You Are a Chosen Generation: Discovering Your Purpose in God
What Does It Mean to Be Chosen by God?
Being chosen doesn’t depend on fame, strength, or worldly success. God chooses people not for their outward qualifications but because of His love. As Paul reminds us:
“For you see your calling, brothers, that not many are wise according to the flesh, not many mighty, and not many noble. But God chose the foolish things of the world that He might put to shame the wise” (1 Corinthians 1:26–27).
This truth is at the heart of being a chosen generation—God takes ordinary people and does extraordinary things through them.
God Gives Strength to His Chosen Generation
Life can feel overwhelming. But those who belong to the chosen generation don’t stand in their own strength. We stand in God’s.
“That your faith wouldn’t stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God” (1 Corinthians 2:5).
When you know you are part of God’s chosen generation, you don’t need all the answers. You can rest in His promises and rely on His power to face every challenge.
How to Live as God’s Chosen Generation
- Love others the way Christ loves us.
- Follow His teachings in daily life.
- Share the message of hope and salvation with the world.
Even when society pulls us in other directions, the Bible serves as our guide, helping us honour God and reflect His character.
Why Being a Chosen Generation Changes Everything
“You are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvellous light” (1 Peter 2:9).
This verse reminds us that being part of the chosen generation is both a gift and a responsibility. We are loved, but we are also called to shine that love into the darkness.
Growing Closer as God’s Chosen Generation
- Pray daily – Speak to God openly and trust Him with your life.
- Read Scripture – Discover His plan and promises through His Word.
- Join a Bible study group – Connect with others who want to grow in faith.
- Live with purpose – Ask God to guide your steps and use your gifts for His glory.
Take the Next Step
God’s Word is clear: you are a chosen generation. Your life has purpose, meaning, and value beyond anything the world can offer. When you live as someone chosen by God, His light shines through you, transforming not only your own life but also the lives of those around you.
Are you ready to go deeper? Join us for Bible study at Bunbury Seventh-day Adventist Church and discover how being part of God’s chosen generation can change your life forever.