Surrendering to God is an act of trust and humility, allowing Him to guide our lives according to his perfect will. In times of uncertainty, challenges, or spiritual growth, surrender becomes a powerful expression of faith.
These prayers, each paired with scripture, is designed to inspire and encourage believers to let go of control and embrace God’s divine plan.
With each prayer and verse, you’ll find strength, peace, and assurance in aligning your heart with God’s purpose.
Let these prayers serve as a pathway to deeper connection and trust in your walk with him.
30 Prayers for Surrendering to God
1. Proverbs 3:5-6
“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.”
Heavenly Father, I come before You, surrendering my plans and understanding. Teach me to trust You completely, to lean not on my own wisdom but on Your perfect will.
Guide my steps, Lord, as I acknowledge You in all I do, trusting that You will lead me in the right direction.
2. Psalm 46:10
“Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”
Lord, help me to be still and to rest in Your sovereignty. I surrender my restlessness and fear, trusting that You are in control. Remind me, O God, that You are exalted above all, and Your power works all things for good.
3. Matthew 6:33
“But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”
Father, I surrender my priorities to You. Let my heart seek Your kingdom and righteousness above all else. I trust that as I focus on Your purpose, You will provide for my every need according to Your riches in glory.
4. Romans 12:1
“I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.”
Gracious Lord, I lay my life before You as an offering. Take all of me—my thoughts, actions, and desires—and make them pleasing in Your sight. Teach me to live as a vessel of Your mercy and grace.
5. 1 Peter 5:7
“Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
Loving Father, I release all my burdens and worries into Your capable hands. Teach me to rest in the knowledge that You care for me deeply and are my ever-present help in times of trouble.
6. Isaiah 55:8-9
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord. For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.”
Lord, I surrender my plans, my dreams, and my desires to Your perfect wisdom. Help me to trust that Your ways, though often beyond my understanding, are always for my ultimate good.
7. James 4:7
“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”
Father, I submit myself to You entirely. Strengthen me to resist temptation and stand firm against evil. Fill my heart with the courage to cling to Your promises and walk in Your light.
8. Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
Heavenly Father, I surrender my future into Your hands. I trust in Your plans, which are full of hope and purpose. Help me to remain faithful, knowing that Your promises are steadfast and true.
9. Galatians 2:20
“I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”
Jesus, I surrender my life to You, knowing that it is no longer my own. Live through me, Lord, so that Your love and grace may shine brightly. Let my faith in You grow stronger each day.
10. Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Lord, I surrender my anxieties and fears to You. Help me to approach You with thanksgiving, laying my requests at Your feet. Fill me with Your peace that transcends all understanding and guards my heart and mind in Christ.
11. John 3:30
“He must increase, but I must decrease.”
Lord Jesus, I surrender my pride and self-reliance to You. Let Your presence grow in me, and teach me to live humbly, placing You at the center of my life. May my heart always reflect Your glory.
12. Psalm 37:5
“Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act.”
Heavenly Father, I commit all my plans and desires into Your hands. Teach me to trust in Your timing and Your perfect will, knowing that You are faithful to act on my behalf.
13. Luke 9:23
“And he said to all, ‘If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.'”
Lord, I surrender my life to follow You. Help me to deny myself and carry my cross daily, trusting in Your strength and guidance as I walk in obedience to Your calling.
14. Isaiah 40:31
“But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”
Father, I surrender my impatience and weariness to You. Teach me to wait on You and find renewed strength. Lift me up, Lord, to soar on wings of faith and perseverance.
15. 2 Corinthians 12:9
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”
Gracious God, I surrender my weaknesses and inadequacies to You. Let Your grace sustain me and Your power work through me, so that in my insufficiency, Your strength is magnified.
16. Philippians 1:6
“And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.”
Lord, I surrender my doubts and fears to Your hands. Thank You for the assurance that the good work You have begun in me will be brought to completion in Your time.
17. Colossians 3:2
“Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.”
Father, I surrender my earthly distractions and worries. Help me to set my mind on heavenly things, focusing on Your eternal promises and aligning my thoughts with Your will.
18. Psalm 19:14
“Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.”
Lord, I surrender my words and thoughts to You. Let everything I say and think be pleasing in Your sight. Be the foundation of my life and my constant redeemer.
19. 1 John 5:14
“And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us.”
Heavenly Father, I surrender my prayers to Your will. Thank You for hearing me and for Your faithfulness to answer in accordance with Your perfect plan. Help me to trust in Your answers, even when they differ from my desires.
20. Hebrews 13:5
“Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.'”
Lord, I surrender my desires for worldly gain and possessions. Teach me to be content in Your provision and to trust that You will never leave me nor forsake me.
21. Psalm 55:22
“Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved.”
Gracious Father, I lay my burdens at Your feet, trusting in Your sustaining power. Teach me to release my struggles to You, knowing that Your strength will uphold me in every situation.
22. Matthew 11:28-30
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
Jesus, I surrender my weariness to You. Help me to find rest for my soul in Your gentle embrace. Teach me to walk in step with You, carrying the lighter burden of faith and peace.
23. 2 Timothy 1:7
“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”
Lord, I surrender my fears and insecurities. Fill me with Your Spirit of power, love, and self-control so I may walk boldly in faith, knowing that You have equipped me for every challenge.
24. Deuteronomy 31:8
“It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed.”
Father, I surrender my future into Your hands. Remind me that You go before me, guiding my path and assuring me of Your constant presence. Help me to release fear and trust in Your promises.
25. Ephesians 3:20
“Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us.”
Almighty God, I surrender my limited expectations to You. Work abundantly in my life, far beyond what I could imagine. Help me to trust in Your immeasurable power and grace at work within me.
26. Joshua 1:9
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Lord, I surrender my doubts and fears. Grant me the courage to face each day with strength, knowing that You are always by my side, leading and protecting me.
27. Micah 6:8
“He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?”
Father, I surrender my selfish ambitions. Teach me to live justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with You. Shape my heart to align with Your desires for my life.
28. Romans 8:28
“And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.”
Lord, I surrender my circumstances to You. Help me to trust that in every situation, You are working for my good according to Your purpose. Strengthen my faith in Your perfect plan.
29. Isaiah 26:3
“You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.”
Heavenly Father, I surrender my restless thoughts. Fix my mind on You and fill me with Your perfect peace. Teach me to trust You completely in all things.
30. Psalm 34:17-18
“When the righteous cry for help, the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”
Lord, I surrender my pain and brokenness. Thank You for hearing my cries and delivering me from my troubles. Draw near to me and restore my spirit with Your healing love.
Conclusion
Surrendering to God is a journey of faith, trust, and humility. It allows us to let go of our fears, anxieties, and desires, making room for His divine guidance and purpose in our lives.
May these prayers and verses inspire you to place your life fully in His hands, experiencing the peace and joy that come from total surrender.
As you walk this path, may your heart continually rest in the assurance of His grace and unwavering presence.