October 1

A CHOSEN GENERATION

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 marvelous light. – 1 Peter 2:9

You are a chosen generation! This means that you have been called according to God’s purpose, and predestined to become like Jesus Christ. You have been rescued from the dominion of darkness and brought into the kingdom of God’s Son. You now belong to God totally; you are God’s own special possession (Romans 8:28-30, Colossians 1:13).

A chosen generation are those who are called to follow the Lord. They are His disciples (committed followers) and they are called to walk in His marvellous light. Jesus said to His disciples: ‘You are the light of the world’ (Matthew 5:14). Why are you called the light of the world? Because you have received Jesus Christ as your Lord! You now have the light of life living inside of you (John 8:12, 1:4). You are the light because you are the chosen representative of Jesus Christ in your world. You have been chosen to proclaim and show forth the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvellous light. You now represent Him!

It is light that shines in the darkness that overcomes! (John 1:5). This is why you have to let your light shine in all you do (Matthew 5:14-16). A chosen generation is a generation of true believers who seek to glorify God and advance His kingdom in everything they do (Colossians 3:17).

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for calling me out of darkness into Your marvellous light. I am predestined to become like Jesus Christ. I am called to think, talk, and act like Jesus. Help me to live for You every day, in Jesus Name.

Quote taken from WALKING WITH GOD DAILY DEVOTIONAL. Available online at Amazon and Amazon Kindle. Get your copy today!