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. (ESV)

Lord, We thank you and praise you for choosing us to be your people and for sending Jesus to be our light. Amen

And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. (ESV)

Thank you for your promise that you will complete the work that you started. Help me to listen to you and follow you and always trust your will and your way! Amen

you, O Lord, are a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness. (ESV)

Lord, I praise you for your steadfast love. Every day I wake up and receive your grace and mercy. Every day you pour out faithfulness. I trust you and thank you that you never change or fade in your care for me. Amen