Opening Thought: This session covers the foundational steps of surrender, faith, and decision. The phrase "I can't, He can, I think I will let Him" simplifies this profound spiritual shift. It begins with the humility to admit our own inability ("I can't") and is followed by faith in God's ability ("He can"), leading to a decision to let Him take control.

Romans 12:1-2 “I appeal to you therefore, brothers,[a] by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”
Luke 9:23 “And he said to all, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.”
Step 1: Acknowledging Powerlessness ("I Can't"). The author describes his "best thinking" leading him to addiction and trouble. In what areas of your life has your "best thinking" failed you or led you away from God's will?
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Why is it so difficult for us to admit we are "powerless" and need help? What does our culture tell us about self-reliance, and how does that contradict this first step of surrender?
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Discuss the statement: "If you do not get humble, you will be humiliated." Have you found this to be true in your life? How is biblical humility different from humiliation?
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Step 2: Believing in Jesus ("He Can"). The author notes that faith is the foundation upon which everything else is built. He was told to "start by believing what they believed." How can "borrowed" faith sometimes be a necessary starting point?
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Step 3: Turning Life Over to God ("I Will Let Him"). The author shares that this is not a "once-and-done kind of thing" and that some days are "5 minutes at a time." Why is the decision to surrender a daily, ongoing choice?
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The author shares a profound prayer: "God, I offer myself to Thee—to build with me and to do with me as Thou will." What part of this prayer is most challenging or most comforting for you to pray right now?
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- Reflection: Humbly ask God: "Is there an area of my life that I have not surrendered to You? An area where I am still trying to fix things in my own power?" Listen for what the Holy Spirit brings to your mind.
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- Action Step: Identify one specific thing from your reflection that you are trying to control. This week, make it a point of daily, conscious prayer to surrender it. You might say, "God, I can't handle [this situation/sin/worry]. I believe You can. I am giving it to You right now."
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Focus your prayer on the themes of humility, faith, and surrender. Pray for one another, asking God to help each person let go of their self-reliance and trust fully in His power and love. Thank Jesus that His strength is made perfect in our weakness.

The Power of Surrender