In her book "Discipline: The Glad Surrender," Elisabeth Elliot expresses a fundamental difference in focus within Christianity compared to modern rights-based ideologies. She argues that Christianity prioritizes righteousness and honor over concepts of equality and personal rights. This perspective shifts the emphasis from individual entitlement to the moral obligations we have towards others.

Elliot emphasizes that a true Christian approach involves understanding what we owe to others rather than what we believe is owed to us. This outlook fosters a spirit of service and selflessness, encouraging individuals to cultivate a sense of responsibility towards their neighbors rather than fixating on their own needs or claims.