“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11
Bible Verses About God Choosing Us
1. John 15:16 – We are chosen by God, not because of who we are, but for a purpose.
“You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last—so that whatever you ask in my name the Father will give you.” – John 15:16
2. 1 Peter 2:9 – Our identity as chosen people shows God’s grace.
“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.” – 1 Peter 2:9
3. Ephesians 1:4 – We are chosen in Him before the foundation of the world.
“For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight.” – Ephesians 1:4
4. Romans 8:30 – Those He predestined He also called.
“And those he predestined, he also called; those he called, he also justified; those he justified, he also glorified.” – Romans 8:30
5. Isaiah 43:1 – We are called by name; we are His.
“But now, this is what the LORD says—he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: ‘Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.'” – Isaiah 43:1
6. Colossians 3:12 – We are God’s chosen people, holy and beloved.
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” – Colossians 3:12
7. Deuteronomy 14:2 – We are a people set apart for the Lord.
“For you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD your God has chosen you out of all the peoples on the face of the earth to be his people, his treasured possession.” – Deuteronomy 14:2
8. 2 Timothy 1:9 – God has saved us and called us to a holy life.
“He has saved us and called us to a holy life—not because of anything we have done but because of his own purpose and grace.” – 2 Timothy 1:9
9. Jeremiah 1:5 – God knew us before we were born.
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; I appointed you as a prophet to the nations.” – Jeremiah 1:5
10. Galatians 1:15 – God called us by His grace.
“But when God, who set me apart from my mother’s womb and called me by his grace, was pleased.” – Galatians 1:15
11. 1 Thessalonians 1:4 – God chose us for salvation.
“For we know, brothers and sisters loved by God, that he has chosen you.” – 1 Thessalonians 1:4
12. John 6:44 – No one comes to Jesus unless the Father draws them.
“No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them, and I will raise them up at the last day.” – John 6:44
13. Psalm 135:4 – The Lord chooses us for Himself.
“For the LORD has chosen Jacob to be his own, Israel to be his treasured possession.” – Psalm 135:4
14. Revelation 17:14 – The called, chosen, and faithful are with the Lamb.
“They will wage war against the Lamb, but the Lamb will triumph over them because he is Lord of lords and King of kings—and with him will be his called, chosen, and faithful followers.” – Revelation 17:14
15. Ephesians 1:11 – We have been chosen according to His purpose.
“In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will.” – Ephesians 1:11
16. 1 Corinthians 1:27 – God chooses the foolish to shame the wise.
“But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong.” – 1 Corinthians 1:27
17. Psalm 105:43 – He brought His people out with joy.
“He brought out his people with rejoicing, his chosen ones with shouts of joy.” – Psalm 105:43
18. Matthew 22:14 – Many are invited, but few are chosen.
“For many are invited, but few are chosen.” – Matthew 22:14
19. Isaiah 41:9 – God calls us from the ends of the earth.
“I took you from the ends of the earth, from its farthest corners I called you. I said, ‘You are my servant’; I have chosen you and have not rejected you.” – Isaiah 41:9
20. James 2:5 – God has chosen the poor to be rich in faith.
“Listen, my dear brothers and sisters: Has not God chosen those who are poor in the eyes of the world to be rich in faith and to inherit the kingdom he promised those who love him?” – James 2:5
21. Lamentations 3:22-23 – His mercies are new every morning.
“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” – Lamentations 3:22-23
22. Romans 9:15 – God chooses whom he shows mercy.
“For he says to Moses, ‘I will have mercy on whom I have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I have compassion.'” – Romans 9:15
23. Deuteronomy 7:6 – We are His treasured people.
“For you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD your God has chosen you out of all the peoples on the face of the earth to be his people, his treasured possession.” – Deuteronomy 7:6
24. 1 John 4:19 – God first loved us.
“We love because he first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19
25. Isaiah 65:9 – God’s chosen people shall inherit the land.
“I will bring forth offspring from Jacob, and from Judah those who will inherit my mountains; my chosen people will inherit them, and there will my servants live.” – Isaiah 65:9
26. Ephesians 2:10 – We are God’s handiwork, created for good works.
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” – Ephesians 2:10
27. Exodus 19:5 – A treasure among all nations.
“Now if you obey me fully and keep my covenant, then out of all nations you will be my treasured possession.” – Exodus 19:5
28. Matthew 10:1 – He gives authority to those He chooses.
“Jesus called his twelve disciples to him and gave them authority to drive out impure spirits and to heal every disease and sickness.” – Matthew 10:1
29. Romans 11:5 – A remnant chosen by grace.
“So too, at the present time there is a remnant chosen by grace.” – Romans 11:5
30. John 15:19 – We are chosen out of the world.
“If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world.” – John 15:19
31. 2 Thessalonians 2:13 – Chosen for salvation through belief in the truth.
“But we ought always to thank God for you, brothers and sisters loved by the Lord, because God chose you as firstfruits to be saved through the sanctifying work of the Spirit and through belief in the truth.” – 2 Thessalonians 2:13
32. Revelation 3:20 – He stands at the door and knocks.
“Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me.” – Revelation 3:20
33. Philippians 2:15 – Shine as stars in the universe.
“So that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation. Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky.” – Philippians 2:15
34. Matthew 24:22 – For the sake of the elect, those days will be shortened.
“If those days had not been cut short, no one would survive, but for the sake of the elect those days will be shortened.” – Matthew 24:22
35. Luke 10:42 – Mary chose what is better.
“Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.” – Luke 10:42
36. Job 36:7 – God does not take His eyes off the righteous.
“He does not take his eyes off the righteous; he enthrones them with kings and exalts them forever.” – Job 36:7
37. Ephesians 3:17 – God dwells in our hearts through faith.
“So that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith—that you, being rooted and grounded in love.” – Ephesians 3:17
38. Matthew 11:28 – Come to Him, and He will give you rest.
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28
39. Jude 1:1 – Called and loved by God.
“Jude, a servant of Jesus Christ, and a brother of James, To those who have been called, who are loved in God the Father and kept for Jesus Christ.” – Jude 1:1
40. Psalm 65:4 – Blessed are those You choose.
“Blessed are those you choose and bring near to live in your courts! We are filled with the good things of your house, of your holy temple.” – Psalm 65:4
Final Thoughts
As I reflect on these verses, it becomes clear that God has chosen each of us for a purpose. His love for us is both personal and profound. He knew us before we were born and has a plan for our lives, filled with hope and promise. Understanding that we are chosen can strengthen our faith, as we see ourselves through His eyes.
Being chosen isn’t just about us; it’s also about how we can be a blessing to others. By sharing His love and grace, we fulfill our role as witnesses and followers of Christ. Together, let’s embrace this gift of being chosen and use it to spread love and joy in our communities.
For more inspirational insights, feel free to check out Bible verses about leading others to Christ or even explore more topics on the Bible.