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Lessons Learned: “Does Jesus submit to God?” (1 Corinthians 11:3)

“Does Jesus submit to God?” (1 Corinthians 11:3)

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LESSONS LEARNED

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 — Does Jesus submit to God? (1 Corinthians 11:3). Jesus’ relationship with the Father invites us to consider His deity, willing obedience, saving work, and the security of those who follow Him.

WATCH OUTS

  1. Do not mistake Jesus’ obedience for a denial of His deity; read His submission alongside His unity with the Father (1 Corinthians 11:3; John 10:30; Philippians 2:6-8).
  2. Do not reduce Father, Son, and Holy Spirit to interchangeable names; Scripture distinguishes them while confessing one God (Matthew 28:19; John 14:16-17; Deuteronomy 6:4).
  3. Do not treat obedience as necessary only when it feels easy; Jesus remained faithful through suffering (Hebrews 5:7-9; Philippians 2:8).

SUCCESSES / SPIRITUAL GROWTH

  1. Receive forgiveness as God’s gift through Jesus’ redeeming sacrifice, and thank the Father who sent Him (John 3:16-17; Ephesians 1:7).
  2. Ask the Holy Spirit for the new life Jesus describes; spiritual renewal reaches deeper than improved outward behavior (John 3:3-8; Titus 3:5).
  3. Bring your words and decisions under God’s direction, following Jesus’ example of pleasing the Father (John 8:28-29; Colossians 3:17).

LEADERSHIP DYNAMICS

  1. Leaders remain accountable to Christ; spiritual responsibility is stewardship under His authority (1 Corinthians 11:3; Hebrews 13:17).
  2. Follow the Good Shepherd’s self-giving care rather than using people to protect your position (John 10:11-15; 1 Peter 5:2-3).
  3. Let obedience shape what you say as well as what you do; faithful teaching must remain anchored in God’s truth (John 8:28-29; Titus 1:9).

EKKLESIA PERSPECTIVE

  1. The Church worships the one God revealed as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and teaches this confession with care (Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14; Deuteronomy 6:4).
  2. The Church’s welcome grows from reconciliation accomplished through Christ, not from a claim that human fellowship can replace reconciliation to God (2 Corinthians 5:18-21; Ephesians 2:18-19).
  3. The Church belongs to Jesus and should help people hear His voice, follow Him, and rest in His keeping (John 10:27-30; Colossians 1:18).