June 2, 2026

FROM CONVERSION TO SUBMISSION — PART 3

Apst. Emmanuel Osezele

KEY TEXT: Matthew 7:21 KJV: “Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.”

Conversion brings salvation and eternal life, but submission ensures that salvation bears fruit in every area of your life. Many believers stop at salvation, celebrating forgiveness without yielding control of their will, habits, and lifestyle to Jesus Christ. True discipleship begins when Christ becomes not only your Savior but also your Lord—the One who rules over your decisions, speech, relationships, and actions. Daily submission demonstrates that you are not merely a hearer of the Word, but a doer, and it positions you to walk in authority, blessing, and divine purpose. (Luke 6:46; Romans 12:1–2)

A submitted life reflects humility, obedience, and continual alignment with God’s will. It is a life marked by denying self, taking up the cross daily, and allowing Christ to reign over every circumstance. This requires intentional effort, daily prayer, and reliance on the Holy Spirit. Submission transforms trials into testimonies, challenges into opportunities for growth, and ordinary living into kingdom impact. Without submission, spiritual growth is limited, authority is restricted, and the fullness of God’s plan remains out of reach. (Luke 9:23; James 4:7; John 14:15)

Believers, today make a decisive commitment: go beyond conversion. Let Jesus Christ rule as Lord over every area of your life. Let your obedience, devotion, and surrendered will demonstrate His authority. When Christ rules, your life reflects His kingdom, your prayers carry power, and your purpose aligns with His divine plan. Move from being saved to being fully submitted, and experience the spiritual authority, blessing, and victory that comes only through total Lordship. (Matthew 7:21; Luke 22:42; 1 Corinthians 15:31)

PRAYER:

O Lord, I declare that Jesus Christ is Lord over my life. Empower me to obey, surrender, and submit fully, that every area of my life may reflect Your kingdom and glorify Your name, in Jesus Christ’s mighty name. Amen.

REFLECTION:

Luke 22:42 KJV: “Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done.”

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Father, help me to daily surrender my will, decisions, and desires to the Lordship of Jesus Christ, that I may walk in obedience and reflect His authority, in Jesus Christ’s mighty name. Amen. (Luke 9:23; John 14:15)

2. Lord, empower me to practice submission in every area of my life—speech, finances, relationships, and time—so that Your kingdom may be evident in my life, in Jesus Christ’s mighty name. Amen. (Romans 12:1–2; James 4:7)

3. Almighty God, deliver me from pride, self-rule, and selective obedience, and let my heart yield fully to Your direction, that I may experience true transformation and spiritual authority, in Jesus Christ’s mighty name. Amen. (Luke 6:46; Matthew 7:21)

4. Lord, by Your Spirit, grant me the grace to obey Your will even when it is inconvenient, challenging, or contrary to my desires, that Your glory may shine through my life, in Jesus Christ’s mighty name. Amen. (Luke 22:42; 1 Corinthians 15:31)