Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble. — 1 Peter 5:5

How we feel about the word “submissive” is determined by how we feel about ourselves. It’s good to have someone serve us as if we were slaves, but it’s difficult to serve someone else as if they were slaves. We frequently behave as though we just care about ourselves. But God works against anybody who is arrogant and refuses to serve others, particularly if those “others” are senior Christians! We should put on humility on purpose, even though it is difficult to put on the clothing our Father has given us.

 

Thought

How we feel about the word “submissive” is determined by how we feel about ourselves. It’s good to have someone serve us as if we were slaves, but it’s difficult to serve someone else as if they were slaves. We frequently behave as though we just care about ourselves. But God works against anybody who is arrogant and refuses to serve others, particularly if those “others” are senior Christians! We should put on humility on purpose, even though it is difficult to put on the clothing our Father has given us.

 

Prayer

Father, thank You for mentioning the great figures of faith in the Bible. I’m grateful for all the inspirational religious leaders who have taught me how to live my life. Give them health and stamina. Additionally, Father, I beg you to use me to serve and bless each and every one of your children, particularly the ones who have been devoted to you and your Kingdom for a long time. In Jesus’ precious name I pray. Amen.