Therefore it is necessary to be subject to the authorities, not only because of wrath but also for conscience’ sake. Truth to Learn We are to submit to authorities because it is the right thing to do. Behind the Words “It is necessary” is a translation of the Greek...
Romans 13:1 – Civil Submission
Let every soul be subject to the higher authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are established by God. Truth to Learn We Christians are to submit to those in authority over us. Behind the Words The verb translated, “be subject to”...
Romans 8:20 – Imperishable Expectation
For the creation was not voluntarily subjected to futility, but because of Him who subjected it in hope; Truth to Learn We live within perishable bodies in a dying and decaying world, but some day God will make all things imperishable. Behind the Words The word translated “subjected” is...
Romans 8:7 – Submission or Rebellion?
Because the carnal mind is enmity toward God; for it is not submitted to the law of God, indeed it can’t be. Truth to Learn When we’re controlled by our flesh, we’re not submitted to God, we’re in open rebellion to Him. Behind the Words This current verse starts...
1 Peter 5:5 – Humble Submission
Likewise you younger ones, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you being submissive to one another, and clothe yourselves with humility, because "God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble." Truth to Learn Submission is the key to life within the Body of Christ. Behind...
1 Peter 3:22 – Our Exalted Example
who is at the right hand of God, having gone into heaven and, angels and authorities and powers having been made subject to Him. Truth to Learn The result of Christ’s patient, faithful suffering is exaltation. Behind the Words The words “right hand” are translated from the Greek word...
1 Peter 3:1 – Submission & Love
In the same way, wives be submissive to your own husbands, that even if some do not obey the word, they, without a word, may be won by the behavior of their wives, Truth to Learn Submission is one part of God’s plan for marriages. Behind the Words “Wives”...
1 Peter 2:18 – Submit to Bosses
Servants, be submissive to your masters in all fear, not only to the good and gentle, but also to the crooked. Truth to Learn Submission to others is necessary, but not always easy. Behind the Words The word translated “servants” is the Greek word oiketēs, which means “one of...
1 Peter 2:13 – Submit to Authority
Submit yourselves to every institution of man for the Lord's sake, whether to the king as being supreme, Truth to Learn We are to submit to whatever government we might live under. Behind the Words The word translated “submit” is hupotassō, a compound word made up of hupo, meaning...
Ephesians 5:24 – A Submissive Witness
But as the church is subordinate to Christ, so the wives to their own husbands in everything. Truth to Learn Submission is part of what it means to be a Christian. Behind the Words The word “but” is translated from the Greek word alla, which implies an addition to...
Ephesians 5:22 – Sometimes It’s Difficult
Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. Truth to Learn God has a perfect plan for the marriage relationship. Behind the Words The word translated “wives” is gunē, which means “a woman.” It also is used throughout the New Testament to indicate a woman who is...
Ephesians 5:21 – The Spirit of Submission
submitting to one another in the fear of Christ. Truth to Learn The Spirit-filled Christian is humble and subservient. Behind the Words The word translated “submitting” is translated from the Greek verb hupotassō. This word is made up of hupo, meaning “under” or “beneath” and tassō, which means “to...
Ephesians 1:22 – Supreme Authority
And He put all things under His feet, and gave Him to be head over all things to the church, Truth to Learn Jesus Christ died on the cross to pay for your sins and He is now your supreme authority with regard to all things physical and spiritual. ...
James 4:7 – Resistance Through Submission
Therefore be submitted to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Truth to Learn Submitting to God is the only way to resist our enemy. Behind the Words The word translated “submit” is the Greek word, hupotassō which is made up of hupo (or hypo), which means...
Ephesians 5:24 – A Submissive Witness
Therefore, just as the church is subject to Christ, so let the wives be to their own husbands in everything. Truth to Learn Submission is part of what it means to be a Christian. Behind the Words The words “just as” are translated from the Greek word hōsper, which is...
Ephesians 5:22 – Sometimes It’s Difficult
Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. Truth to Learn God has a perfect plan for the marriage relationship. Behind the Words The word translated “wives” is gunē, which means “a woman.” It also is used throughout the New Testament to indicate a woman who is engaged...
Ephesians 5:21 – The Spirit of Submission
submitting to one another in the fear of God. Truth to Learn The Spirit-filled Christian is humble and subservient. Behind the Words The word translated “submitting” is translated from the Greek verb hupotassō. This word is made up of hupo, meaning “under” or “beneath” and tassō, which means “to arrange...
Ephesians 1:22 – Supreme Authority
Ephesians 1:22 - Supreme Authority And He put all things under His feet, and gave Him to be head over all things to the church, Truth to Learn Jesus Christ died on the cross to pay for your sins and He is now your supreme authority with regard to all...
Romans 13:5 – Submission by Conscience
Romans 13:5 - Submission by Conscience Therefore you must be subject, not only because of wrath but also for conscience’ sake. Truth to Learn We are to submit to authorities because it is the right thing to do. Behind the Words “You must” is a translation of the Greek word...
Romans 10:3 – Completely Submitted
Romans 10:3 - Completely Submitted For they being ignorant of God’s righteousness, and seeking to establish their own righteousness, have not submitted to the righteousness of God. Truth to Learn Righteousness only comes by voluntarily submitting your will to the will of Almighty God. Behind the Words The word translated...
Romans 8:20 – Imperishable Expectation
Romans 8:20 - Imperishable Expectation For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of Him who subjected it in hope; Truth to Learn We live within perishable bodies in a dying and decaying world, but some day God will make all things imperishable. Behind the Words The...
Romans 8:7 – Submission or Rebellion?
Romans 8:7 Because the carnal mind is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, nor indeed can be. Truth to Learn When we’re controlled by our flesh, we’re not submitted to God, we’re in open rebellion to Him. Behind the Words This current verse...