Friday, January 20, 2012
FRIDAY, JANUARY 20, 2012 -- DEALING WITH SELF-REJECTION (4)
Many circumstances in life can turn us in the direction of feeling rejected. Some of those include: Hurtful words -- “I don’t want you”, the death of a loved one, divorce, abuse (which seems to be the abuser saying "you aren't worth anything more than what I need for my gratification"), guilt about past mistakes or sins, neglect, comparing, or even a physical deformity (real or perceived.)
We can begin to recognize where feelings of rejection are impacting our lives when we feel like: we cannot accept ourselves as we are; feel like we cannot live up to anyone's expectations; live in fear of what others will think or how they will respond to what we do; don't dare to love or let ourselves be loved; easily get hurt or angered by the words or responses of others; often feel disconnected, inferior, not-quite-good-enough.
At some point, each of us will experience some form of rejection. God has an affirming and empowering solution for those moments. God speaks belonging and worth into us every day. As we listen to His voice, His words, His understanding of who we are, and apply that to your hearts, whatever another person says or does will no longer have control over us. It's time to reject rejection and affirm the belonging and acceptance that Jesus speaks over us today and every day.
1-4 But now, God's Message, the God who made you in the first place, the One who got you started,: "Don't be afraid, I've redeemed you. I've called your name. You're mine. When you're in over your head, I'll be there with you. When you're in rough waters, you will not go down. When you're between a rock and a hard place, it won't be a dead end—Because I am God, your personal God, The Holy of Israel, your Savior. I paid a huge price for you ... That's how much you mean to me! That's how much I love you! I'd sell off the whole world to get you back, trade the creation just for you. (Isaiah 43:1-4 MSG)
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There is a term in manufacturing that refers to a product that comes off the line as "sub-standard". Seconds they are called.
Could be a flaw in the material or construction, or even a tiny impurity that found its way into the vat of dye.
There are no "Seconds" in God's plant. He is a careful artist and each of His pieces is unique and masterfully done. He has never gone "back to the drawing board". He always gets it right the first time.
So why do I feel like a "Second" sometimes? Usually because the frame I am in doesn't quite fit. Perhaps I have been placed in an unsuitable place. Mostly I think it is because I have no idea what God had in mind when He looked at this piece of work and said "It is good."
Here I am, Lord. What's the job? Help me do it. Let me know when it is done and I am ready for the next.
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