Everyone has both acceptance and rejection experiences in life. We enjoy the moments of being accepted. But, the human acceptance is limited and not constant. Many carry the inner wounds of undealt rejection-experiences. When rejected, one goes through the feelings of not belonging, not worthy and not competent. 'Being rejected' is not in our hands, but 'feeling rejected' can be guarded against. We, any time, belong to God, the Father as HIS beloved sons/daughters. We, any time, are worthy through Jesus, our Saviour. We, any time, are competent in the Holy Spirit. This is to be our constant focus than seeking belongingness, worthiness and competence here and there. People and situations in life can be changed, but God is unchanging. Feeling at home with God is the most secure home-experience and there alone lies the real acceptance-experience.
Prayer :
O my beloved God, thank YOU for accepting me as I am. I cherish YOUR unchanging and genuine acceptance of the person of me. Even when I am rejected, I am not going to feel rejected because it is only YOUR acceptance that matters for me. Abba, Jesus, Holy Spirit, please let me have a taste of being connected with you.
Big difference between feeling & being rejected! God is great:-) Nice article.
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God is great:-)