PROVERBS 18:1414 A man's spirit sustains him

in sickness, but a crushed spirit who can bear?

When Do Wounds of the Soul Begin?

What is Rejection?Rejection is a lack of acceptance. A

person who is rejected is not invited to join others, is contradicted when he

speaks, does not fit in and struggles to find a place in a group of people.

When the wounds of rejection have been inflicted on a person’s heart,

THE LORD’S DESIRE IS TO HEAL THEM.

• Identify possible cause(s)• Confront the Past• Identify those who have hurt you

What is Rejection?

• He was rejected in the womb. • He was rejected after birth.• He was rejected by the Jews.• His own disciples rejected him.• His Father rejected him.

Jesus Suffered Rejection For You

God begins the process of true inner healing through

BROKENNESS.

Seeing The Fruit

Steps Toward Healing and Restoration

Steps Toward Healing and Restoration

• FORGIVE WITH ALL OF YOUR HEART those who have offended you.

• DO NOT HOLD ONTO ANYTHING IN YOUR HEART that causes bitterness, resentment, hatred, or rebellion.

Steps Toward Healing and Restoration

• FORGIVE YOURSELF. Romans 8:1 “There is now therefore no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus”

Steps Toward Healing and Restoration

• SURRENDER YOURSELF COMPLETELY TO JESUS. “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”