Discussion Jumpstarter
Study leader reference - not a definitive answer
Question 7
He claims submission is “the greatest power” and “your most powerful tool…in the kingdom” because it becomes God’s avenue for influence; where have you seen (or refused to believe) that quiet submission had more impact than arguing, asserting rights, or “making people listen”?
Another way to ask: Where have you seen (or doubted) that quiet submission changed someone more than arguing, demanding rights, or forcing them to listen?
Discussion Jumpstarter
Direct Answer
The speaker argues that quiet, faithful submission often speaks louder than force, especially in suffering, and becomes a main way God influences others. The transcript’s examples suggest this influence can be practical (like a traffic stop) and spiritual (like Christ’s suffering), even when it feels weaker than asserting rights.
- He says submission is “one of the greatest power” and “your most powerful tool…in the kingdom,” because it impacts “family…community…church…government.”
- He quotes the idea that in Jesus’ sufferings, he “spoke more for his firmness and submission than all that was said by the Greeks.”
- He gives the defrauded-person illustration: when someone is wronged and “responds in submission…your evaluation…goes way up,” but if he “demands his rights” you’re “not truly impressed.”
- He gives the cop example: respond kindly and your outcome is often better than being “cocky and lippy.”
- He warns that “demanding” submission (making people listen) is a “mess,” especially in marriage.