I Give Up: The Secret Joy of a Surrendered Life

Most of us longtobe in control—of our schedule, our relationships, and our future.

NewlywedLauraStorythought she had control over the great life ahead ofher. After all, she followed Jesus and had a promising new job as a worship leader. Why would God not wanttofulfillherdreams?

But whenLauraandherhusband, Martin, faced a brain tumor, infertility, and a son's birth defect, she realized she'd been looking for a happiness that comes from circumstances, rather than a deeper joy that comes from God. Again and again, Laurahadtosurrenderhervision forherlife so she could embrace God's vision. And again and again she learned that even in the midst of shattered dreams, God's plan brought greater joy than she could have imagined.

NowtheGrammyAward–winningsinger-songwriterknown for such hits as"Blessings, " "Indescribable, "and "MightytoSave"sharesherpowerfulstoryoffindingblessinginherdeepestpain. In, IGiveUp, Lauraexplores:

• Howtodelight in God's gifts no matter your circumstances.
• Why waiting on God is a daily decision, not a step-by-step process.
• The strength we find from meditating on God's Word.
• Why surrenderingtoGod leadstoreconciliation with others.
• How the things we considertobe losses are ways for Godtodisplay his glory.

AsLaurawrites, she no longer wantstobe in control ofherlife. She wantstobe rooted in the God who is in control. I Give Up will help you Discover a deeper life of worship, a fuller life of joy, and a freer life of true surrender as you open your handstoGod. Andgiveup.