John 15:16 (NIV 1984)
You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit – fruit that will last.  Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in my name.

How special is it to know that Jesus chose us first – before we chose Him?  He values us.  He is confident we will bear fruit, eternal fruit, for His kingdom.  Genuine belief in Jesus stems from a love for Him and what He did for us.  May we be blessed in a very special way as we love and follow Him.  May we be seen as worthy, in the eyes of the Father, as we show others why and how to have a meaningful relationship with the Lord.  (inspired by Reflecting God – Devotions for Holy Living, WordAction Publishing Company)