I do not like the term "human rights." While I understand what is behind such a phrase, I would prefer the words "human privileges" be used. I believe that nothing we are given in God's creation comes as a right, but rather as a blessing. Furthermore, the minute something becomes a "right" we risk the danger of ceasing to be thankful for it.
Why is it that believers are so protective of our rights? The world certainly enjoys talking about rights. We all want comfort and success and protection. These are all good things. We want help in the pursuit of all that life offers. We desire that no one be left behind or taken advantage of, at least in principle.
As believers, though we personally want to taste all good things, something else takes a higher priority, namely the will of God. We are slaves, and slaves are the property of another. By definition then, slaves have no rights. We are God's possession, to be used however He sees fit. Paul understood this clearly. Do I?
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