Starting With Surrender | A Caregiver Devotional for a New Year | Psalm 143:10

Caregiving can feel overwhelming — especially at the start of a new year. If you’re a caregiver stepping into 2026 feeling tired, unsure, or stretched thin, this episode is for you.In Day 1 of The Caretaker’s Journey: Walking Into Purpose for 2026, we begin with the foundation of all purpose: surrender.This 30-minute devotional episode is designed to help caregivers release pressure, lay down unrealistic expectations, and invite God’s peace and direction into a demanding season of life. Through Psalm 143:10, a personal caregiving story, a guided “lay it down” mini vacation, and a practical caretaker tip, you’ll be reminded that your purpose has not been paused — and you don’t have to carry everything alone.✨ In this episode, you’ll discover:What biblical surrender really means for caregiversHow surrender opens the door to peace, clarity, and purposeWhy you don’t need to start the year with strength — only availabilityA one-sentence surrender statement to anchor your caregiving journeyA 15-minute guided rest exercise for overwhelmed caregiversWhether you’re caring for a parent, spouse, child, or loved one, this episode offers Christian encouragement for caregivers, emotional support, and spiritual grounding for a new season.🙏 Take a deep breath. This is your holy reset.Psalm 143:10 — “Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God; may Your good Spirit lead me on level ground.”The Caretaker’s Journey: Walking Into Purpose for 2026 is a 31-day daily devotional podcast for caregivers seeking peace, purpose, and God’s guidance in the middle of real life responsibilities.Say this out loud today:“Lord, I surrender this day to You. Lead me.”👍 Like💬 Comment (What are you surrendering this year?)🔔 Subscribe for daily caregiver encouragementConnect with Carole:Website - https://www.thecaretakersjourney.com/To join the mailing list, go to the website and join the communityEmail - [email protected] Media - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/carolesjourney/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/carolesjourneyBook - https://www.carolesjourney.com/book