Luke 6:22 (KJV)

22 Blessed are ye, when men shall hate you, and when they shall separate you from their company, and shall reproach you, and cast out your name as evil, for the Son of man’s sake.


These scriptures tell us that we are blessed when people hate us. It sounds strange doesn't it? How can you be blessed when you’re being hated or excluded?

We've all experienced rejection because of our faith, especially from family members. When we think of blessings, we think positive things according to our standards.

Being praised, loving each other, having wealth, and even material things.

But Jesus flips the script on what the world considers blessings. He says that when you face rejection because of Him, you are actually in a blessed position.

When people reject the gospel and hate you because you claim to be righteous, that is considered a blessing to God. How can this be?  Facing harsh criticism or even being labeled as something you’re not is a curse, not a blessing. So what does this mean?

It's because when we are rejected, God is accepted. We cannot turn to God when we have others to depend on. 
It's easier to depend on your spouse, colleagues, children, and other family members above God. 
God allows this rejection so that we can only turn to him.

It's truly a blessing because God doesn't want to lose you. He wants us to rely and depend solely on him. God never wants us to go elsewhere for love, hope, and peace because he is the source of it.

Satan makes us question if this pain is even worth it. But remember, Jesus faced the ultimate rejection and understands exactly what you’re going through.

Jesus went through so much trial and tribulation to deliver this precious Gospel to us. How thankful it is to align ourselves with Jesus' own experiences. God is calling us worthy enough to walk the path that Jesus and the disciples did. 

He's showing us that your worth isn’t defined by how others treat, accept, or praise you. It’s defined by how God sees you. He calls us blessed when rejected for Jesus' sake. 

When you face rejection, you can lean on Jesus more. It's truly an honor to be on the side of Jesus. Those who are wicked claim to be sinners and under a false humility, they judge others.

God also blessed them through Jesus but they fail to realize it. It's truly sad to see so many people rejecting this gospel of salvation. 

We are testifying the power of Jesus even when faced with rejection. Although you may not see it now, your faith becomes a powerful witness to others.
It is opening doors for others to see Jesus in you. In God's time, they will gravitate towards you because of the faith they see in you.

Always remember that your identity is in Him, not how others perceive you. AMEN!