I Have My Rights

I Have My Rights

In the US, we have what’s known as the Bill of Rights. These are rights that are afforded to all US citizens and those who are considered permanent residents of the US. In addition to the Bill of Rights, which are the first ten amendments to the Constitution, there are seventeen more amendments that are inalienable rights. These rights are non-negotiable.

In this passage, Paul is talking about the rights of the believer. But he teaches us that we should not use our rights as a believer to override the rights of our fellow believers. In fact he says that our goal should be to seek the good of others rather than our own good. 

For US Christians, this should be an easy task. If we live a life to please God, then respecting the rights of others becomes a no brainer. 

Is that how you live? Spend time with the Lord today. Ask Him to point out areas in your life where you may be seeking your comfort at the expense of others. When He shows you, change. Here’s today’s Bible verse. Enjoy. 

1 Corinthians 10:23-24

23 “I have the right to do anything,” you say—but not everything is beneficial. “I have the right to do anything”—but not everything is constructive. 24 No one should seek their own good, but the good of others.

Today’s Readings:

1 Corinthians 10:14-33; Psalm 34:11-22; Proverbs 21:14-16