Worship Songs About Surrender
True freedom is often found in letting go, releasing our grip on control and entrusting ourselves to God's loving care. This collection of worship songs invites you to explore the beauty of surrender, offering melodies and lyrics that will guide you into a deeper place of trust and reliance on Him.
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1. Yield
By Jon Reddick
Why this song?
"Yield" so simply expresses our desire to relinquish control and trust in God's guidance. It is an honest and heartfelt prayer, recognizing that "Your way is better," and committing every part of our lives to Him.
Popular on Spotify 2. Make Room
By The Church Will Sing
Why this song?
"Make Room" creates space in our hearts for God's will to unfold. It’s a declaration to let go of our preconceived notions and be open to Him doing "whatever You want to" in our lives, trusting that His plan is far greater than our own.
Popular on Spotify Frequently Covered 3. Abandoned
By Benjamin William Hastings
Why this song?
"Abandoned" captures the humbling paradox of Christ's sacrifice and our appropriate response. Recognizing what He gave, we find ourselves drawn to relinquish everything in return, a "sold out, sincerely abandoned" offering of our lives back to Him. It’s an invitation to a radical and total yielding.
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4. I Surrender All (All I Am)
By The Worship Initiative
Why this song?
"I Surrender All (All I Am)" encapsulates the act of laying everything down before Christ. Singing "All I am, I give it back to You" expresses a total release, acknowledging that our very selves belong to Him. This song creates space for us to openly and honestly dedicate every aspect of our lives to God's purpose.
Popular on Spotify Frequently Covered 5. Cross My Heart
By River Valley AGES
Why this song?
"Cross My Heart" acknowledges the initial resistance we might feel toward complete surrender. Then, it guides us to realize the freedom found when we let "my kingdoms fall" and invite God's reign in our lives.
Popular on Spotify 6. I Surrender All
By Josh Wilson
Why this song?
"I Surrender All" acknowledges the difficulty of yielding our will, that "surrender is so hard for me." This song creates a space for honesty, admitting our struggles as we choose to trust God's leading, even when it feels like fighting gravity.
Popular on Spotify 7. Honest Offering / I Surrender All
By CAIN
Why this song?
"Honest Offering / I Surrender All" acknowledges our imperfect gifts. It reminds us that God cherishes "every broken piece" we offer, turning our vulnerability into a sacred act of devotion.
Popular on Spotify 8. Never Give Up
By for KING & COUNTRY
Why this song?
"Never Give Up" acknowledges the very real difficulties we face in obedience, the feeling when "gravity pins you down". Through persistent faith, even when surrender feels impossible, this song empowers us to trust that God is working, urging us toward steadfast hope.
Popular on Spotify 9. Surrendering
By Southland
Why this song?
"Surrendering" gently illustrates the transition from grasping to releasing, moving us from "clenched tight" fists to opening our hands before God. It emphasizes the profound joy and purpose discovered in that complete offering, so we truly understand the reason we are alive.
Popular on Spotify 10. Alabaster (Everything)
By UPPERROOM
Why this song?
"Alabaster (Everything)" provides a poignant expression of unreserved devotion. It helps us lay our lives bare before God, finding there is a "sweetness in surrender" as we release our grasp and offer Him everything.
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