Definition and Context:
Submitting, in a biblical context, refers to the act of yielding or surrendering one's own will to the authority or will of another, often in obedience to God or to established structures of authority. This concept is deeply rooted in the Christian faith and is seen as an expression of humility, respect, and love.

Biblical References:

1. Ephesians 5:21-22 :
"Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. Wives, submit to your husbands as to the Lord."
This passage highlights mutual submission among believers, emphasizing that submission is an act of reverence for Christ. It also addresses the specific relationship between husbands and wives, where the wife's submission is likened to her submission to the Lord.

2. James 4:7 :
"Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you."
Here, submission to God is presented as a prerequisite for spiritual victory. By submitting to God, believers align themselves with His will and gain strength to resist evil.

3. 1 Peter 2:13-14 :
"Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether to the king as the supreme authority, or to governors as those sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right."
This passage instructs believers to submit to governing authorities, recognizing their role in maintaining order and justice. Submission is framed as an act done for the Lord's sake, acknowledging His sovereignty over all earthly powers.

4. Hebrews 13:17 :
"Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they keep watch over your souls as those who must give an account. To this end, allow them to lead with joy and not with grief, for that would be of no advantage to you."
Submission to spiritual leaders is encouraged, recognizing their responsibility for the spiritual well-being of the community. This submission is intended to foster a joyful and effective leadership dynamic.

Theological Significance:

Submitting is a fundamental aspect of Christian discipleship and community life. It reflects a believer's trust in God's order and His appointed authorities. Submission is not about inferiority or coercion but is an expression of love and respect, mirroring Christ's own submission to the Father (Philippians 2:5-8). It is a voluntary act that acknowledges God's ultimate authority and the believer's role within His divine plan.

Practical Application:

In practical terms, submitting involves a willingness to listen, learn, and yield to others in various relationships and contexts. It requires humility and a recognition of one's own limitations. In marriage, it fosters unity and mutual respect. In the church, it supports harmony and effective ministry. In society, it upholds justice and order. Believers are called to submit not out of compulsion but as a reflection of their commitment to Christ and His teachings.(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Submit.4717. stauroo -- to fence with stakes, to crucify
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That a Man Should not be a Curious Searcher of the Sacrament, but ...
... OF THE SACRAMENT OF THE ALTAR CHAPTER XVIII That a man should not be a curious searcher
of the Sacrament, but a humble imitator of Christ, submitting his sense ...
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The Opinion of Justin with Regard to the Reign of a Thousand Years ...
... Josephus bears testimony to the fact that the sects of the Jews differed in regard
to fate and providence; the Pharisees submitting all things indeed to God ...
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Jovian is Proclaimed Emperor.
... Submitting therefore to the loss of the government of Syria, [546] and giving up
also Nisibis, a city of Mesopotamia, he withdrew from their territories. ...
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The Answer that Christ Looks not Only at the Action but Also at ...
... man also humbly consenting may offer its right cheek to be smitten, sympathizing
with the suffering of the outward man, and in a way submitting and subjecting ...
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"The Earth was Invisible and Unfinished. "
... 2. But the corrupters of the truth, who, incapable of submitting their reason to
Holy Scripture, distort at will the meaning of the Holy Scriptures, pretend ...
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To Estimate Degrees of Excellence.
... established by God. The will of God gives to all things a supernatural
and divine value for the soul submitting to it. The duties ...
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Basil -- the Creation of the World
... But the corrupters of the truth, who, incapable of submitting their reason to Holy
Scripture, distort at will the meaning of the Holy Scriptures, pretend that ...
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Ephesians vi. 8-May
... For if I charge free men to submit themselves one to another in the fear of
God,"as he said above, "submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of Christ ...
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John the Preacher of Repentance
... The outward act was vain if unaccompanied by the state of mind and will; the
state of mind was proved genuine by submitting to the act. ...
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Submitting (2 Occurrences)
... & vb. n.) of Submit. Multi-Version Concordance Submitting (2 Occurrences). Ephesians
5:21 Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God. (KJV DBY WBS) ...
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Insubordinate (3 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (a.) Not submitting to authority; disobedient; rebellious;
mutinous. Multi-Version Concordance Insubordinate (3 Occurrences). ...
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Reference (23 Occurrences)
... is referred. 7. (n.) The act of submitting a matter in dispute to the
judgment of one or more persons for decision. 8. (n.) The ...
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Alien (102 Occurrences)
... They might be naturalized and permitted to enter into the congregation of the Lord
by submitting to circumcision and abandoning idolatry (Deuteronomy 23:3-8). ...
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Ammonites (97 Occurrences)
... They paid tribute to Jotham (2 Chronicles 27:5). After submitting to Tiglath-pileser
they were generally tributary to Assyria, but we have mention of their ...
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Ammon (100 Occurrences)
... They paid tribute to Jotham (2 Chronicles 27:5). After submitting to Tiglath-pileser
they were generally tributary to Assyria, but we have mention of their ...
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Submit (36 Occurrences)
... bondage. (See RSV). Ephesians 5:21 Submitting yourselves one to another in
the fear of God. (Root in KJV WEY DBY WBS NIV). Ephesians ...
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Stephanas (3 Occurrences)
... that Paul enjoins upon the Corinthians to show the house of Stephanas that respect
and deference due to Christian leaders by willingly submitting to their ...
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Submitteth (1 Occurrence)

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Seed (337 Occurrences)
... They taught that by learning certain formulas and by submitting to certain rites,
union with God and salvation could be attained without holiness of life. ...
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