Episode 7 – Starting Fresh: The Power of a Covenant Renewal

As we step into a new year, what does it mean to truly recommit our lives to God? In this episode, Brian Myers and Derrick Scott III welcome Warren Pattison to explore the rich Wesleyan tradition of covenant renewal. Together, they unpack Wesley's powerful covenant prayer, discuss how to prepare our hearts for genuine surrender, and discover practical ways to renew our covenant with God—not just on New Year's Day, but on any ordinary Tuesday. This conversation offers wisdom for living with open hands, avoiding spiritual burnout, and remembering that we belong to a God whose faithfulness never fails. Show Notes 02:54 - What is covenant? Understanding God's grace-filled relationship with us 10:42 - Preparing our hearts: Letting go of security, status, and control 12:06 - Reading Wesley's covenant prayer: "I am no longer my own but thine" 18:28 - From personal renewal to corporate witness: The church's covenant together 24:27 - Daily practices for renewing covenant on ordinary days 28:42 - Setting healthy boundaries: Avoiding perfectionism while staying faithful For more information on the year-long Awaken to Grace series, visit awakenedtograce.org. Produced by Wesley's Revival, a ministry of Studio Wesley. Original music by the Institute for Modern Worship.