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Submitting ourselves one to another (KJV)

Today, we analyze the last aspect of redeeming time. It may seem strange that submission is linked to this topic, but it is the Word of God that affirms this.

We must first clarify that when we speak of submission, we are not talking about subjection, nor slavery, or subservience. The first example of submission, which Paul gives in the following verses of Ephesians 5, is that of the wife towards her husband. But the apostle is very clear in affirming that the relationship between spouses must be comparable to that of Christ with His church.

It is, therefore, a pure manifestation of love towards the other. It is not a simple submission, but rather a "submission in the fear of Christ"; it means esteeming the other more than oneself, seeking the good and the interest of the other, loving without gain, responding to evil with good, exercising true forgiveness. All this with the sole purpose of manifesting the love of God and bringing souls to Christ.

Simply put, this submission is the expression of the love we find in Jesus Christ, who set aside His divinity and humbled Himself, becoming obedient to the point of death on the cross, giving His life for the salvation of everyone who believes.

Let us reflect well on this great truth: Jesus gave His life in sacrifice so that our wasted lives can be recovered for eternity.

Considering all that we have discussed in this plan, we come to a precious conclusion: Love is the best way to redeem your time.