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May grace and peace be yours in increasing abundance.
- 1 Peter 1:1b
We can get too complicated, trying to volunteer, influence children, pay off debt, create the perfect post, etc.
What is a Kingdom definition of success?
Did Jesus give His limitless, boundless mercy so you can be in constant fear, worry and anxiety trying to keep up with today’s culture of perfection?
NO!
Jesus gives us His mercy that we can have renewed hope without the controls of what is happening around us.
TODAY: Grace and peace are the highest of prizes on earth. Help me to be preoccupied with these things! I will meditate on the Lord at all times. You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast [trusting in you]. (Isaiah 26)
Blessed be...the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His abundant and boundless mercy has caused us to be born again to an ever-living hope and confident assurance 1 Peter 1:3
With Love,
Paper Sunday
If you’ve been feeling out of place or unsure where you belong, take a moment here. Let this truth ground you as you begin to reflect.
Journal & Reflect
Reflection: 1 Peter 1:1b speaks to those who feel scattered, displaced, or disconnected. It acknowledges that life doesn’t always feel settled or certain—but even in that, your identity remains secure. You are chosen. Not overlooked. Not forgotten. Not misplaced. God’s calling and love for you are not dependent on your surroundings or circumstances.
Questions to Journal:
• Where in my life do I currently feel out of place?
• How have these feelings affected my sense of identity?
• What does it mean to me to be chosen by God?
• Do I struggle to believe that I truly belong? Why?
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 1 Peter 1:1b mean?
It refers to believers who are scattered or living in unfamiliar places, reminding them that they are still chosen by God.
How does this apply to my life today?
Even if you feel out of place or uncertain, your identity and belonging in God remain constant.
Why do I feel disconnected sometimes?
Life transitions and challenges can create that feeling, but this verse reassures you that God’s presence and purpose are still with you.
Prayer
Lord, when I feel out of place or uncertain, remind me that I am chosen by You. Help me to find my identity and security in Your love, not in my circumstances. Bring peace to my heart and guide me through seasons that feel unfamiliar. Thank You for always holding me steady, no matter where I am. Amen.
Message from Kara Heckel, founder of Paper Sunday
There are seasons where life feels scattered or uncertain, and it’s easy to question where you belong. This verse is such a comforting reminder that even in those moments, you are still chosen—nothing about your situation changes that. My hope is that today you feel grounded in that truth and a little less alone in wherever you find yourself. With Love, Kara
Applying this to your Daily Routine
Take time to reflect, pray, and process what God is teaching you through every season. Our Personalized Prayer Journal was designed to help you grow deeper in faith—one day at a time–turning intention into habit. Many people use journals to revisit verses like these and reflect throughout the week.
Today's devotional pairs beautifully with the:
Blushing Floral by Elizabeth Lalama Personalized Scripture Journal
