We tend to define ourselves by whatever we are doing and, perhaps, by whatever people may say about us. We fear being rejected by people and, therefore, often seek to please others. Even in the best of times, we may be discouraged by who we think we are.
I Peter 2:4-5 says, “As you come to him, a living stone rejected by me but in the sight of God chosen and precious, you yourselves like living stones are being built up as a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.” Those who trust in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord are chosen and precious in God’s sight. Let us be encouraged and strong in the knowledge that He is building us as living stones to be His temple for service unto Him. The temporary assessments about us from the world are meaningless in the face of God’s true love and acceptance when we become His children.
Reluctant Retiree 