The Death of Control | How to Trust God Instead of Controlling | John 18:1-12 - Dallas Herndon

In this message from John 18:1–12, we explore what it means to release control and trust God fully. As Jesus faces betrayal and arrest in the Garden, He models a powerful truth: true control is found not in holding on, but in surrendering to the will of the Father.Many of us try to control people, outcomes, and situations—often out of fear, pain, or past experiences. But this sermon challenges us to see that control can become manipulation, and ultimately, a barrier to trusting God.Through the story of Jesus, Peter, and Judas, we learn: The difference between godly control and worldly control Why trying to control others leads to frustration and brokenness  How Jesus remained fully in control by surrendering to the Father  The power of the name of Jesus in situations we cannot control  What it truly means to belong to Jesus—not just know about Him This message calls us to lay down control, stop trying to play God, and trust the One who already holds all authority.📖 ScriptureJohn 18:1–12🔑 Key TakeawayYou don’t have to control everything—because God already does.Recorded live at Life Tabernacle Church in Vinton, Virginia, on March 22, 2026.  Want to connect more with Life Tabernacle?Visit us online: lifetabernaclepcg.comFeeling led to support the ministry? Give securely here: Tithely Giving Link