“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
Bible Verses About Chosen
Genesis 12:1 – God called Abram to leave his country, showing his choice of a people for his promise.
“The LORD had said to Abram, ‘Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you.’” – Genesis 12:1
Isaiah 43:20-21 – God emphasizes His chosen status for His people and their purpose.
“The wild animals honor me, the jackals and the owls, because I provide water in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland, to give drink to my people, my chosen.” – Isaiah 43:20
Deuteronomy 7:6 – Israel’s unique selection as a people set apart by God.
“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
Matthew 22:14 – Jesus teaches about many called, but few chosen.
“For many are invited, but few are chosen.” – Matthew 22:14
Ephesians 1:4 – God’s choosing us 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
Romans 8:33 – The assurance of being chosen and justified by God.
“Who will bring any charge against those whom God has chosen? It is God who justifies.” – Romans 8:33
2 Timothy 1:9 – Our calling is not based on our deeds but on God’s purpose.
“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
1 Thessalonians 1:4 – Paul reminds us of God’s love for His chosen ones.
“For we know, brothers and sisters loved by God, that he has chosen you.” – 1 Thessalonians 1:4
John 15:16 – Jesus speaks to His disciples about being chosen to bear fruit.
“You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last.” – John 15:16
Colossians 3:12 – An encouragement to live out the calling of being chosen.
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” – Colossians 3:12
Revelation 17:14 – The Lamb’s victory and His chosen ones.
“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
2 Peter 1:10 – Encouragement to make your calling and choosing sure.
“Therefore, my brothers and sisters, make every effort to confirm your calling and election.” – 2 Peter 1:10
Acts 13:48 – Those destined to eternal life believed.
“When the Gentiles heard this, they were glad and honored the word of the Lord; and all who were appointed for eternal life believed.” – Acts 13:48
Ephesians 2:10 – We are God’s handiwork, created to do 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
1 Corinthians 1:27 – God often 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
Romans 11:5 – A remnant chosen by grace.
“So too, at the present time there is a remnant chosen by grace.” – Romans 11:5
Philippians 4:3 – Paul entreats his true companion to aid his fellow workers, whose names are in the book of life.
“Yes, and I ask you, my true companion, help these women since they have contended at my side in the cause of the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my co-workers, whose names are in the book of life.” – Philippians 4:3
Hebrews 3:1 – Calling His followers to consider Jesus, the apostle and high priest of our confession.
“Therefore, holy brothers and sisters, who share in the heavenly calling, fix your thoughts on Jesus, whom we acknowledge as our apostle and high priest.” – Hebrews 3:1
John 13:18 – Not all are chosen, as seen with Judas.
“I am not referring to all of you; I know those I have chosen. But this is to fulfill this passage of Scripture: ‘He who shared my bread has turned against me.’” – John 13:18
Matthew 24:22 – God’s chosen ones will remain as a sign of His mercy.
“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
Romans 9:15-16 – God’s sovereign choice and 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.’ It does not, therefore, depend on human desire or effort, but on God’s mercy.” – Romans 9:15-16
John 10:27 – Jesus knows His sheep and they hear His voice.
“My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.” – John 10:27
Romans 10:12-13 – Salvation is available for all who call upon Him.
“For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile—the same Lord is Lord of all and richly blesses all who call on him, for everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” – Romans 10:12-13
Ephesians 3:20-21 – God’s ability to do far beyond what we think or ask.
“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.” – Ephesians 3:20-21
Hebrews 10:23 – Holding unswervingly to the hope we profess.
“Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.” – Hebrews 10:23
Colossians 1:13 – Delivered from darkness and brought into the kingdom of the Son.
“For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves.” – Colossians 1:13
Jude 1:1 – To those who have been called, who are loved by God the Father and kept by Jesus Christ.
“Jude, a servant of Jesus Christ and a brother of James, To those who have been called, who are loved by God the Father and kept by Jesus Christ.” – Jude 1:1
Galatians 5:13 – Called to be free and to serve.
“You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love.” – Galatians 5:13
Mark 13:20 – For the sake of the elect, the days will be cut short.
“If the Lord had not cut short those days, no one would survive. But for the sake of the elect, whom he has chosen, he has shortened them.” – Mark 13:20
Final Thoughts
It’s amazing to reflect on being chosen by God. The Bible clearly shows that God has a purpose for each of us, and we are loved deeply. Being part of God’s chosen people means we have the responsibility to live out His teachings and share His love with others.
Let’s embrace our position as chosen ones and live in a way that reflects God’s grace and mercy. Remember, being chosen is not just a privilege, it’s a call to action.
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