# Stop Trying To Surrender (Do This Instead)

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Podcast: [Unlearned Wisdom by Johnny Chang](https://stenobird.com/podcast/unlearned-wisdom-by-johnny-chang-7258298)
Published: 2026-05-04T12:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

📲 Make God a daily habit in your life: https://onelink.to/cothdailyapp This episode explores why true surrender has nothing to do with effort, how control is an illusion most people never admit to, and why you can't change people no matter how hard you try. The conversation covers trusting God in all circumstances, what it really means to let go, and how understanding that you were never in control is the only path to real peace. For Live Event Information and to RSVP click here: https://events.coreoftheheart.com/ 📩 Sign up for FREE Daily Devotional Emails here: https://coreoftheheart.com/pages/dailydevotions 🤝 WE'RE HIRING A-players at Core of the Heart! Apply here: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/coreoftheheart We have open roles in Content and Media, Digital Marketing, and Live Events Production. In just 1.5 years, God has grown this community to over 3 million people worldwide. We are building a global movement to help people walk closer with Him every day. We’re looking for people with proven excellence, high standards, and a heart for the mission. If you’re an A-player who wants your work to matter for eternity and be a part of a fast-paced team, we’d love to meet you. *Chapters:* 00:00 Intro 03:23 Have You Ever Had Psychosis? 05:16 What Does True Surrender Mean? 08:45 Can You Actually Change People? 14:20 What Does It Mean to Truly Let Go? 20:05 Why Do We Trust Ourselves More Than God? 25:10 Is Control Just an Illusion? 30:30 Where Does Anxiety Really Come From? 36:20 How Do You Know If You’ve Truly Let Go? 41:15 Can You Forgive Without Expecting Anything Back? 46:40 What Does Real Surrender Look Like in Relationships? 52:30 Why Do We Struggle to Release Outcomes? 58:10 Can You Trust God When Things Don’t Go Your Way? 01:04:20 What Happens When You Finally Let Go? 01:1…

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