Surrender Daily

In this reflective message, Pastor Cary Nelson challenges the congregation to follow the example of the Apostle Paul by "dying daily" to self and living fully for Christ. Drawing on key scriptures like 1 Corinthians 15:31 and Romans 8:13, Pastor Cary emphasizes the need to put aside personal desires and embrace God's will in every aspect of life. He uses Paul's life as a model of surrender and discipline, reminding the congregation that living for Christ requires daily decisions to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit rather than our own fleshly desires.

Pastor Cary delves into the concept of self-discipline, likening the Christian life to an athlete training for a race, as seen in 1 Corinthians 9. Just as athletes train their bodies for victory, believers must discipline their minds and hearts to stay aligned with God's purpose. He emphasizes that surrendering to God doesn't mean losing; instead, it leads to true freedom and eternal life in Christ.

The message concludes with an encouraging reminder that God's grace is sufficient for every trial and that His power is made perfect in our weakness. Pastor Cary calls on the congregation to live courageously by trusting in God's strength rather than their own, making daily decisions to walk by the Spirit and not by the flesh.