“But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.” – 1 Peter 2:9
Bible Verses About Being Chosen By God
Jeremiah 1:5
“Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you, and before you were born, I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations.” – Jeremiah 1:5
Ephesians 1:4
“Even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. In love.” – Ephesians 1:4
Colossians 3:12
“Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience.” – Colossians 3:12
Isaiah 43:1
“But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: ‘Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.'” – Isaiah 43:1
1 Thessalonians 1:4
“For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you.” – 1 Thessalonians 1:4
John 15:16
“You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit and that your fruit should abide.” – John 15:16
Romans 8:33
“Who shall bring any charge against God’s elect? It is God who justifies.” – Romans 8:33
Revelation 17:14
“They will make war on the Lamb, and the Lamb will conquer them, for he is Lord of lords and King of kings, and those with him are called and chosen and faithful.” – Revelation 17:14
Matthew 22:14
“For many are called, but few are chosen.” – Matthew 22:14
2 Timothy 1:9
“Who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began.” – 2 Timothy 1:9
1 Peter 1:2
“According to the foreknowledge of God the Father, in the sanctification of the Spirit, for obedience to Jesus Christ and for sprinkling with his blood: May grace and peace be multiplied to you.” – 1 Peter 1:2
Romans 11:5
“So too at the present time there is a remnant, chosen by grace.” – Romans 11:5
Acts 13:48
“And when the Gentiles heard this, they began rejoicing and glorifying the word of the Lord, and as many as were appointed to eternal life believed.” – Acts 13:48
Luke 18:7
“And will not God give justice to his elect, who cry to him day and night? Will he delay long over them?” – Luke 18:7
1 Peter 2:10
“Once you were not a people, but now you are God’s people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.” – 1 Peter 2:10
John 6:44
“No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him. And I will raise him up on the last day.” – John 6:44
Philippians 3:14
“I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 3:14
Jeremiah 29:11
“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
Isaiah 41:9
“You whom I took from the ends of the earth, and called from its farthest corners, saying to you, ‘You are my servant, I have chosen you and not cast you off;'” – Isaiah 41:9
1 John 4:19
“We love because he first loved us.” – 1 John 4:19
Ephesians 2:10
“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” – Ephesians 2:10
Matthew 25:34
“Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father; inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.'” – Matthew 25:34
2 Thessalonians 2:13
“But we ought always to give thanks to God for you, brothers beloved by the Lord, because God chose you as the firstfruits to be saved, through sanctification by the Spirit and belief in the truth.” – 2 Thessalonians 2:13
Matthew 1:21
“She will bear a son, and you shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.” – Matthew 1:21
John 10:14
“I am the good shepherd. I know my own and my own know me.” – John 10:14
Deuteronomy 7:6
“For you are a people holy to the Lord your God. The Lord your God has chosen you to be a people for his treasured possession, out of all the peoples who are on the face of the earth.” – Deuteronomy 7:6
2 John 1:1
“The elder to the elect lady and her children, whom I love in truth, and not only I, but also all who know the truth,” – 2 John 1:1
Romans 8:30
“And those whom he predestined he also called, and those whom he called he also justified, and those whom he justified he also glorified.” – Romans 8:30
1 Corinthians 1:27
“But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong;” – 1 Corinthians 1:27
Final Thoughts
Being chosen by God is a profound blessing. Throughout the Bible, we find reminders that God sees each of us as precious and has a unique purpose for our lives. When we read these verses, we can feel comfort in knowing that we are loved and valued, set apart for greatness in His eyes. In our everyday lives, it’s essential to embrace this truth, especially when facing difficulties. We are not alone; God has chosen us, and He walks with us every step of the way.
As we continue to explore God’s Word, consider reading more about the sacrifice of Jesus and how His love impacts us. You might also enjoy looking at the joyful expressions in worship and how they reflect our relationship with God. Dive deeper into these topics and strengthen your faith further!