But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people... (1 Peter 2:9).

The world recognises different races, classifying people as black, white, coloured, and so on. But from God's perspective, there are three groups: the Jews, the Gentiles, and the Church—the new creation. The Jews were God's covenant people under the Old Testament. The Gentiles were everyone else outside that covenant. But today, through Jesus Christ, God has brought forth a new creation called the Church.

Now, notice something remarkable: God says He has chosen the Church. That's why the Apostle Peter writes, "But ye are a chosen generation." The expression "chosen generation" means a chosen breed. Through the New Birth, you've become part of this special breed that God has chosen for Himself. Your identity is no longer defined by natural ancestry, ethnicity, nationality, or culture. You've been born of God and made part of His chosen people.

But it doesn't stop there. The same verse says you're "a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people." You're royalty. There’s honour, dignity, majesty, and glory in your life. Your words, your thinking, your conduct, and your outlook on life must reflect the excellence and character of a king-priest.

What a remarkable life God has given you! You're not merely part of a congregation or a religious movement; you're a member of God's royal family, chosen and distinguished by His life and nature. Live every day with this consciousness of your royal identity. Walk in the confidence, excellence and glory of one who belongs to the King's household.