When You Are Blessed, Not Everyone Will Cheer
When God blesses you, don’t expect a standing ovation. Some people will love you until you start winning. Then suddenly, they become distant, dismissive, even resentful.
Why?
Because your success exposes their self-doubt. The favorless always resent the favored.
If you’ve ever felt like people pulled away just when things were going well—you’re not alone. This isn’t a new problem. It’s an old story, one that dates back to the Torah itself.
The Story of Joseph: When Big Dreams Invite Big Resistance
Joseph had a dream—a vision of his future. A future where he would rise to greatness, lead nations, and change lives.
But the moment he shared it?
His own brothers turned on him.
Not because he did anything wrong. Not because he harmed them. But because they saw what he COULD become.
✅ Small minds attack big dreams.
✅ Insecure people fear those who rise.
✅ When you shine, others will feel exposed.
Joseph’s brothers threw him in a pit. They sold him into slavery. They did everything they could to silence his potential.
But did that stop his destiny?
Not a chance.
Because when God has a plan for you—NO ONE can take it away.
Joseph went from the pit to the palace, from slavery to sovereignty.
Because favor isn’t given by people—it’s given by God.
Alyssa & Josh: A Love Story That Faced Resistance
When I officiated the Jewish wedding ceremony of Alyssa and Josh in Toronto, their journey reminded me of Joseph’s story.
Alyssa and Josh had a love that was pure, strong, and deeply rooted in Jewish values. They were building a future together—a future filled with faith, love, and commitment.
But not everyone celebrated their love.
Some people whispered.
Some doubted.
Some even told them they were making a mistake.
Why?
Because their happiness made others question their own relationships. Their commitment highlighted other people’s fears of commitment. Their joy revealed the emptiness in others’ lives.
But instead of letting negativity shake them, Alyssa and Josh did what Joseph did—they rose above it.
At their Jewish wedding reception, as they danced the Jewish Wedding Hora under the Jewish wedding chuppah, I saw something remarkable:
They weren’t just celebrating a marriage.
They were celebrating resilience.
Because true love doesn’t need outside approval.
Just like Joseph’s destiny wasn’t decided by his brothers, Alyssa and Josh’s happiness wasn’t dependent on anyone else’s opinion.
The Lesson: When You Are Chosen, You Will Be Tested
If you’re reading this, chances are—you’ve felt what Joseph, Alyssa, and Josh felt.
Maybe you’ve:
✔ Been doubted when you tried to build something meaningful.
✔ Lost friends when you decided to pursue a better life.
✔ Felt judged for choosing happiness over conformity.
Here’s the truth: You will be tested.
• Not everyone will clap when you win.
• Not everyone will support your choices.
• Not everyone will be happy to see you succeed.
And that’s okay.
Because their approval isn’t required for your destiny.
How Jewish Wedding Traditions Teach Us to Rise Above
At every Jewish wedding ceremony, we see the power of resilience, faith, and commitment.
1️⃣ The Jewish Wedding Chuppah: A Symbol of Strength
The chuppah represents the home that a couple builds together. It’s open on all sides, symbolizing hospitality and inclusion.
But the key lesson?
The strength of a home isn’t how others see it—it’s how the couple builds it.
Your marriage, your success, your happiness? They are built from the inside out—not the outside in.
2️⃣ The Jewish Wedding Ketubah: A Reminder of Commitment
The ketubah is more than just a document—it’s a declaration of values.
Alyssa and Josh’s ketubah wasn’t written to please outsiders. It wasn’t signed for public approval.
It was about their sacred promise to each other.
Your life should be the same.
Don’t write your story to impress the world.
Write it based on what matters to you.
3️⃣ The Jewish Wedding Dance (Hora): A Celebration of Rising Above
During the Jewish wedding celebrations, couples are lifted high above the crowd in chairs.
This moment is a perfect metaphor for life.
When you rise:
👎 Some people will want to bring you back down.
👍 But the right people will lift you higher.
Choose your circle wisely.
Final Thought: Keep Rising, No Matter Who Tries to Stop You
If Joseph let his brothers’ jealousy stop him, he never would have become a leader.
If Alyssa and Josh let doubters shake them, they wouldn’t have built a strong marriage.
If YOU let the opinions of others control you, you’ll never reach your full potential.
So today, make a choice:
✅ Stand tall in your faith.
✅ Walk boldly toward your dreams.
✅ Surround yourself with people who lift you, not drag you down.
Because when you are favored, tested, and chosen—you rise anyway.
Your Turn: What’s Holding You Back?
Drop a comment below:
📌 Have you ever felt resistance when stepping into something great?
📌 How did you overcome the doubts of others?
If you’re ready to build a future where your confidence isn’t dependent on approval, let’s connect.
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