A Divine Election
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A Divine Election
You have been nominated for a new wardrobe. Not just new clothes, but a whole new you, with a new spirit, new point of view, and new attitudes.
That is the promise of Colossians 3:12-13. Paul writes to believers as “the elect of God, holy and beloved,” and then gives the call: “Put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; bearing with one another, and forgiving one another.”
This is a divine election. God has placed your name in nomination for this distinction. But unlike political elections, this one requires only one vote: yours. You simply say “yes” to God. And when you do, you are elected. You receive everything: identity as God’s chosen, the garments of grace, and the power to forgive as you have been forgiven.
The old wardrobe of anger, division, and selfishness no longer fits you. You are holy because God set you apart. You are beloved because God chose you first.
Now, the invitation is to live into that identity.
Put on mercy instead of judgment. Wear kindness even when it costs you. Choose humility over pride. Let meekness define your posture. And above all, wear forgiveness. Because Christ forgave you, you can forgive others, even when they don’t deserve it.
The election is already decided from heaven’s perspective. The only question is whether you will accept the nomination and start dressing the part.
Your vote matters. And it takes only one. So today, say yes to God. Let God clothe you in a brand new character.
You are chosen, holy, and deeply loved. Now, go live like it.