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In a culture that values autonomy above all else, biblical submission to church leadership can feel uncomfortable. However, Scripture calls us to voluntarily yield to elders who serve as shepherds, not dominators. This submission looks like following their example, learning from their teaching, encouraging them as fathers, asking for their prayers, and having confidence in their leadership. The key to healthy submission is humility - both toward one another and ultimately toward God himself. When we trust that God cares for us and has established loving leaders to watch over our souls, we can embrace His design for church community where everyone flourishes.

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How Do I Submit to the Elders?

Mike Peters

NOV 24, 2025

NOV 24, 2025

How Do I Submit to the Elders?

In a culture that values autonomy above all else, biblical submission to church leadership can feel uncomfortable. However, Scripture calls us to voluntarily yield to elders who serve as shepherds, not dominators. This submission looks like following their example, learning from their teaching, encouraging them as fathers, asking for their prayers, and having confidence in their leadership. The key to healthy submission is humility - both toward one another and ultimately toward God himself. When we trust that God cares for us and has established loving leaders to watch over our souls, we can embrace His design for church community where everyone flourishes.

40 minutes

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