Sermons on Rejects:

Dealing With Rejection In Evangelism Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025

Rejection in evangelism is inevitable, but it should not discourage us from sharing the gospel. Jesus Himself was rejected, and He warned us that we would face the same. However, we must remain faithful, knowing that we are planting seeds that God will water in His time.

DEALING WITH REJECTION IN EVANGELISM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 10:14 "And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear your words, when ye depart out of that house or city, shake off the dust of your feet." Supporting Texts: John 15:18-20, Luke 10:16, Acts 13:50-51, 2 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:14, John 15:18-20, Luke 10:16, Acts 13:50-51

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rebellion Leads To Rejection

Contributed by Darell Houseton on Nov 6, 2020

Saul controlled his fate. He could have stayed on course and followed the Instruction given him by God through Samuel, but instead he gave us an example of the RESULTS OF REBELLION, and REBELLED against the Lord’s command.

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:24-28New International Version (NIV) 24 Then Saul said to Samuel, “I have sinned. I violated the Lord’s command and your instructions. I was afraid of the men and so I gave in to them. 25 Now I beg you, forgive my sin and come back with me, so that I may worship the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:24-28

David Rejected By The Philistines Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 1, 2019

First Samuel 29:1-11 shows us that the Lord always preserves his own people, even when they act foolishly.

Scripture In our study of the life of David, we have noted that the final few chapters of First Samuel are not in chronological order. They are arranged thematically. Chapter 27 shows us David’s dilemma, caused by his temporary faithlessness. Chapter 28 shows us Saul’s dilemma, caused by his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 29:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Joseph: Rejected But Respected Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 11, 2022

The life of Joseph, son of Jacob, is one of the most interesting in the Bible. This message is mostly a summary of his life, from slave to sovereign to sustainer. Don't we all wish there were more Josephs!

Introduction: What comes to mind when you think about Joseph, son of Jacob? Many of us, including me, tend to think first of his “coat of many colors” and his dreams. That’s true, but that’s only part of the story. In fact, Joseph spent several years away from his family in a foreign land, rising ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:25-28, Genesis 41:38-45

Denomination: Baptist

Receiving And Rejecting The Light

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 17, 2021

John tells us in the prologue of his Gospel that the Light of Jesus Christ shines in the darkness that represents the sins of humanity. Some turn to the Light and others reject it, missing out on the blessings of salvation and eternal life.

In the prologue to his Gospel, John presents the Lord Jesus Christ as "the Light" that shines in darkness, and that it was John the Baptist who bore witness of His Light. The Light of Christ is offered to everyone, yet not all wanted the Light of Christ to shine upon them, and they ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-13, John 3:19-20, John 7:40-43, Acts 4:12, Acts 16:30-31, Romans 10:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming The Spirit Of Rejection Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Apr 4, 2016

Rejection can have a devastating effect upon the lives of people with scars that they will carry as they mature. In this message, we will learn how Jephthah overcame rejection and rose up to be the next Judge of Isarel.

Rejection means to cast aside; to throw away; to put side. It can refer to a person or a thing as if not up to some standard. When you reject a person, it shows him or her that he is unacceptable, of no value, doesn't belong, unwanted, can't fit in and unloved. Rejection communicates this message ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Responding To Rejection And Hostility Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025

Rejection, especially after genuine efforts to do good, can be deeply painful. But 2 Samuel 10 shows us that our response matters more than the offence itself.

RESPONDING TO REJECTION AND HOSTILITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 10:1-19 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:18-21, Matthew 5:44, Psalm 35:1, Isaiah 54:17, Proverbs 26:4-5 INTRODUCTION: 2 Samuel 10 presents a significant lesson in how acts of kindness can be misinterpreted and even met ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 10:1-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rejecting A Grasshopper Mentality PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

This sermon encourages us to focus on God's promises, love, and power, rather than our fears and problems, reminding us that we are God's children.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a blessing to be here with you today. We gather in love, in faith, in hope. We gather to share the word of God. To listen. To learn. To grow. Our Scripture today comes from the book of Numbers. Chapter 13, verse 33. It reads, "We saw the Nephilim there (the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:33

Topics: Promise, Problem

Who’s Winning? - 1 Peter 2:6-8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 10, 2024

Even in human rejection God wins. God always wins, and those who trust in the Cornerstone cannot lose. But those who reject Him cannot win.

Peter 2:4 As you come to him, the living Stone--rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to him-- 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. 6 For in Scripture it says: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:6-8

Acceptance Or Rejection Of John The Baptist And Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Mar 21, 2017

Jesus was saying that His own generation was a childish generation. By childish He meant perverse. They turned away from that which was right and good to that which was corruptible. They were just wrong-headed, mindless, and contrary.

Introduction A. A man and his wife were making their first doctor visit prior to the birth of their first child. After everything checked out, the doctor took a small stamp and stamped the wife's stomach with indelible ink. The couple was curious about what the stamp was for, so when they got ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-27

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Rejected Him? Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 25, 2023

Jesus is the cornerstone of our faith. Rejecting Him is like rejecting the foundation of a building. We must repent for the times we've rejected Him and accept Him as our foundation.

Have you ever been ghosted? You know, when someone just stops responding to your texts or calls? It's a bummer, right? Well, today we're going to talk about a time when Jesus got ghosted, big time. Well, today we're going to talk about a time when Jesus got ghosted, big time. Jesus tells this wild ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Topics: Faith, Salvation, Redemption, Messiah

Brush It Off And Move On - Dealing With Rejection

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jun 27, 2018

This sermon deals with the reality of Rejection and How to handle it. Jesus faced rejection. His disciples faced rejection. We will have to face rejection. What is the best way for us to handle rejection?

Scripture: Mark 6:1 - 13 (Call to worship - Psalm 48) Theme: Rejection - How do Deal With It Title: Brush It Off and Move On - Dealing with Rejection This sermon deals with the reality of Rejection and How to handle it. Jesus faced rejection. His disciples faced rejection. We will face ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Rejected On Earth. Accepted In Heaven

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 26, 2014

Jesus rejected in Nazareth - PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). They Are Offended By Jesus (vs 57a). (2). They Dishonoured Jesus (vs 57b). (3). They Refuse To Believe In Jesus (vs 58). SERMON BODY: Ill: • George Campbell Morgan (9 December 1863 – 16 May 1945); • Was a British evangelist, preacher and a leading Bible ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:53-58

Denomination: Brethren

Sermon # 42 - Rejection To Restoration Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 6, 2025

Rejection is painful, but interestingly those who are rejected by men are the ones whom God joyfully embraces to fulfill His plans and His purposes. The bible is full of examples of such people who though rejected by men were restored and honored by God.

Today’s meditation is taken from Matthew 21:42, Jesus said to them, "Haven't you ever read what the Scriptures say? 'The stone which the builders rejected as worthless turned out to be the most important of all. This was done by the Lord; what a wonderful sight it is!' (GNB) There ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:26, Judges 11:1-6, 1 Samuel 16:1, 1 Samuel 16:6, 1 Samuel 16:8, 1 Samuel 16:10-11, Genesis 37:20, Genesis 42:6, Matthew 21:42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Will You Reject My Counsel?

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 15, 2002

God offers counselling, but many are rejecting it today.

JER. 42:19-22 "WILL YOU REJECT MY COUNSEL?" * I have sat in my office, in my home, and in other people’s homes and counseled with them. * I always try to give them advise as to what the Bible has to say about their problem. A) Some people take my advise, and some don’t. * I have counseled about ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 42:19-22

Denomination: Baptist