Hey Sis 💛

Sometimes, the hardest moments in our lives aren’t the ones where we lose control…

They’re the ones where God asks us to surrender it.

In today’s Bible study, we step into John 18:1–14 — the moment Jesus is betrayed and arrested. But instead of resistance, fear, or confusion… we see something powerful.

We see Jesus step forward.

Fully aware. Fully surrendered. Fully trusting the Father.

And if we’re honest… this kind of surrender doesn’t always come naturally to us.

If you’ve been struggling to trust God in a hard or uncertain season, this passage will gently challenge and encourage your heart.

Because what looks like loss… might actually be obedience. And what feels heavy… might be the very place God is working most.

✨ In This Episode

✨ A Biblical affirmation rooted in John 18:1–14 ✨ What it means that Jesus stepped forward willingly ✨ The difference between control and surrender ✨ How Peter’s reaction mirrors our own human instincts ✨ Why the “cup” God gives us is still part of His perfect plan

📓 Journal Prompt

What is the “cup” God has placed in front of me in this season…

Am I resisting it, trying to control it, or avoiding it…

Or am I willing to trust Him and surrender — even when it’s hard?

🔗 Helpful Links

Circle Time Prayer Journal https://circletimeforthesoul.com/journal

Accept Jesus Into Your Heart https://peacewithgod.net/steps/

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📚 Resources

Blue Letter Bible https://www.blueletterbible.org

BibleRef https://www.bibleref.com

Bible Study Fellowship https://www.bsfinternational.org

Bible Diana Marie is Using: "Spiritual Growth Bible NLT" https://amzn.to/4rLL0pi

🎶 Music

Buenos Dias by Matt Large Epidemic Sound

📌 Note

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Xo, Diana Marie