A people of God Psalm 8:1-9 1 Peter 2:9 Exodus 19:5-6 Ephesians 1:4 Things which hindered the Israelite's from receiving the blessings (promises) of God 1.Unbelief 2.Disobedience One has to accept Christ as his Lord and personal Saviour to be a part of the people of God Being a part of the body of Christ is a call from God. It is a holy call. You are a chosen generation You are a royal priesthood. Therefore the Lord has assigned to you the task or ministry of reconciliation. You are special because you belong to the Family of God. Our responsibility therefore, is to show forth the praises of Him who called us out of darkness into His wonderful light.