Pastor Brad - Surrender Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
Why you puttin' up such a big fuss?
Lay your burdens down and put your trust in Jesus!
I've been around.
I've seen it all.
I'm so glad I heard the Spirit call from Jesus!
Chorus
Life can seem so uncertain, you just never know.
Only one thing is for certain God will see you through it all.
Surrender (4X)!
Verse 2
It's all fadin', turnin' to dust.
But through it all there's one we can trust!
He's the holy one!
Perilous times, terrorist threats.
I'm so glad I can hedge my bets with Jesus!
Chorus
Instrumental solo
Verse 3
I'm feelin' good, happy and blessed!
It's because I confessed my faith in the Son of God!
I've been around.
I've seen it all.
I'm so glad I heard the Spirit call from Jesus!
Chorus
Surrender (4X)!
Video
Christian Hard Rock - SURRENDER - Pastor Brad
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on April 12, 2005, as part of the album *Telecaster*, Pastor Brad's "Surrender" emerges as a straightforward, powerful declaration of faith, cutting through the noise with an urgent call to trust in divine provision. The song’s essence is deeply rooted in the Christian experience, articulating a journey from burden to peace through an unreserved yielding to Jesus. From its opening lines, the piece directly addresses the human tendency to grapple with life's challenges, asking why one would persist in a "big fuss" when the alternative is to "lay your burdens down and put your trust in Jesus." This foundational message echoes the profound invitation found in Matthew 11:28-30, where Jesus Himself extends an offer of rest to "all you who are weary and burdened." The speaker’s personal testimony, "I've been around. I've seen it all. I'm so glad I heard the Spirit call from Jesus," adds a layer of authenticity and lived experience, emphasizing the transformative power of heeding the Holy Spirit's guidance, a concept celebrated in Romans 8:14, which affirms that those led by the Spirit are children of God.
The chorus serves as the unwavering anchor of "Surrender," acknowledging the universal truth that "life can seem so uncertain, you just never know." Yet, amidst this instability, it proclaims an undeniable certainty: "Only one thing is for certain God will see you through it all." The repeated, emphatic command to "Surrender" four times is not merely a lyrical choice but a spiritual imperative, urging a complete release of control and anxiety into God's hands. This resonates profoundly with Philippians 4:6-7, which encourages us not to be anxious about anything but to present our requests to God with thanksgiving, promising that His peace, which transcends all understanding, will guard our hearts and minds. The second verse then pivots to the ephemeral nature of worldly existence, observing that "It's all fadin', turnin' to dust," a stark reminder of the temporary nature of earthly possessions and pursuits, a truth articulated in Isaiah 40:8, where the prophet declares that "The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever." In contrast, the song firmly asserts, "But through it all there's one we can trust! He's the holy one!" This provides a comforting assurance in God's unchanging nature and holiness. Furthermore, the song grounds its message in contemporary relevance, addressing "perilous times, terrorist threats," a clear nod to the anxieties of the early 21st century. It offers Jesus as the ultimate safeguard, expressing gratitude for the ability to "hedge my bets with Jesus," signifying a secure placement of faith in the face of global turmoil, much like the confidence expressed in Psalm 46:1 that God "is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble."
The final verse brings the song to a jubilant conclusion, radiating personal joy and contentment. The declaration, "I'm feelin' good, happy and blessed! It's because I confessed my faith in the Son of God!" directly connects inner peace and blessing to an open declaration of faith. This powerfully reflects the teaching in Romans 10:9-10, which states that "if you declare with your mouth, 'Jesus is Lord,' and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved." The reiteration of the personal testimony—"I've been around. I've seen it all. I'm so glad I heard the Spirit call from Jesus!"—serves to reinforce the authenticity and transformative impact of this surrender, not as a fleeting emotion but as a deeply rooted, life-altering commitment. "Surrender" by Pastor Brad is more than just a song; it's a spiritual exhortation, a call to practical faith for anyone navigating the uncertainties of life. Its direct language and scripturally grounded message offer immense encouragement, reminding us that in an ever-shifting world, God’s steadfastness remains the one unwavering constant, inviting all to find true security and peace by simply laying down their burdens and surrendering to His sovereign care.