As a young child, my parents moved to Upstate New York to start a new church. There were few Restoration Movement churches in New York and this was where God called my parents to minister. Although it sounds a little strange, I grew up on the mission field…there is much I could share about this, but maybe another day.

The song I share with you today was one that I heard a lot. It was a chorus we’d sing at youth group or camp. But in my search for these words, I’ve found there’s a whole song to go with it! Verses and all!

So as I listen to this new-found treasure, I’m reminded of what God calls me to. He might call me to do something on the mission field. He might call me to walk a path that I might not choose for myself. But through it all, God asks me to submission. He calls each of us to submission.

As I read through these words, I see some defining ideas for submission. Drawing close to God. Trusting God regardless of what may happen. Allowing God to guide and choose. Bearing burdens unafraid. Yielding.

This isn’t the sum of submission, but it is a portion. And when we can sing (or speak) the words of the chorus, we’ve come to understand submission.

You may not be at the point where this song leads today. But you certainly can work toward it. I pray that you’ll take a few moments to reflect on where you are in your walk with God and ask yourself if these are words you are able to speak.

What I know is that this is where I want to be. I may not act this way 100% of the time, but I sure want to. And the good news is that as I give God little pieces of myself, He gives me the courage and strength to share even more. It can be the same for you.

Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to find any acknowledgement of who wrote this hymn or when it was written. If you know, please share. I’d love to give credit where credit is due.

So please take a look at the lyrics to “Submission” and click on the link below to listen to this oldie but goodie. I’ve so enjoyed it today!

“Submission”

The path that I have trod has brought me close to God
Though oft it led through waters deep
Though not the way I’d choose in my way I might lose
The joy that yet for me awaits

Chorus:

Not what I wish to be nor where I wish to go
For who am I that I should choose my way
My Lord shall choose for me tis better far I know
So let Him bid me go or stay

The cross that I must bear if I a crown would wear
Is not the cross that I would take
But if on me it’s laid I’ll take it unafraid
And bear it for the masters sake

(Chorus)

Submission to the will of Him who loves me still
Is surety of His love revealed
My soul shall rise above the world in which I move
I conquer only when I yield

(Chorus)

Click here to listen to this melody.

Grace and peace be yours in abundance,

Donna