How Should We Respond To Criticism, Slander, And Rejection?
Pastor Vitali Rozhko · Mark 6:1–13 · Oct 25, 2026
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The main point
Real victory over criticism and slander comes from turning our eyes from critics to Christ.
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Jesus has been dishonored in His hometown, yet He keeps teaching, then calls the Twelve and sends them out, warning that some will not receive them. Pastor Vitali returns to Mark 6:1-13 to ask how a Christian should respond to criticism, slander, and rejection. He shows the way is to turn from critics to Christ: go to Him, learn from Him, speak of Him rather than our hurt, obey Him, and live by His power.
For anyone who has been hurt by criticism, gossip, or rejection.
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