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EPISODE · May 11, 2026 · 7 MIN

#51 - YOU’RE NOT IN CONTROL | James 4:13-14 | Don't Waste Your Life

from The Daily Rebel Devotional with Derek Griffon · host Derek Griffon

You’re not in control—and deep down, you know it.In this episode, we break down James 4:13–14 and expose the pride behind living like tomorrow belongs to you. James confronts the mindset that says, “I’ve got time,” while leaving God completely out of the equation.We make plans. We build futures. We map out our lives.But the problem isn’t planning. The problem is presuming.Presuming you control tomorrow. Presuming life is guaranteed. Presuming you can build a future without surrendering to God.We unpack three dangerous realities: We plan like we’re in control — acting like our future belongs to us  We presume tomorrow is guaranteed — forgetting how fragile life really is  We leave God out of the equation — making decisions without dependence on Him If you’ve been trying to control your future, delaying obedience, or living like you have unlimited time, this episode will challenge you to stop assuming tomorrow and start aligning your life with God today.Because confidence without God isn’t strength—It's arroganceSend us Fan MailBook Derek Griffon to Speak at your next event https://www.derekgriffon.com/invite

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You’re not in control—and deep down, you know it. In this episode, we break down James 4:13–14 and expose the pride behind living like tomorrow belongs to you. James confronts the mindset that says, “I’ve got time,” while leaving God completely out of the equation. We make plans. We build futures. We map out our lives. But the problem isn’t planning. The problem is presuming. Presuming you control tomorrow. Presuming life is guaranteed. Presuming you can build a future without surrendering to...

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