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
Your Sacred Identity
Remember picking teams during school recess?
Whether you were chosen first or last, those moments shaped how you felt about yourself.
Now, imagine something much more significant – you’ve been personally selected by the Creator of the universe as His treasured possession.
Understanding Your Value
Think about your most precious belonging. Maybe it’s a family photo, a special gift, or something you saved up to buy.
You protect it, care for it, and keep it close. That’s just a small picture of how God sees you – as His cherished treasure.
Why This Matters Now
In a world that often measures worth by followers, likes, or bank accounts, God offers a different perspective.
Your value isn’t determined by:
- Your job title
- Your social status
- Your accomplishments
- Other people’s opinions
Instead, your worth comes from being chosen by God Himself.
Personal Touch
Picture this: You’re walking through an antique store, and something catches your eye.
Out of hundreds of items, this one speaks to you. You choose it, take it home, and give it a special place.
That’s similar to how God chose you – personally, purposefully, and with specific intent.
Living as Chosen
Being chosen isn’t about feeling superior – it’s about understanding your purpose. When you know you’re treasured by God, it changes how you:
- Face challenges
- Make decisions
- Treat others
- View yourself
Practical Application
Start your day by saying, “I am God’s chosen treasure.” Write it on your mirror, set it as your phone’s lock screen, or place it where you’ll see it often.
Let this truth sink deep into your heart.
The Reality Check
Maybe you’re thinking, “But you don’t know my mistakes.” Here’s the beautiful truth – God chose you knowing everything about you.
Your past doesn’t surprise Him, and your struggles don’t diminish your value in His eyes.
Your Response Today
Consider this: How would your day be different if you truly believed you were God’s treasure?
- Would you walk taller?
- Speak more confidently?
- Love more freely?
You don’t have to earn this position – it’s already yours.
Closing Prayer
Father, thank you for choosing me as your treasured possession. Help me live today with the confidence of knowing I am yours. Let this truth shape my actions, thoughts, and interactions with others. Guide me in living worthy of this sacred calling. Amen.
Reflection
How might remembering you are God’s chosen treasure change the way you handle today’s challenges?
Upside Down: 15 Week Bible Study
You Have Been Seated with Christ in the Heavenly Realms
God’s great hope for us is not simply the forgiveness of sins and a place in heaven when we die; but rather, He wants us totally restored, in heart, mind and soul . . . NOW!
As we enter into this amazing adventure with God, we soon recognize that we are a part of something tremendous, something that is beyond our earthy perspective, and we are transported into the heavens with Christ; we live, breathe, and find our being in Him!
This Bible study will help you rediscover how it all began, what happened in the Garden of Eden, who is the Devil really, and what is he up to today.
- Head into the heavenly realms and discover profound truths concerning your relationship with God, and His incredible plan for you.
- Search your heart, preparing for a fresh baptism of the Holy Spirit. In this study, you will enter into God’s armory, suiting up with the whole armor of God.
- Discover the Keys to the Kingdom given to you, and learn what they unlock; discovering your true nature in Christ, the authority given, the Sword of the Spirit, the covering armor, and the mission ahead, you will truly learn to pray . . . Upside Down!