Dear God, Unscripted

98. Submission Is NOT Silence: Discovering How To Serve Each Other In Marriage


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Hey fam!
We can’t believe we’ve made it to video Episode 10 of Dear God, Unscripted! We’re talking about a topic that’s challenged both of us—submission in marriage 💍🫱🏾‍🫲🏽.


This conversation is real-time growth. We're still figuring it out, still learning, still getting things wrong and going back to God for clarity. Kiara shares what it felt like to hear "wives, submit to your husbands" before she understood the full picture. And Jordan unpacks what it means to lead not by authority, but through sacrifice and service—like Christ did for the Church.


We also opened the Bible on camera for this one. 📖🙌🏾
We read from Ephesians 5, 1 Peter 3, Matthew 20, and Philippians 2, and we’re reflecting out loud on what it all means for us as a married couple. We’re not experts—just two people who love Jesus and each other, trying to walk this thing out with humility and humor.


Whether you’re married, dating, or just curious about the whole idea of submission, we hope this episode blesses you, stretches you, and gives you something to talk to God about.


📖 Scripture We Opened:

  • Ephesians 5:21–25 – Mutual submission + sacrificial love
  • 1 Peter 3:1–2 – The quiet power of influence
  • Matthew 20:25–28 – Leadership through service
  • Philippians 2:5–8 – Jesus’ example of humility


Discussion Questions for Couples: 

  1. What does submission look like in our relationship right now?Are there moments where it’s difficult to trust or yield? Where have we seen submission (from either partner) bring peace or growth?
  2. How are we serving each other—practically and spiritually?Reflect on recent moments where one of you led through service. Are there areas where either of you could be more intentional about serving the other?
  3. Are we creating a safe space to ask questions and still trust each other’s leadership?How do we handle disagreements or concerns? Do we feel heard and supported?
  4. What does “submission to God” look like for each of us individually?Before we can submit to one another in marriage, are we both actively seeking God’s voice and direction? How can we support each other’s spiritual growth?


🗣️ Jump in the comments and let us know what submission means to you—or what you’re still figuring out 💬👂🏾


🎧 Chapter Breakdown:

00:00 | We’re Back! Episode 10 & Still Unsure (But Grateful)
01:57 | “Submit to Who?!” – Our First Honest Thoughts on Submission
07:20 | Let’s Open the Bible Together (For Real This Time)
15:11 | Not the Boss Metaphor! (Submission vs. Work Culture)
22:43 | From Struggle to Trust – How We’re Learning to Yield
28:34 | Groom Vibes or Husband Heart? A Call to Sacrifice
33:28 | Love Looks Like Service – Celebrating Each Other’s Growth
36:49 | We're Still Learning – And That’s the Point



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🎵 Vibes (Intro/Outro/Transition Music): Laidback Lo Fi Hip Hop (License Code: ASLC-3D727B89-82AD9A1065)


Thanks for watching!  🙏🏽

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