CALLED TO BE SAINTS IN GOD'S ARMY: THERE IS NO GREATER PRIVILEGE. Just to be loved of God, is the source of all good. How are the Lord's beloved ones known? They are known by their faith in Jesus and obedience to His word; by their love to God and their zeal for His glory; by their hope in God and patient endurance of His will. What are the honours they possess? They are the sons of God; they are the acknowledged brethren of Jesus; they are the companions of God, with whom they daily walk; they are the residence of the Holy Spirit; they are watched over, befriended, and supplied by providence. They are attended by angels; they are heirs of all things. What are their prospects? They have victory over their foes, the enjoyment of holiness, happiness, and God. To them is promised likeness to Jesus in body and soul; possession of the throne of glory, a diadem of beauty, and a harp of celestial sweetness. What are their duties? Theirs is to be committed for God and His cause; to be entirely consecrated to God and His service; to love His ordinances, practice His precepts; to prefer His will and walk with His people in His way. Reader, are you beloved of God? Do you love Him? Do you walk with Him?

For Meditation:
Now let me rise in Jesus' name,
His arm my stay, His praise my aim;
Let unreserved obedience prove
The truth and ardour of my love.