Demanding rights will not solve any problems

DEMANDING RIGHTS WILL NOT SOLVE ANY PROBLEMS

Many times, when we human beings have a need, the first thing we do is demand for our rights to be met. But, does that method really work? Let’s see what we have to do to satisfy our needs:

1. Come into agreement: the first thing we should do is agree that the most important thing at home is to quickly solve every problem with love, respect and dignity.

The Bible says:

“Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind and purpose.” Philippians 2:2 NLT

2. Renounce your rights: both of you must learn to renounce your rights. Do not selfishly demand what you deserve. Usually, that will have a negative effect, because the other person will think that you are ignoring their feelings and their rights.

The Bible says:

“Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves.” Philippians 2:3 NLT

3. Value other people. Ask yourself, what can I do for my spouse? Instead of asking, what can they do for me? What can I offer my colleagues, children or friends?

The Bible says:

“Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.” Philippians 2:3-4 NLT

If both of you have this attitude, then you will see that the difficulties at home are not a tragedy. There will always be “problems” but they will not be harmful, because you have learned to easily solve them before they become “actual problems”.

Think about it:

Have you been demanding rights lately? Has your demanding attitude worked?
What can you do for another person instead of demanding your needs?