Called! Another wonder-full word that, in the Scriptures, follows Chosen. In his letter to the Church at Rome, Paul explained the progression from God foreknowing us, to His choosing us, to His calling us, followed by our being justified and glorified! Those last two words simply mean being made right with God (free from guilt), [...]
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Called!
Posted in Spiritual, Word Studies, tagged Called, calling, comprehend, eternal life, hope, love, Purpose on May 23, 2010 | 2 Comments »
Chosen!
Posted in Spiritual, Word Studies, tagged Abraham, choose, chosen, Isaac and Jacob, Nation of Israel on May 15, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
CHOSEN! What a lovely word. I’ve thought of different occasions when being chosen for something special elicits great delight. I remember, as a child in the early grades at school, how important it was to be chosen to be part of the baseball team; or to be chosen as captain of the spelling bee; or [...]