In the past, how have you responded to rejection? Have you allowed hurts and the brokenness of your spirit to keep you awake night after night? Jesus came to heal your broken spirit, and to pour the balm of His love into all those wounds...but there are still more challenges ahead. As you move out to minister Christs life to an abused and pain-wracked world, you may have to be prepared to meet the worst rejections you have ever felt from those you love the most. Why? Perhaps they are afraid of Christs life in you, or they prefer to live in darkness. They could be jealous over your spiritual gifts, or a misunderstanding of what Christs love is all about. Regardless of the reason, rejection can come with the territory. The Apostle Paul felt this intensely, saying, I will gladly spend myself and all I have for you, even though it seems that the more I love you, the less you love me. (2 Corinthians 12:15, NLT). And, Jesus also lamented, O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, the city that kills the prophets and stones Gods messengers! How often I have wanted to gather your children together as a hen protects her chicks beneath her wings, but you wouldnt let me. (Matthew 23:37, NLT). My prayer for you tonight is first, that the Father will heal any wounds suffered from past rejection, and second, that He will equip and strengthen you to overcome any future hurts you may suffer for His Names sake .Amen.
Posted on: Sat, 27 Sep 2014 20:41:04 +0000
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