peace to live by

Praying Surrendered, Part 1 (TMF:2864)

Thursday, April 30, 2026
Peace to Live By: Praying Surrendered, Part 1 (TMF:2864) - Daniel Litton
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       Can we pray things to God without that strong desire within us where we feel we have to obtain whatever it is? Or, can we be free in that with what we present to God we have a loose grip? All kinds of examples can be brought forth at this point. When we go to prayer with God, for instance, can we say things like, “God, you know this is the person I like, the person I’d like to end up in a relationship with. However, God, I am surrendered about it. I pray that it goes in that direction, but I understand and will continue to be happy even if it doesn’t.” That’s kind of big, isn’t it? Or, take another example. Can we say, “You know, God, I really think this job I have applied for is the perfect job. The interview went well, and I thank you for helping with that. I ask that you help them to select me for the job, but, in the end, I am letting the situation go. I pray for it, but if I don’t get it, I’m still going to be okay with that outcome.”