Chosen

“But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvellous light; who once were not a people but are now the people of God, who had not obtained mercy but now have obtained mercy.”
— 1 Peter 2:9–10

Living Chosen

When the Lord Jesus Christ chose us in Him, He did not make any mistakes.

He called us out of darkness into His marvellous light, and He expects us to grow and make every effort to live as the priests of God.

1. Live in Prayer

Always model a life of prayer and action, continually communicating with the Lord, talking with Him, communing with Him and abiding in Him.

Prayer should not simply be something we do at certain times. We are called to walk with God throughout our day, continually keeping our hearts open to Him.

2. Live Holy

Live separate from the ways of the world, keeping your spirit, soul and body clean.

Flee from fornication, idolatry and anything that pulls your heart away from God. Live a pure, wholesome life, walking in divine love and purity.

If there are ungodly relationships or influences that need to be removed from your life, do not hold onto them. Nothing is worth losing your walk with God or compromising your relationship with Him.

3. Proclaim His Praises

Be ready to proclaim the goodness of God in your life every day.

Every small battle you win, every small door the Lord opens, every answer to prayer, these are opportunities to praise Him.

Let life and good words always be on the tip of your tongue.

4. We have obtained mercy!
Our old life was dead.
Always find a reason to bless the Lord. Live in gratitude, thanksgiving and praise.

Never let your heart become hard. Never let your mouth become silent when it comes to your Lord and Saviour.

Live grateful to the very end.

Beloved

It is good to meditate on this Scripture and remember that God called us out of darkness into His marvellous light.

He chose us.
He saved us.
He loved us.
He showed us mercy.

May you carry the hope of our God and Saviour, and may you be encouraged and strengthened as you continue to walk with Him.

So let us live as His chosen people. Bless the Lord. I say again, bless the Lord!

We are a chosen generation
We’ve been called forth to show His excellence
All I require for life, God has given me
And I know who I am
We are a chosen generation
We’ve been called forth to show His excellence
All I require for life, God has given me
For I know who I am. [Sinach Song Lyrics.