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He was despised and rejected-a man of sorrows, acquainted with deepest grief. We turned our backs on him and looked the other way. He was despised and we did not care.
–Isaiah 53:3 (NLT)
DESPISED AND REJECTED
A poem and essay by ILMA
Have you ever experienced being turned down by someone?
It is not pleasant to be around an abusive loved one
When you are despised and rejected by a person
There is no need to justify or find any reason
Look at Jesus who totally understands you
He wants you to follow him so you will be renewed
He died so you can be healed and have the wisdom to see
Why don’t you give up offense and let yourself be free?
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I remembered so many sad and painful experiences as a very young girl. I carried these traumatic experiences with me for over five decades until I finally accepted Christ in my heart and relinquished all power and control to him. For many years, my life’s theme was rejection. I saw everything in the filter of abuse and rejection. Each time I get triggered, I would get offended and felt as if I was despised and rejected. It enslaved me for many years. I believed the lie that the enemy put in my heart and head.
The bible tells us that Jesus himself was despised and rejected and we actually turned our backs on him and looked the other way when we choose sin.
PRAYER
Lord, thank you for saving me.
REFLECTION
How do you think Jesus feels when you reject him?
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