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What does it mean?
There are two ultimate groups: those who submit to God's will and those God submits to their own will.
In plain terms
People either accept God's will or end up with their own will.
What can you take from it?
Choose to align with God's will now.

Where it applies

  • spiritual decision making
  • prayer
  • religious study

Putting it to work

  • prayer submission
  • align your life

Questions to consider

  • Whose will are you following?
  • What does submission mean to you?

Another view

It presents a stark binary that may overlook nuanced faith journeys.

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