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Surrender

Posted by Dion Todd February 16th, 2025 1,086 Views 23 Comments

Then Jesus said to his disciples, "If anyone desires to come after me, let him deny himself, take up his cross, and follow me. For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, and whoever will lose his life for my sake will find it. Matthew 16:24–25 WEB.

I once stood at a crossroads in my life and wondered which path to take. I could continue pursuing a career as a nocturnal musician who played all night and slept all day. Or I could enroll in bible college and trust God to give me a future. He gave me the invitation, but I had to make a choice.

On the one hand, I felt like I was giving up my life, or certainly all the fun in it. On the other, I had a nagging feeling the Lord wanted to prepare me for something better. Somehow I knew there was more to life than this. I ended up surrendering to His call and enrolled in school.

After surrendering to His will, my life began to change. I lost every friend and fan I had, just as I thought I would. Yet, I actually found something so much greater. I found my destiny, and soon the fun began.

God has a plan and a purpose for you, but it requires total surrender to see it. At first, it looks like a tremendous sacrifice, but in the end, the life He gives you back is so much greater than what you gave Him. When God gives you a chance to lay your life down for Him, surrender.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I will go wherever you tell me. I surrender to Your will. Please use me as Your hands, and let me see the world through Your eyes. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!

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Post from Madalyn Myers

Madalyn Myers commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


This is just what I needed to hear. For some reason I could not rest. I am still up after working the evening shift at my job. The job I dread going to at the Hospital. It hurt to say that but I want to move on. I'm not happy there. I checked my emails and Surrender was at the top of my email list. I just want to be confident and happy in my career field. Regardless of anything. I still Thank God for blessing me.



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Comment from Dan Remley

5 days ago

I pray that the Lord blesses you with a new job. One that you can enjoy Madalyn ❤️


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Thank You


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Comment from Liesel aka lisa Wardle

5 days ago

🙏🙏


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1 day ago

Thank You


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Comment from Valeri Frank

6 days ago

I will pray for a change in your life Madalyn. A change that brings you peace, comfort and happiness. May God Bless you every single day. 😊


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You're welcome. 😊


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Thank you



Post from Valeri Frank

Valeri Frank commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Lord, thank you for releasing my momma's spirit into Heaven... She is now free of everything here on this Earth. She struggled in the end, but you came in and took her out of her pain and suffering. Thank you for giving me to her. I'm going to miss her terribly, but I'm at peace knowing where she is... In Your Loving Arms. In Jesus name... Amen!



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Comment from Candy Laventure

3 days ago

So sorry for your loss. May you always remember the good times you had with her. 🙏


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Comment from Shara Abel

5 days ago

I am so very sorry for the loss of your momma. I know how hard it is. We have the assurance of being reunited with our loved ones in heaven, in the meantime, I pray for God to give you comfort and peace today and in the days to come.


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4 days ago

Thank you Shara...


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Comment from Sherry Mccosh

5 days ago

I am so sorry to hear about this. I am glad she is out of pain and with the Lord but I know loosing our loved ones is very difficult!!


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5 days ago

Thank you Sherry...


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Comment from Marilyn Salter

5 days ago

I am sorry for your loss. I pray you find peace and comfort. God bless you.


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5 days ago

Thank you Marilyn...


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Comment from Dan Remley

5 days ago

So sorry to hear this Valeri. I pray that you find peace knowing she's in God's loving arms I pray that the Lord brings you comfort ❤️


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5 days ago

Thank you Dan...


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Comment from Susan Petho

5 days ago

Valerie, I am so very sorry for your great loss. Praying that God brings you peace and comfort.


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5 days ago

Thank you Susan...


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Comment from Liesel aka lisa Wardle

5 days ago

Dear Valeri, I'm so very sorry for your loss, be comforted to know where she is no longer suffering and in pain, and be comforted all the more for the knowledge that you will see her again! Love, hugs and prayers ❤️🤗🙏


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5 days ago

Thank you Liesel...


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Comment from Rod Fortner

6 days ago

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Comment from Lynn Brown

6 days ago

Praying the Lord brings you comfort and peace as you miss your momma, Valeri.🤗🙏


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Thank you Lynn...


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Comment from Bella Colliander

6 days ago

Prayers our Lord comforts you with His beautiful peace. I'm happy for your sweet mother. PTL!🕊️


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5 days ago

Thank you Bella... I'm happy for her too.


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Comment from Linda Clark

6 days ago

God bless!


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5 days ago

Thank you Linda...


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Comment from Sylvia Todd

6 days ago

I'm so very sorry for your loss, Valerie, praying for all of you there 🙏 (((HUGS)))


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5 days ago

Thank you Sylvia...


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Comment from Yvette York

6 days ago

I am so sorry for your loss just think of her as your guardian angel now with God


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5 days ago

Thank you Yvette...


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Comment from Roseanne Braverman

6 days ago

I’m so very sorry for your loss((hugs))


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5 days ago

Thank you Roseanne...


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Comment from Debi Burton

6 days ago

I’m sorry for your loss, Valerie.
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.😔


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Thank you Debi...


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Comment from Dion Todd

6 days ago

I am so sorry for your loss, Valerie. I pray the Lord comforts your family during this time 🙏🌹


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5 days ago

Thank you Pastor Dion...


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Comment from Laura Clark

6 days ago

I am so sorry Valeri! God bless you. I lost my mama a little over 10 years ago but just relived a bit of that terrible pain reading your words. BUT God!!! What a blessed hope we have knowing this is just a season and we'll see them again one glorious day. May God give you His amazing love and all the peace and grace you need... one day at a time. I will be praying for you.


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5 days ago

Thank you Laura...



Post from Scott Riegelmann

Scott Riegelmann commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

4 days ago


I surrender Father!




Post from Marilyn Salter

Marilyn Salter commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

5 days ago


I tend to be the one in my family that winds up taking care of those who can’t help themselves anymore. I didn’t ask for this role, but I got it. I do what I have to do, be it legal, medical or financial. I don’t mind doing it. I just wish I had the cooperation of family members to get it done. I don’t know how to see this as a blessing. Pray for me.




Post from Mari Kaufmann

Mari Kaufmann commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

5 days ago


Amen




Post from Yvette York

Yvette York commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Heavenly Father Please Know I Will Go Wherever You Tell Me Too Amen Good Morning Everyone Have A Blessed Sunday 😀



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Comment from Dan Remley

5 days ago

I hope that your day was blessed Yvette ❤️


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Comment from Sylvia Todd

6 days ago

Good morning, Yvette 😀!



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Sylvia Todd commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Good morning, y'all, praying you have a restful and peace-filled Sunday! 🌞🙏💐



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Comment from Dan Remley

5 days ago

Good evening Sylvia. I pray that you, Pastor Dion and our RHM family had a wonderful day ❤️


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Comment from Liesel aka lisa Wardle

5 days ago

Praying with you and for you, dear Sylvia! Have a blessed day and rest of the week!! Will see you again and LORD willing on Wednesday!🙏❣️


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Comment from Lynn Brown

6 days ago

Praying with you, Sylvia! Have a blessed day RHM!🌷



Post from Dan Remley

Dan Remley commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

5 days ago


Lord, lead me into all that You have for me. I trust in You Father and I surrender my life to You to do what you have planned for me. Guide me and speak clearly to me. In Jesus name I pray Amen ❤️




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Wesley Paulus commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

5 days ago


Amen!




Post from Wesley Cox

Wesley Cox commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Guide me, Lord to surrender every part of my life to You, everyday. Please be with me, make me, shape me, and mold me to serve my family the way You would want me to serve so that I can guide them to You. I pray more people are receptive to Your influence on this nation and that the new administration would be receptive as well. In Jesus name.



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Comment from Liesel aka lisa Wardle

5 days ago

AMEN 🙏



Post from Liesel aka lisa Wardle

Liesel aka lisa Wardle commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

5 days ago


AMEN and AMEN!! Dear Heavenly Father, I'll go where ever You tell me! I surrender to Your will! Please use me as You see fit, use my hands, my mouth and all of me to do Your will, led by Your holy will and guidance through the Holy Spirit! Please let me see the world through Your eyes, You know what's best for me and all of the ones around me! Please let me be even a small part in Your plan! In the name of Jesus Christ we ask and pray, AMEN!!! - PRAISE the LORD, Pastor, that you surrendered to HIS will and followed His call!!! 🙏




Post from Lynn Brown

Lynn Brown commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Heavenly Father, I will go wherever you tell me. I surrender to Your will. Please use me as Your hands, and let me see the world through Your eyes. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!




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Brenda F commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Amen




Post from Celeste Strenn

Celeste Strenn commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Amen❣️❣️




Post from Debi Burton

Debi Burton commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Heavenly Father, I will go wherever you tell me. I surrender to Your will. Please use me as Your hands, and let me see the world through Your eyes. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen! ❤️🤟🏻




Post from Marisa Jackson

Marisa Jackson commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Amen 🙏❤️🙏!! Amen 🙏❤️🙏!! Alleluia ❤️❤️!! Amen 🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏!!




Post from Dana Rozell

Dana Rozell commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Amen!




Post from Mark Williams

Mark Williams commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Amen.




Post from Kay Collinsworth

Kay Collinsworth commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Amen




Post from Laura Clark

Laura Clark commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Amen 🙏This is so true. God's perfect plan for us includes our seeing the world through His eyes turning from the carnal man to walking with Him. Recognizing and hating sin but not the sinner. (Including yourself). We all need grace. ❣️




Post from Schalk de Beer

Schalk de Beer commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Yes my Lord and Father, I pray this in Jesus's name, amen.




Post from Raju Williams

Raju Williams commented on Dion Todd's blog post: Surrender

6 days ago


Praise the Lord. Amen.🤲






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