"The submissive man... must submit directly to God on a daily basis, living a 'crucified life' in which he says, 'not my will, but yours be done.' He must also submit to those in his life who have been given authority over him. But there is more. The submissive man must put aside his own will in order to do what is best for those under him, for his family. ...What we mean is that while he sets the pace and directs the affairs of the his household, the godly father will do so in a way that places the family's welfare above his own comfort and convenience. He must often sacrifice for their benefit, saying no to his own desires. This is part of the dying to self...."