soul journey 
by Kay Mulcahy
There is a divine kind of peace that no external circumstance can disturb—a calmness that doesn’t make logical sense to the world. It’s the kind of peace that holds steady in chaos, anchors the soul in hardship, and quiets the mind in uncertainty. This peace doesn’t come from striving harder or controlling more. It flows from one powerful, freeing act: surrendering your will and your life to the care of God.
When we give God full control—not just in word, but in action—we enter into a sacred partnership. By seeking His will above our own in every situation, we discover a profound truth: nothing can hijack our peace. No person, problem, or pressure can remove what God has placed within us. As Philippians 4:7 declares, “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
The Freedom Found in Surrender
Surrender isn’t weakness—it’s wisdom. It’s acknowledging that God’s ways are higher than ours and trusting Him even when we don’t understand. When we insist on carrying everything ourselves, we become weighed down by worry, fear, and stress. But when we hand it all over to God, we lighten the load and invite Him to lead.
Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” Living in this way transforms our lives from the inside out. It’s not that troubles disappear—but they lose their power to rob us of joy, hope, or peace.
Daily Practices to Help You Surrender
Surrendering your will isn’t a one-time decision; it’s a daily, sometimes moment-by-moment choice. Here are practical steps to help cultivate this spiritual habit:
1. Begin each day with prayerful surrender
Start your morning by saying, “God, I give this day to You. Guide my steps, thoughts, and actions.” Let your first move be toward God’s guidance, not your own agenda. Psalm 143:10 – “Teach me to do your will, for you are my God; may your good Spirit lead me on level ground.”
2. Read God’s Word to align your heart
Scripture reshapes our thinking and reminds us of who God is. The more we know Him, the more we trust Him. Spend time daily in His Word, even if just a few verses. Romans 12:2 – “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”
3. Pause and pray before decisions
Instead of reacting quickly, take a breath and ask, “Lord, what would You have me do?” This helps train your spirit to seek His will in all matters, big and small. James 1:5 – “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God… and it will be given to you.”
4. Let go of outcomes
True surrender means releasing not just the situation, but how it turns out. Trust that God’s plan is better than yours. Isaiah 55:9 – “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.”
5. Reflect with gratitude
At the end of the day, thank God for what He did—seen and unseen. This builds faith and reminds you that even in uncertainty, He is working. 1 Thessalonians 5:18 – “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
Final Thought: A Peace the World Can’t Touch
The peace that comes from surrender isn’t loud. It’s quiet strength, settled deep in the soul, unbothered by life’s noise. When you fully trust in God and obey His leading, you no longer have to manipulate, stress, or strive. You simply walk—faithfully, peacefully, and freely.
No matter what comes, know this: “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” (Isaiah 26:3)
Let today be the day you loosen your grip and take hold of God’s perfect peace. Surrender your will, seek His voice, and trust that He is always working for your good.
