Watchman’s Daily Devotional: Make It Your Practice to Praise God Abundantly for the Privilege of Belonging to Him

In 1 Peter 2:9, the Greek term that is translated as “possession” carries the connotation of “purchasing” or “acquiring for a price.” Paul references it in Ephesians 1:14 when discussing “the redemption of God’s own possession.” Everyone belongs to Him by creation, but as Christians, we have a special connection to Him because He sacrificed to free us from the chains of sin and death.

The concept of believers being owned by God is emphasized throughout the Bible. Paul urged the elders to take care of the church of God, emphasizing its significance and value (Acts 20:28). In his message to the Corinthians, he reminded them of the sacredness of their bodies, emphasizing that they were not their own, but rather temples of the Holy Spirit given to them by God.

Remember the importance of honoring and glorifying the divine in your physical being, as stated in 1 Corinthians 6:19-20. In Titus 2:14, it is stated that Christ willingly sacrificed Himself for our sake, with the purpose of rescuing us from all wrongdoing and creating a community that belongs solely to Him.

In Isaiah 43:21, it is written that those whom I have created will proclaim My praise. That was meant to be Israel’s purpose, and it is yours as well. The divine has selected you as a cherished possession and has bestowed His Son to secure your redemption. Embrace your divine connection and find joy in the incredible honor bestowed upon you!