1️⃣ CHOSEN – "You Are Handpicked by God"
Meaning: God personally selected you to be His. You are not random or forgotten.
Biblical Example:
Illustration:
Imagine a coach choosing their team. The best players may not always get picked first, but the coach sees potential, dedication, and heart. God saw something in YOU!
Application:
2️⃣ ROYAL – "You Belong to a Kingdom of Power and Purpose"
Meaning: You're not just a servant—you are sons and daughters of the King. With that royalty comes responsibility.
Biblical Example:
Illustration:
A prince might walk into a courtroom, not arrogantly—but confidently, knowing who his Father is. That’s how we approach life and prayer.
Application:
3️⃣ HOLY – "You Are Set Apart for God’s Glory"
Meaning: Holiness isn’t just about rules—it’s about purpose. You’ve been set apart from sin, for God’s service.
Biblical Example:
Illustration:
Fine china in a cabinet is set apart from everyday dishes. You don’t use it for junk food or casual meals—it’s reserved for something special.
Application:
4️⃣ PECULIAR – "You Belong to God Alone"
Meaning: “Peculiar” here means “God’s special possession.” You’re treasured, marked, and protected.
Biblical Example:
Illustration:
A mother keeps her child’s baby shoes in a box. To others it’s junk—but to her, it’s priceless. That’s how God sees you. You are His treasure.
Application:
✨ Bringing It All Together
“Which in time past were not a people, but are now the people of God...”
You didn’t earn this—you were chosen, crowned, consecrated, and claimed.
📣 Closing Illustration: “From the Pit to the Palace”
Tell the story of Joseph—sold into slavery, falsely accused, imprisoned—but eventually elevated to the palace. Why? Because he remembered who he was, even in the dark.
