The Revolution of the Church

Exegesis: My very identity is transformed. We go from rebels to saints (vv. 1-2a) and from paupers to princes(ses) (vv. 2b-3). My very status is transformed. Instead of being spurned, we are a beloved people (v. 4); instead of being overlooked, we are a treasured people (v. 5). My very purpose is transformed. My mission is to faithfully (v. 6a) and prayerfully (vv. 6b-7) proclaim Christ.