Lately, I have been thinking about death—not physical death, but the death to self Scripture calls us to. Relationships, health, purpose, forgiveness, and spiritual growth all require moments of surrender. Something often has to die for something better to live. But Romans 8:13 reveals the good news: we do not do this alone. There is grace, through the Spirit, for death.

The rich young ruler had wealth, influence, morality, and achievement—but Jesus touched the one thing he could not surrender. What happens when something we deeply desire begins competing with Christ? Discover how surrender purifies our passions so we can pursue good things without allowing them to control our identity, peace, or wholeness.