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Week 1 / Chosen and Redeemed

Chosen in Christ

Read: Ephesians 1:3-6

SOAP: Ephesians 1:4

"For he chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world that we should be holy and blameless before him in love." (NET)

Into the Text

Did you know that Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection was God’s plan A from the very beginning? This means that God has always had a plan to send a Rescuer to redeem His people and bring them into a relationship with Him.

He did this out of His great love for you and for all who would trust in Jesus as their Savior. And it doesn’t stop there. He not only chose us to be part of His family and adopted us, but He has chosen to make us holy (set apart), blameless (fully forgiven), and has given us countless blessings. Bottom line: a life in Christ is far greater than anything we can imagine.

In Christ, we have access, freedom, purpose, family, and so much more. God did not grant these things to believers begrudgingly, but He did so willingly out of His good and consistent character.

If you have trusted in Jesus, this is true of you! And while the best is yet to come in heaven, God has a purpose for you in the here and now. He has chosen you to become like Him. He wants you to be His holy and blameless child, loving others as He loves.

If God has chosen us to live in such a way, we can expect Him to accomplish His mighty work in us. We should pray daily to grow in holiness and love. And when the devil wants to plague you with temptation, fear and doubt, it is vital to remember that you have been loved and chosen by God from before the creation of the universe.

God has chosen you and has a plan for you. He is worthy of all our praise.

Prayer

God, thank you for sending your Son, Jesus, so that I am able to be part of your family. Thank you for choosing me and loving me. May my life be a reflection of your love and marked by daily worship of who you are. Amen.