What Does the Bible Say About Submission?
Key Scriptures and spiritual guidance on submission
The Bible addresses submission in various contexts, emphasizing the importance of submitting to God, authority figures, and one another. In Ephesians 5:21, believers are encouraged to submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. This mutual submission fosters unity and humility within the Christian community. Additionally, Romans 13:1 instructs believers to submit to governing authorities as they are established by God for the greater good. The ultimate example of submission is seen in Jesus Christ, who submitted to the will of the Father, even unto death on the cross. Submission is not a sign of weakness but a virtue that reflects trust in God's sovereignty and wisdom.
Bible Verses About Submission
Ephesians 5:21KJV
“Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.”
Romans 13:1KJV
“Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.”
Philippians 2:8KJV
“And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.”
1 Peter 2:13KJV
“Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;”
Hebrews 13:17KJV
“Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you.”
James 4:7KJV
“Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.”
1 Corinthians 16:16KJV
“That ye submit yourselves unto such, and to every one that helpeth with us, and laboureth.”
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