1 Thess 1:4 For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you,
I still remember that sick feeling of being the new kid in school. It was time to pick teams for the sport we were playing. One by one kids were chosen until only I stood there. And then the words of the "unlucky team", “I guess we get him” Why is a kid picked? He is chosen most likely because he is liked, or because he can pitch or really kick the ball.
Sometimes I look at God like the Captain picking teams. He sees my sin and shortcomings and grumbles because I’m on His team. But guess what? The above text says He wants me, He loves me, He specifically chose me! And it wasn’t based on how well I perform but solely on His grace and love for me. In fact He saw how lousy I performed and He picked me anyway and He died for me and He rose for me. The same is true for you. Rejoice in that and believe it!
Someone shared a story with me the other day. Imagine a crisp 100dollar bill. If I asked you what it’s worth you would say, 100 dollars. But what if I crumpled it up? Would you still take it if I offered it to you? What if it was torn and all dirty? You would take it because you would know that it is still worth 100 dollars.
And does God see you any less? Come all who are torn and dirty. Find your worth in Jesus! What a beautiful message of grace! If you need to know more about this grace and your value please e-mail me. Project 52 is here for you and we want you to know your value to God because of Jesus Christ.
In Christ,
Pastor John
