Dealing with Rejection
Not everyone will accept us for who we are and not everyone will appreciate our gifts and talents. In fact, it can be the main reason why some people will resent us. Jesus was our example and the more miracles that he performed, the more the Pharisees hated him. In fact, He came unto his own and his own people did not receive or accept him. But to those that received Jesus he gave power to become the sons of God. The sons were not necessarily born of flesh and blood but of God. (John 1:11-13)
The reality is that our gifts can cause some people to feel insecure and resentful. We are all gifted and talented in different ways but insecurities can cause us to not accept and appreciate what we have been given. Instead of nurturing what God has given to us and relying on him to maximize our potential, we can waste precious time being envious of another person’s gift.
Let us examine how Jesus responded when the Jews and Pharisees resented him. He went to those who would receive him and to them he gave power. Do not waste your time waiting and wishing for acceptance from people. Some people don’t even accept themselves and can easily translate their insecurities and self hatred unto others. Surround yourself with people who appreciate and accept what you have to offer. Your gifts and talents were made for a purpose and you were created to bless others. Find out where your gifts can be used and focus on using your gifts in that area.
“So do not let what you regard as good be spoken of as evil.” (Romans 14:16)
A.P.-Y
Published by Anneta Pinto-Young
I am a trained Social Worker who currently provides professional leadership on a programme to support Social Work students and Newly Qualified Social Workers entering the Social Work Profession.
Born and raised in Jamaica in a Christian family where my father is an ordained Pastor and Deacon who has served for over 50 years in the ministry. My father is also a trained musician and our family can be described as a musical family. I grew up in a small farming community in St. Peter’s, St. Andrew and my parents also have a small farm.
I credit my gift of writing to my father who I watched and listened to over the years as he wrote sermons, poems and other recitals in his capacity in ministry. English has always been an easy subject for me and over the years I have developed an increased interest in writing.
I am a Trainer, I sing and have a passion for worship, the spoken word and the free flow of the prophetic anointing. I am married to my best friend Andrew Christopher Young who is an advanced Musician and whose music you can find on YouTube and Facebook. I am a trained Coach and Mentor and I love experimenting with food so I love cooking. I enjoy trying cultural dishes from across the world and I view food as an entry into cultures and languages.
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December 12, 2020December 12, 2020
