Tag: release and renewal

What Control Is Really Costing You

Hand gripping sand as it slips away, symbolizing the illusion of control and the high cost of holding on too tightly

Control can feel safe—but it comes at a cost. This reflection names three hidden costs of control—peace, connection, and possibility—and invites you into the renewal that comes through release.

When God Says, “Lay It Down”

Golden autumn leaves falling from a tree branch, symbolizing letting go and trusting God’s timing.

When God asks us to lay it down, it isn’t loss—it’s trust. Just as the first leaves fall in early autumn, surrender clears space for new life. Release isn’t failure; it’s formation. In the letting go, God meets us with provision and peace.