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Your Question:
What happens when I lose my independence?
Answer:
Losing independence is a difficult concept for many of us to grasp, especially as men. We're often taught to value independence as a sign of strength and maturity, but the Bible tells us a different story. In fact, Paul says that denying our own rights and serving others is a sign of true strength, not weakness. When we lose our independence, we're not losing our individuality or our ability to make decisions. Rather, we're surrendering our right to make decisions unilaterally and submitting to a greater unity. This is what it means to be part of a whole, to be connected to something bigger than ourselves. As the Bible says, "Whoever loses their life will save it" (Luke 9:24). In this sense, losing our independence is not a loss, but a gain. As a pastor, I've seen this play out in the lives of many couples. When husbands and wives learn to submit to each other and prioritize the needs of their spouse, they find a deeper level of freedom and joy. It's not about losing control or autonomy, but about surrendering our independence to a greater good. And as the Bible says, "The Lord delights in you, and your land shall be married... as the bridegroom rejoices over the bride, so shall your God rejoice over you" (Isaiah 62:5). When we surrender our independence, we're not losing our freedom, we're gaining a deeper connection to God and to each other.
Sources:
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
systematic theology
wayne grudem
dogmatic theology
shedd
meaning of marriage
timothy keller
basic christianity
john stott
sacred marriage
gary thomas
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