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Full Surrender at the Altar - Baptist (Romans 12:1-2)

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A.W. Tozer wrote: "The reason why many still live defeated lives is that they have never really surrendered." Baptist preaching often emphasizes total surrender—not just believing but yielding. Romans...

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Scripture References

Romans 12:1-2

Emotional Tone

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adults

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