SURRENDER 2 Corinthians 8:1-5 Here is our journey of Beyond: Follow Trust Prioritize Surrender Whatever happens at FiveStone Church is simply a work of grace done by God. What gets accomplished because of this “BEYOND Initiative” is only the grace of God at work! Willful surrender catalyzes the grace of God to manifest in Kingdom type realities. 2 Corinthians 8:1-2 A severe trial of affliction manifests the kingdom reality of abundant joy. James 1:2-4 - An extreme poverty manifests the kingdom reality of an overflowing wealth of generosity. TWO MARBLES TWO MEDALS Willful surrender catalyzes the grace of God to manifest in Kingdom type responses. 2 Corinthians 8:3-5 They gave According to their ability. The grace of God is at work in our lives giving us the ability to respond. Philippians 2:13 They gave Beyond their ability. The grace of God is given in extra-measure at times. John 1:16 2 Corinthians 9:8 They gave Voluntarily. The grace of God gives us the desire to give with the right motive, attitude, and expectancy. 2 Corinthians 9:6-8 Next Sunday—May 5 is our commitment Sunday! Bring your commitment card for Beyond! Next Steps: Two important things this week as we prepare for Commitment Sunday— Ask God to work His grace in your life so that you will surrender and give yourself fully to Him. Ask God what He desires for you to commit to the BEYOND INITIATIVE, and be ready next Sunday, May 5, to make your commitment as an act of worship.