FROM SUCCESS TO SURRENDER
You were never meant to carry it all.
Let go of the pressure to perform — and discover the peace of living surrendered.
What happens when you surrender the life you built?
In From Success to Surrender, Chris Arnold shares the raw, redemptive journey of letting go of worldly achievement to walk in God’s calling. Whether you're burned out or just hungry for something more, this book will help you:
Discern what God is asking you to release
Embrace Kingdom identity beyond performance
Live from a posture of surrender and rest
"From Success to Surrender: Finding Your True Purpose in God’s Perfect Timing by Chris Arnold is a practical guide for men and women who want advice and personal application of scripture to what it means to live a life of faith at work. Chris provides personal examples and applications to the many complex issues that come up for workplace leaders. I encourage you to check out Chris’s book if you want to better understand how to experience God at work."
— Os Hillman, leader of TGIF: Today God Is First devotional and author of The Joseph Calling: 6 Stages to Discover, Navigate, and Fulfill Your Purpose
"Chris Arnold has written a book that sparkles with passion, wisdom, and honesty. His journey into deeper fellowship with God is something I wish every Christian would read and experience for themselves. This book will encourage your faith. It will enable you and inspire you to listen more closely for God’s voice in every area of life."
— Jim Samra, author, God Told Me: Who to Marry, Where to Work, Which Car to Buy ... And I’m Pretty Sure I’m Not Crazy, and senior pastor at Calvary Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan
"Chris writes from the crucible of the struggle, which is why this book is so helpful and impactful. From the challenges he worked through, he offers a perspective and a path forward for those who are in the valley of discouragement or disillusionment. With transparency and humility, Chris shares valuable insights and steps you can take to move from success to surrender and find lasting joy no matter your circumstances."
— Keith Ogorek, speaker, discipleship leader, and author, A Clear View: The Formation and Impact of Worldview
"Chris Arnold is an incredible husband, father, leader, trusted friend, and man of God. When he speaks, I listen. When you read this authentic testimony of his journey from success to significance, you will understand why. And in the process, you will be significantly blessed, you will be challenged in ways you didn’t anticipate, and have a deeper desire to draw near to God."
— Jim Lange, best-selling author of Calming the Storm Within: How to Find Peace in this Chaotic World and The Happy Wife Happy Life Deception: How to Stop Walking on Eggshells and Be the Man You Were Made to Be
"From Success to Surrender: Finding Your True Purpose in God’s Perfect Timing is an absolute must-read for anyone seeking to follow God’s will for their lives. It is almost as if we can see Chris’s faith grow through the pages of the book. I found myself both challenged to surrender more but also to be thankful for the presence of God in every aspect of our lives. At one point in the book, Chris says, “Every step forward in faith, no matter how small, builds the strength for a continued journey with God.” No matter where you are on your journey, just keep taking small steps forward and God will do the rest!"
— Chris Bombei, CEO/president, FusionSoft LLC
"Having walked closely with Chris through much of what he shares in this book— and more—I’ve seen firsthand how he honors God by loving others well. His authenticity in this example is unmatched. It’s a pleasure to call Chris my friend."
— Bill Dull, Owner, BriarTek Inc.
"Chris is authentic in his walk with God. He is loving, encouraging, passionate, and positive with a heart for helping and leading others, all while facing life obstacles, challenges, and societal pressures. God has used Chris to make a positive impact on my life (and others), and I believe his story will resonate and encourage others in their walk and search for purpose through God’s eyes."
— Jeff Daniel, president and principal broker, Community Space Realty
"From Success to Surrender is such a refreshing take on how we define and “live” for success in this life. As someone who has struggled with balancing the pressures of culture’s definition of success and putting my worth in that, Chris’s personal journey with finding significance outside of the corporate world’s value, ignites that same passion in my own journey. From “through loss to finding unexpected freedom” and “setbacks becoming a catalyst for transformation,” these personal stories of growth through surrendering help morph one’s mindset away from the constant need to put their worth in just the wins. Rest assured, the search for significance is over, and through Chris’s stories, he has found the solution."
— Scott White, broker and owner, @properties
"From the first pages of “The Call to Something More” to the final pages of the chapter “Trust, Surrender, and Continuing the Journey,” Chris delivers an honest and important message that clearly, the Lord has put on his heart and in his pen. I couldn’t more strongly endorse Chris’s heart as a leader of men, and this book."
— Derek A. Small, founder and managing director, Luson Bioventures
Praise for From Success to Surrender
From Success to Surrender: Finding Your True Purpose in God’s Perfect Timing by Chris Arnold is a practical guide for men and women who want advice and personal application of scripture to what it means to live a life of faith at work. Chris provides personal examples and applications to the many complex issues that come up for workplace leaders. I encourage you to check out Chris’s book if you want to better understand how to experience God at work.
Chris Arnold has written a book that sparkles with passion, wisdom, and honesty. His journey into deeper fellowship with God is something I wish every Christian would read and experience for themselves. This book will encourage your faith. It will enable you and inspire you to listen more closely for God’s voice in every area of life.
Chris writes from the crucible of the struggle, which is why this book is so helpful and impactful. From the challenges he worked through, he offers a perspective and a path forward for those who are in the valley of discouragement or disillusionment. With transparency and humility, Chris shares valuable insights and steps you can take to move from success to surrender and find lasting joy no matter your circumstances.
Chris Arnold is an incredible husband, father, leader, trusted friend, and man of God. When he speaks, I listen. When you read this authentic testimony of his journey from success to significance, you will understand why. And in the process, you will be significantly blessed, you will be challenged in ways you didn’t anticipate, and have a deeper desire to draw near to God.
From Success to Surrender: Finding Your True Purpose in God’s Perfect Timing is an absolute must-read for anyone seeking to follow God’s will for their lives. It is almost as if we can see Chris’s faith grow through the pages of the book. I found myself both challenged to surrender more but also to be thankful for the presence of God in every aspect of our lives. At one point in the book, Chris says, “Every step forward in faith, no matter how small, builds the strength for a continued journey with God.” No matter where you are on your journey, just keep taking small steps forward and God will do the rest!
Having walked closely with Chris through much of what he shares in this book— and more—I’ve seen firsthand how he honors God by loving others well. His authenticity in this example is unmatched. It’s a pleasure to call Chris my friend.
Chris is authentic in his walk with God. He is loving, encouraging, passionate, and positive with a heart for helping and leading others, all while facing life obstacles, challenges, and societal pressures. God has used Chris to make a positive impact on my life (and others), and I believe his story will resonate and encourage others in their walk and search for purpose through God’s eyes.
From Success to Surrender is such a refreshing take on how we define and “live” for success in this life. As someone who has struggled with balancing the pressures of culture’s definition of success and putting my worth in that, Chris’s personal journey with finding significance outside of the corporate world’s value, ignites that same passion in my own journey. From “through loss to finding unexpected freedom” and “setbacks becoming a catalyst for transformation,” these personal stories of growth through surrendering help morph one’s mindset away from the constant need to put their worth in just the wins. Rest assured, the search for significance is over, and through Chris’s stories, he has found the solution.
From the first pages of “The Call to Something More” to the final pages of the chapter “Trust, Surrender, and Continuing the Journey,” Chris delivers an honest and important message that clearly, the Lord has put on his heart and in his pen. I couldn’t more strongly endorse Chris’s heart as a leader of men, and this book.
Is this book for you?
From Success to Surrender is written for anyone sensing that there's more to life than achievement. It’s especially for:
Driven Professionals
You’ve climbed the ladder, but something still feels missing.
Burned-Out Leaders
You’re tired of carrying the weight and ready to find rest.
Faith-Driven Entrepreneurs
You want your business to align with God’s purpose, not just profit.
Couples in Transition
You’re navigating change and longing to grow together, not apart.
Seekers of God’s Will
You’re discerning what’s next and don’t want to miss His direction.
Anyone in a Season of Surrender
You’re in the in-between—letting go of what was and trusting God for what’s next.
Meet the Author
Chris Arnold is a business coach, spiritual advisor, and former marketplace executive whose journey took a dramatic turn when success stopped satisfying and surrender became the way forward. After losing his job, Chris entered a 40-day wilderness season that led to a deeper calling—helping others let go of performance and rediscover purpose.
Through From Success to Surrender, Chris shares the hard-won wisdom, biblical truths, and personal breakthroughs that have shaped his life and leadership. He now walks alongside leaders, couples, and families through Lasting Legacy Collective, inviting them into a rhythm of trust, alignment, and Kingdom impact.
Whether in a boardroom or a prayer room, Chris’s heart is the same: to see people set free from striving and fully alive in God’s design for their life.
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Don't Just Read the Book. Live the Journey
From Success to Surrender is just the beginning. If you’re ready to go deeper into your season of release, trust, and transformation, we invite you to continue the journey with us.
Through the 40-Day Journey, monthly Reset Webinars, and the Legacy Leaders Pathway, you’ll have the tools and community to walk fully aligned with God’s call on your life.
40-Day spiritual formation experience
Live coaching and community calls
Guidance for personal, family, and leadership surrender
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