The World is Going to Try and “Cancel” You and You Need to be Okay with That

 What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? (Romans 8:31).

If we are faithful followers of Jesus, we should expect the world to try and “cancel” us and not become upset by it. Jesus told us these things would happen during the last days (Matthew 24:9). This world hates Jesus and wants nothing to do with the Truth (John 15:18-25), so therefore, it wants nothing to do with those that follow Jesus. However, as followers of Jesus, we still need to stand on our convictions without wavering. We need to be faithful until death (Revelation 2:10).

Do not fret about losing your job, mega-contracts, friends, and some family members. Do not look to the world as a source. Jesus is our source. He provides everything we need and desire (Philippians 4:19-20; Psalm 37:4). Everything belongs to God (Psalm 24:1). There is no lack in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:32). Jesus promises us in His Word that no one can accuse the people that God has chosen. It is God that makes His people in right standing (Romans 8:33). No one can cancel us except for Jesus because He died for our sins (Romans 8:34) – and Jesus did not come to cancel anyone. He came so that we might have life and life more abundantly (John 10:10). When you decide to take a “loss” for Christ, know that all things are working together for your good because you love God and are called according to His purpose (Romans 8:28).

If you lose your job for standing up for what’s right, this could be God’s way of igniting the pilot under you to get you to do what He’s purposed in you.  If God told you years ago to write a book, start a business, go back to school, or leave your career to go into another industry and you have been procrastinating, then this is God’way of getting you on the path to your destiny. So do not worry about those who do evil (Psalm 37:7). Keep your focus on God. Stay faithful. Be obedient and get busy with what Jesus has designed you to do. Relax in His promises and enjoy the many blessings that God has laid out for you in this life (Ephesians 1:3). And continue to support your brothers and sisters in Christ because they are experiencing the same persecution (1 Peter 5:9).

Remember, ladies, Jesus promised never to leave us, nor forsake us, nor fail us (Deuteronomy 31:8). We are more than conquerors (Romans 8:37).

XOXO,

 

Jay