I think rejection is probably one of the most uncomfortable and painful things we have to deal with as we navigate the maze of human relationships. Whether it's being let down gently in a text by a boyfriend or girlfriend, being talked to rudely by a customer, disregarded by an old friend, criticised by a manager or leader, hurt by your spouse or close friend. Rejection hurts. I mean it really hurts. And it makes us do crazy things. Maybe you're a hedgehog when it comes to conflict so you go into a big stew, put your protective prickles up and shut everyone out. You hide under the covers or go to some destructive behaviour to numb the feeling of hurt. Or you could be a rhino, you react with
It's customary at this time of year to look back and reflect. It's also a time set aside for looking forward. I'd love to share that process with you for a moment. If you know Sian-Lee and I you'll know we aren't really into making a big deal of things or taking too much of the lime light. At the same time it is a really important thing to celebrate what God is doing and has done. As Pete Greig rightly says - "We find faith for the things to come in the celebration of what's already been done". So let's celebrate for a moment. This year as a church community we've had opportunity to pray for many people on the streets, seeing God heal chronic back and shoulder pain, partially deaf ears, and
