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Submission to God
Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
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implies an entire giving up of our understanding, will, and affections to him or, as Dr. Owen observes, it consists in—
1. An acquiescence in his right and sovereignty;
2. An acknowledgment of his righteousness and wisdom;
3. A sense of his love and care;
4. A diligent application of ourselves to his mind and will;
5. Keeping our souls, by faith and patience, from weariness and despondency;
6. A full resignation to his will. (See RESIGNATION).
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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Submission to God'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/s/submission-to-god.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Submission to God'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/s/submission-to-god.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
