Submitting to God by Pastor Ty

Bill IBC Hamilton • November 10, 2025

Submitting to God by Pastor Ty

Submission by definition is “the decision and action of accepting, yielding, surrendering to a superior force, will or authority of another person.’ It is often misunderstood as weakness, but in God’s kingdom, it is a mark of wisdom and strength. James 3:13-18 contrasts worldly wisdom with godly wisdom, showing us how submission to God and His ways leads to peace, righteousness, and harmony.

13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let them show it by their good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. 14 But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. 15 Such “wisdom” does not come down from heaven but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. 16 For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. 17 But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. 18 Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness. - James 3:13-18

True wisdom begins with submission to God. It is not about selfish ambition or envy but about living humbly and reflecting God’s character. Surrender your pride and desires to God. Seek His guidance in decisions, trusting His wisdom over worldly advice. Godly wisdom produces peace, not chaos.

Submission to God’s ways leads to a life marked by purity, mercy, and harmony with others. In conflicts, choose peace over strife. Submit your emotions and reactions to God, allowing His Spirit to guide you toward reconciliation. When we submit to God’s wisdom and live in peace, we bear the fruit of righteousness. Submission transforms our lives and impacts those around us.

Remember - Submission is not about losing control but about giving control to the One who knows best

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