Obey them so that their work will be a joy, not a burden, for that would be of no advantage to you. Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king. Slaves, submit yourselves to your masters with all respect, not only to those who are good and considerate, but also to those who are harsh. Therefore, since Christ suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same mind, for he who has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin, that he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh for the lusts of men, but for the will of God. It is no accident that Christ s last service to the disciples was washing their feet.
Submission is an act of faith.
We are trusting God to work things out according to his purposes and in his own timing. We are afraid that we will be taken advantage of but trust God to make things work out. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. The beauty of submission is that it creates an attitude where people can work through their problems for the benefit of all. Be self-controlled and alert.