Why is it important to submit to Christ according to the sermon?
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Submitting to Christ is essential because it acknowledges that He has already accomplished salvation, and we must rely on His righteousness.
The sermon emphasizes that merely being called to Christ is not enough; one must submit to His completed work for it to be effectual. Salvation is based not on human deeds or decisions but on Christ's finished work on the cross. When individuals come to Christ without the wedding garment, symbolizing His righteousness, they imply that their own righteousness is sufficient, which ultimately leads to rejection. In Romans 10, Paul clarifies that true faith involves submitting to God's righteousness rather than attempting to establish one's own, which aligns with the message of the parable where many are called, but few are chosen.
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