Fully Yielded

May 10, 2026    Dr. Jeff Schwarzentraub

Have you ever wondered what it looks like to live fully surrendered to the Holy Spirit? Pastor Jeff takes us into Acts 20, where Paul demonstrates five powerful evidences of a life completely yielded to God. After narrowly escaping a riot in Ephesus, Paul doesn't retreat—instead, he gathers the disciples to strengthen and encourage them, modeling what it means to pour into others relentlessly. Through Paul's tearful farewell to the Ephesian elders, we see a leader who served with humility, obeyed courageously without compromise, and guarded the church vigilantly against false teaching. Most powerfully, Paul's willingness to face imprisonment and suffering for the gospel shows us what it means to value Christ above our own comfort and safety. This Mother's Day message challenges every believer to stop waiting for someone else to disciple them and instead step into the role God has prepared—using our gifts, time, and resources to strengthen others in faith. The Holy Spirit wants to work through you today to impact someone else's spiritual journey. Will you surrender your excuses and embrace the calling to be fully yielded to His purposes?