Submission Part Four

This summer my focus rested much more on leading Biblically than on submitting to authority Biblically. However, I learned that the two go hand in hand. To be able to lead well and understandingly you must also be able to submit to the authority that you have been intrusted to. In most circumstances, we, as adults, have been given times when we must submit and also opportunity and responsibilities to lead. The two will happen simultaneously. I don't know of a Biblical application of the top of my head why one must learn to submit to be able to lead well however it is what I have learned in my own life and through observing others and the story of Moses does come to mind. He had to submit to the Lord's will in the wilderness for many years and then submit to the Lord in going before pharaoh. When Moses was faithful to submit to God, God put him in a great place of leadership for the children of Israel. When we are willing to submit to our authorities they are much more likely to pick us for leadership opportunities. So faithfulness in such an area is well worth the wait if you feel called to be a leader. Even if you do not desire to lead the benefits of submitting include gaining the trust of your authorities and those who observe your lifestyle around you and your authorities....and when you are out of the sight of those in charge of you.