How to Respond to Rejection as a Christian Entrepreneur

Do you ever struggle with rejection? You’re not alone. What if it's an opportunity to emulate Jesus and respond with grace? Rejection in business can feel personal and painful—but what if it’s actually God’s redirection? In this empowering episode, I'll unpack how to handle 'no's' through the lens of faith. With powerful scripture and practical strategies, you'll learn to reframe rejection as God’s protection, anchor your identity in Christ (not your achievements), and respond with grace and resilience. Whether you’ve faced a client “no,” a missed opportunity, or a closed door you desperately wanted to walk through, this episode will encourage you to trust God’s greater plan and move forward with confidence. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: - Why rejection is often God’s way of protecting you from misaligned opportunities- How to root your identity in Christ instead of your performance- Practical steps to respond to rejection with grace and faith- Encouraging scriptures to strengthen your resilience in business Scripture References for further study: Isaiah 55:8Romans 8:281 Peter 2:9Romans 8:1, 15:7Philippians 1:6 If you’re ready to stop letting rejection derail your confidence and start seeing it as God’s redirection, this episode is for you. 👉 Subscribe to the podcast, share it with a fellow Christian woman in business, and connect with Erin at erinharrigan.com. BIG NEWS! My next book, Redefining Hustle: Navigating Success with Jesus, is publishing in early 2026! Be sure to join my email list for the updates and your exclusive invitation to join the book launch team! YOUR CALL TO ACTIONJump on my email list with the 5 Day Audio Devotional! https://erinharrigan.com/Devotional WORK WITH MESchedule your FREE discovery call to explore working with me: https://erinharrigan.com/discoverycall LET'S BE FRIENDS ON SOCIALLinkedIn: @erinharriganIG: @erindharrigan SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNELhttps://youtube.com/@erinharrigan If this show brings you value, please give it a follow on Apple Podcasts and leave a review. If you listen on Spotify, be sure to click the follow button and the notification bell so you don't miss an episode.