Main Entry: sub·mit
Pronunciation: \səb-ˈmit\
Function: verb
1 a : to yield oneself to the authority or will of another b : to permit oneself to be subjected to something
2 : to defer to or consent to abide by the opinion or authority of another
Main Entry: re·sist
Pronunciation: \ri-ˈzist\
Function: verb
1 : to exert oneself so as to counteract or defeat
2 : to withstand the force or effect of
Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded. James 4:7-8
Yep, that's all. It's not as easy as it sounds. It's my verse of the year though :)
2 comments:
That was super encouraging/convicting and definitely something I needed to read. I'm so proud of you. And I'm so blessed to count you among my very dearest of friends. I can't wait to spend more time with you. Love you heaps Emster. :)
Funny that we, so often, get it backwards, isn't it? We resist our dear Lord and submit to the devil & his evil schemes. :P
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