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Facing Rejection With Courage

Facing Rejection with Courage

In his book The Prophet in the Wilderness, Ken Cox writes:

“Some prophets say, ‘Lord, You know how I hate rejection—how I go out of my way to avoid being or feeling rejected. Help me to grow out of it.’ As prophets, we need to pray for God to give us courage to face those who distrust, dislike, or resent us for whatever reason. There are those who look down on you, who think they have you figured out. Ask God to help you love them while refusing to compromise your integrity. Ask God to forgive you where you’ve been afraid.”

I was reading this book this morning, and when I came across this paragraph, it jumped off the page. While the book is specifically written for prophets, the truth of this message stretches beyond the prophetic call—it’s a word for all believers.

In today’s world, simply being a Christian can invite rejection and even persecution. The moment you choose to stand for truth or walk in obedience, you may find yourself facing misunderstanding, resistance, or outright hostility.

It reminded me of when the Apostle Paul shared about his suffering. He wasn’t boasting or complaining—he was encouraging. He wanted believers to know that they weren’t alone in their trials. There’s something strangely strengthening about that. When we know others are also enduring hardship, it gives us renewed resolve. We realize that we’re part of something much larger, and we gain the courage to keep pressing on.

Rejection hurts, but we don’t face it alone. We can ask God to strengthen us, to help us love those who oppose us, and to never shrink back in fear. Integrity matters. And so does compassion.

May we be people who walk boldly, love deeply, and never forget that we are not alone in this walk of faith.

Ordained by God – Set Apart by Grace

Ordination: A Calling Valid, Though Unconventional

Ordained by God—Set Apart by Grace

I’ve always wished that life, especially life in the Kingdom, came with clear instructions. But more often than not, the ways of God are beautifully unconventional, and His instructions are written deep within the heart, not printed on the surface.

My journey into ministry didn’t follow traditional lines. I knew as a child that I was called to serve God. With the eyes of a child, I envisioned myself doing what I saw my beloved pastor do—wearing the long robe, leading the congregation, and quietly saying, “Bow your heads and let us pray.” I loved the peace that would settle over the church.

As I grew, the robe and the imagery faded, but the desire for the Word of God only deepened. I longed for the day I could spend hours studying Scripture. After graduating high school, I led my first church service at just 18 years old. Shortly afterward, I was brought before the elders of the United Presbyterian Church and commissioned for the pastorate. They even arranged for me to attend a Spirit-filled college to prepare for ministry.

But I failed them. Continue reading

Dutch Sheets: God Performs His Word Through People

God Performs His Word Through People

By Dutch Sheets (Polished Adaptation)

After Jeremiah receives his prophetic commission, he records:

“Then the Lord said to me, ‘You have seen well, for I am watching over My word to perform it’” (Jeremiah 1:12).

Please don’t miss this vital truth:

God’s Word—what He watches over to perform—was going to be spoken through a human being. As verses 16–17 confirm:

“I will pronounce My judgments on them… Arise and speak to them all which I command you.”

The pattern is unmistakable: God’s Word, declared through human vessels. This has always been His way.

Consider Hosea 6:5: Continue reading

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