... you are a chosen race ... that you may proclaim ... him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.

1 Peter 2:9

Many people in our neighborhood now work from home. They daily order supplies that will make their lives easier. Thus, there is a steady stream of trucks delivering packages, groceries, and other supplies every day. The children eagerly watch each truck in hopes they can exclaim: “For me?”

As Christians we feel great joy, too, when we realize that God’s plan of salvation is FOR US! In 1 Peter 2:9 we read that we are God’s chosen people. He sent his son, Jesus to be OUR Savior. We belong to him. We can daily rejoice, thank him, and declare the praises of our loving God.

Donna Bobb
Carmel, IN

Dear Gracious Father, thank you for choosing me to be your dear child. Help me live each day in thankfulness and joy. Help me always remember that you chose me! Amen.

Reflect: Pray daily, “Take My Life and Let It Be” (TLH 400; LSB 783)

Read: Romans 12:1-2 and 2 Corinthians 5:15