Chosen and empowered to serve

Morning: Psalms 107:33-43; 108:1-6; Hebrews 9:1-14; Luke 11:14-23

Evening: Psalm 33; Exodus 19:3-8a, 16-20; I Peter 2:4-10

The Jews are called God’s chosen people.  Now, followers of Jesus are also called God’s chosen.  What does it mean, to be chosen?  Were you ever part of a group of people from among whom a team was chosen?  Not being chosen can be painful.  It’s not just that you feel devalued; it’s that you don’t get to use your gifts.  Followers of Jesus both choose to follow him and are chosen to act, to employ their gifts in serving his Way.  Being chosen is not only about comfort and affirmation.  When you are chosen you are empowered to serve.