformity with the Divine will and in partaking of God. In the forefront of this endeavor is our Lord and Savior. He surrendered the whole of Himself to God the Father, and us in Himself, 'For we are members of His body, of His flesh, and of His bones' (Eph. 5:30). So let us hasten in His footsteps?”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True surrender means abandoning personal desires to align fully with divine will, mirroring Christ’s self‑offering.
In simple terms: Give up self‑will to follow God.
Key Takeaway
Live by divine intellect, not personal taste.
Themes
spirituality
self‑sacrifice
faith
obedience
Mood
reverent
reflective
Type
scriptural
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- ethical decision‑making
- leadership
- personal transformation
Key Concepts
theology
divine will
Christology
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal desires must you release?
- How does divine alignment affect your daily choices?
A Different Perspective
Such surrender can suppress healthy individuality and critical thinking.