Release of Rights

We live in a world full of rights. Our particular culture is one in which we take pride in our rights. As a matter of fact, the rights of individuals are in our Constitution. As we see the demand for individual rights increase, we see much of the moral fiber of our society decrease. Jesus laid down His right to comfort, His right to authority, His right to be recognized as good and wise and all-knowing. He became a man so that He could serve, not be served. For this trip, I want to lay down many of the privileges to which I have grown accustomed. These rights may seem entirely reasonable, but on a mission trip, insistence on them can cause dissension.

So while in Africa, I give up my right to ...

A comfortable bed.
Having three meals a day.
Having familiar food.
Dressing fashionably.
Try to control others.
Try to control my circumstances.
Having pleasant circumstances circumstances.
Taking up offense.
Being successful.
Being understood.
Being heard.
Being right.

I give God permission to do anything He wishes in me, with me, through me, by me, or to me for the purpose of glorifying Him.