“I heard the Lord's voice, saying, "Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?" Then I said, "Here I am. Send me!"”
What Does the Bible Say About Surrender?
The Bible addresses surrender across both Old and New Testaments. These verses are organized by biblical era — from the patriarchs to the apostles — letting Scripture speak for itself.
8 verses·3 eras·0 promises
Divided Kingdom (~930 BC)
Life of Jesus (~30 AD)
“He must increase, but I must decrease.”
— John 3:30· John the Baptist
“Jesus, crying with a loud voice, said, "Father, into your hands I commit my spirit!" Having said this, he breathed his last.”
“Mary said, "Behold, the handmaid of the Lord; be it to me according to your word." The angel departed from her.”
“He went forward a little, fell on his face, and prayed, saying, "My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass away from me; nevertheless, not what I desire, but what you desire."”
“He said, "Abba, Father, all things are possible to you. Please remove this cup from me. However, not what I desire, but what you desire."”
“saying, "Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done."”
United Kingdom (~1000 BC)
“Into your hand I commend my spirit. You redeem me, Yahweh, God of truth.”
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