The True Tree: Surrender-Based Identity
Surrender is not giving up — it is handing over. It is living as though God’s sovereignty is real, not just recited.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”
Anatomy of this tree
Walk through the core parts of this tree, starting with the root of truth and tracing it to the fruit it produces. Expand each section for reflection prompts and Scripture to anchor the truth.
Root — Core biblical truth
God is sovereign and trustworthy.
Reflect: Where has He proven faithful before?
Trunk — Foundational belief
Surrender becomes security
Reflect: What daily rhythm could remind you that He reigns, not you?
Branches — Reinforcing patterns
- Prayer
- Sabbath
- Trusting others
Reflect: Which branch could you practice this week?
Leaves — Everyday actions
- Letting someone else lead
- Choosing rest over work
- Saying 'I don’t know'
Prompt: What simple action could embody surrender today?
Fruit — Visible outcomes
- Peace
- Freedom
- Dependable relationships
- Joy
Reflection: Which of these fruits would most change your life?
New Fruit
| Old Fruit | New Fruit |
|---|---|
| Exhaustion | Peace |
| Control | Freedom |
| Strain | Dependable relationships |
| Tension | Joy |