Responding to Rejection

In this powerful message, we're challenged to confront the reality of rejection in our lives and how we respond to it as Christians. The central story revolves around Jesus' experience in John 6:59-71, where many of His disciples left Him after a difficult teaching. This narrative reminds us that even Jesus faced rejection, yet He remained steadfast in His mission. The key lesson here is that our identity and worth are not defined by others' acceptance, but by our relationship with Christ. We're encouraged to look to Jesus in our setbacks, remembering that what we perceive as failure is often just a stepping stone to something greater when we're living for God's glory. This message urges us to examine our 'crew' - those we surround ourselves with - and to always turn to Christ in times of rejection or disappointment. By focusing on our acceptance in Christ, we can face worldly rejection with confidence and faith.