The relations between nations and among individuals in all ages clearly indicate that the principal cause of dissensions is inordinate desires rooted in human nature. As a result of these inordinate desires, human rights have been trampled upon to satisfy man's lust for pleasure and power, corrupting those in authority and oppressing the weak and helpless. It is necessary for us to become more convinced that we are merely God's instruments in fulfilling His divine purpose in giving us a share in His authority, respecting the rights of others and using His gifts to us to serve rather than be served.

The example and teaching of Jesus in this respect illustrate the attitude of humility and service rather than that of pride and self-satisfaction. Having divested Himself of His Godhead, the Son of God became the "suffering servant of Yahweh," offering His life to put all humankind right with His heavenly Father. He taught us to serve, especially the poor and the needy, doing to the least of human beings as though it were done to God Himself.