Sermons on Submissive Hearts:

A Life Of Submission Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Oct 23, 2007

Our lifestyle, including our attitude and actions toward the government, will either glorify or shame the name of Christ.

Our Identity: We are people who do not BELONG to this world. “Dear friends, I urge you, as aliens and strangers in the world…” (v. 11a). “Aliens” = a permanently resident alien (example: a Permanent Resident, formerly known as a Landed Immigrant, in Canada). “Strangers” = a foreigner who is only ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

In Humble Submission

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Aug 25, 2012

When we find ourselves thinking that what we need is more, let’s commit to becoming less. Don’t submit to circumstances, but to the Lord who controls circumstances.

In Humble Submission 05/01/10 PM 1 Peter 5:5 Introduction Living in this world does not come easy, everyone struggles. It should be of no surprise as Jesus Himself tells us that in this world we will have tribulations (troubles) in this life. But we often have a tendency to think that if we just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thoughts On Submission.

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 7, 2023

Fight it all you want, but we are all to submit to God and many others.

There was a discussion about women submitting to their husbands, but submission touches every realm of our lives. Hupotasso is a military term meaning to rank under. The Captain submits to the Major. In a two person relationship, someone must have the tie breaking vote or the responsibilty. If ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16, Ephesians 5:21-33, 1 Timothy 6:1-2, Colossians 4:1, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, Hebrews 13:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Submission Series

Contributed by Dr. Robert Crowder on Dec 17, 2022

Jesus Christ left the splendor of heaven to become Emmanuel. He was sent by God to sacrifice Himself for the Plan of Salvation. Jesus, although God, submitted Himeslf to the Father.

INTRODUCTION Previously we looked at the calling of Isaiah. His calling was sure and there was a need. When the Lord asked, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then Isaiah answered, “Here am I; send me.” His response was strengthened by the power of resolve. Isaiah resolved to do the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-34, John 17:24, John 1:29-30

Denomination: Baptist

24 - On Submission Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 4, 2021

This is the 24th of 30 Studies on the Book of Romans and talks about the importance of us being submissive to government authorities, rules and regulations.

Romans 13:1-3 1Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God. 2 Therefore whoever resists the authority resists the ordinance of God, and those who resist will bring judgment on themselves. 3 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-14, Genesis 2:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Submission In Marriage

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Feb 2, 2022

What does it mean to submit with regards to husband and wife in the Bible? Christians are exhorted to submit to one another in reverence to Christ. How does this injunction impart Christian marriage?

TEXT: EPHESIANS 5:21-33 (NLT) 21. And further, submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. 22 For wives, this means submit to your husbands as to the Lord. 23 For a husband is the head of his wife as Christ is the head of the church. He is the Savior of his body, the church. 24 As the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33, 1 Peter 3:6, Genesis 21:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Leadership- Submission Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 12, 2024

This is the 206th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 4th sermon from 1 Timothy.

Series: Action [#206] LEADERSHIP- SUBMISSION 1 Timothy 2:9-15 Introduction: The #1 reason that Pastors do not enjoy preaching through a Book of the Bible is on display today. When preaching a Topical Sermon Series, you can avoid controversial or uncomfortable subjects; but when you preach ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Pray Submissively Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 14, 2024

Focusing on the phrase, "Lead Us Not Into Temptation" from Matthew 6:13 (Material adapted from Bob Hostetler's book, Red Letter Prayer Life; chapter 12 of the same title)

HoHum: Do we know someone who flips out if we sit on their perfectly made bed? Do we know someone who loses it because one of his pens is missing from the pen jar on his desk? Do we know someone who is so organized she would heckle Martha Stewart for being sloppy? Do we know someone who knows ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13, Luke 11:4, Numbers 21:4-9, Matthew 4:1, Luke 22:39-43  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thoughts On Submission

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 7, 2024

A touchy subject, but Scripture is clear.

There was a discussion about women submitting to their husbands, but submission touches every realm of our lives. 1 Corinthians 16:16  That ye submit yourselves unto such, and to every one that helpeth with us, and laboureth. Ephesians 5:22  Wives, submit yourselves unto your own ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:16, Ephesians 5:22, Colossians 3:18, James 4:7, 1 Peter 2:13, 1 Peter 5:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Beauty Of Submission Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 22, 2025

1 Peter 3:5 offers a powerful and counter-cultural message about the beauty of submission.

In 1 Peter 3:5, the apostle Peter writes, "For this is the way the holy women of the past who put their hope in God used to adorn themselves. They submitted themselves to their own husbands." This verse provides valuable insights into the biblical concept of submission and its ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:5

What Are You Allowing God To Use?

Contributed by Clement Manenga on Mar 4, 2026

There comes a time in every believer’s life when God asks for something simple, ordinary or insignificant in your life, yet extraordinary in God’s hands.

Luke 5:1-10 “One day as Jesus was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret, the people were crowding around him and listening to the word of God. He saw at the water’s edge two boats, left there by the fishermen, who were washing their nets. He got into one of the boats, the one belonging to Simon, and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:2, Luke 5:1-10, Romans 10:9

Denomination: Charismatic

A Heart To Honor Authority - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 20, 2005

It’s easy to submit to someone in authority when we agree with them. But what if those in authority over us aren’t "good" men? What if they make immoral decisions? What if they are mean, spiteful, and dangerous?

OPEN: The first words that a child says always seem so cute. Brad’s baby daughter’s first word was “Wow!” Other children learn to say “mommy” or “daddy.” But there is a word that children learn to say that’s not quite so cute. Do you know what it is? That’s right: “No!” As they grow older we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reins Of Our Heart

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jul 23, 2006

A message about submission to the will of God; In order to turn our heart, first the Lord must be given the reins of our heart.

As we come to the mid point of the year, it is a good time to reflect on where we are in our walk with God. Our perception may not be Gods perception of where we are at. To some the year may have been a disaster To others your year may have been filled with blessings! To others it may seem to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Straight From The Heart

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Aug 9, 2018

What comes out of our mouth comes from the heart

Mid-week Message/Devotion James 3:1-12 Straight from the Heart (Third in a series) “A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good; and an evil man out of the evil treasure of his heart brings forth evil. For out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks.” Luke ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Prayer Of Reverent Submission

Contributed by Tim Melton on Feb 26, 2020

We are going to look at a key scripture that gives us insight into the kind of prayers that God hears.

Have you ever had a time that you have been praying with all of your heart and it seems like God is not listening? You know what you want. You are asking clearly and yet it seems like you are not being heard. Today we are going to look at a key scripture that gives us insight into the kind of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:7