Scriptural Focus: 1 Peter 2:9 "But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light." (1 Peter 2:9) You Are On Christ “As you come to him, the living Stone—rejected by humans but chosen by God and precious to him — you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house…” (1 Peter 2:4–5) You Are a People. You Are a . You Are God’s . “…that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.” 1 Peter 2:9 So What Should I Do? into opportunities. out of love. your gifts and heart’s desire. Give for God’s call. As you reflect on 1 Peter 2:9, what word or phrase (“chosen,” “royal priesthood,” “God’s special possession”) speaks most to you right now? How does seeing yourself this way change how you think about serving? Where do you sense God might be inviting you to “declare His praises” — in your home, at church, school, workplace, or community? Are there any opportunities to serve that you’ve been hesitant to step into? What is one practical step you can take this week to live out your priestly calling — to represent Christ’s love and bring someone closer to Him? Journal a prayer.