It seems attacks have been coming from all sides the last few days. The more I try to defend and explain my position the more misunderstanding enters my life. As I laid on the couch last night sulking in self-pity the Lord reminded me that part of surrender is surrendering my right to be understood. Hmmm....not exactly the comfort I was looking for but definitely the comfort I needed. Below is a list of "rights" that must be surrendered if we are going to truly walk in humility before Him.
My right to be understood
My right to possessions
My right to have acceptance
My right to be successful
My right to have pleasant circumstances
My right to presume on the will of God
My right to life itself
My right to beauty or strength
My right to have friendships
My right to be heard
My right to take up offense
My right to be right...ouch!
Certainly not a comprehensive list but I think you get the idea. How much better we would get along if we all just released our right to have rights and surrendered all to Jesus.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
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