Historical Context
Origin: Christian spiritual tradition
Original Language: Multiple languages
Historical Usage: Personal devotion and spiritual direction
Prayer of Surrender
Lord,
Receive all my liberty,
My memory, my understanding
And my entire will,
All I have and call my own.
You have given all to me.
To you, Lord, I return it.
Everything is yours;
do with it what you will.
Give me only your love and your grace.
That is enough for me.
Amen.
Scripture Foundation
Prayer Usage Guide
Prayer Variations
The Prayer of Surrender appears in several forms:
Traditional Version:
The simple, complete offering of self to God.
Repentance Version:
Focusing on surrendering self-will and past sins.
Victory Version:
Emphasizing triumph through surrender to God.
Cultural & Historical Significance
The Prayer of Surrender embodies a central aspect of Christian spirituality – the complete yielding of one’s will to God. This prayer has guided countless believers in their journey toward deeper faith and trust in divine providence, following the example of Jesus in Gethsemane.
