The term "Chosest" does not appear directly in the Bible; however, it can be understood as a form of the verb "choose," which is a significant concept throughout the Scriptures. The act of choosing is central to God's interactions with humanity, as well as to the decisions made by individuals in response to God's will.

Divine Choice

In the Bible, God's sovereign choice is a recurring theme. God chooses individuals, nations, and specific paths to fulfill His divine purposes. For instance, God chose Abraham to be the father of many nations (Genesis 12:1-3), and through him, the nation of Israel was established. Deuteronomy 7:6 states, "For you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD your God has chosen you to be a people for His prized possession, above all peoples on the face of the earth."

God's choice is not based on human merit but on His grace and purpose. This is evident in the selection of David as king over Israel, despite his humble beginnings (1 Samuel 16:7-12). Similarly, in the New Testament, Jesus chooses His disciples, not for their status or abilities, but according to His divine plan (John 15:16: "You did not choose Me, but I chose you. And I appointed you to go and bear fruit—fruit that will remain—so that whatever you ask the Father in My name, He will give you.").

Human Choice

The Bible also emphasizes the importance of human choice in response to God's call. The concept of free will is integral to the biblical narrative, where individuals are often presented with choices that reflect their obedience or disobedience to God. In Deuteronomy 30:19 , Moses presents the Israelites with a choice: "I call heaven and earth as witnesses against you today that I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse. So choose life, so that you and your descendants may live."

Joshua echoes this sentiment in Joshua 24:15 , urging the people to choose whom they will serve: "But if it is unpleasing in your sight to serve the LORD, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you are living. As for me and my house, we will serve the LORD!"

Theological Implications

The interplay between divine choice and human choice raises important theological questions about predestination, free will, and God's sovereignty. The Apostle Paul addresses these issues in Romans 9-11, discussing God's sovereign choice in election and the responsibility of individuals to respond in faith.

Ephesians 1:4-5 speaks to the mystery of God's choosing: "For He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world to be holy and blameless in His presence. In love He predestined us for adoption as His sons through Jesus Christ, according to the good pleasure of His will."

Practical Application

Believers are encouraged to make choices that align with God's will, seeking His guidance through prayer and Scripture. Proverbs 3:5-6 advises, "Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight."

The concept of choice in the Bible underscores the relationship between God's sovereignty and human responsibility, inviting believers to trust in God's perfect plan while actively choosing to follow Him in their daily lives.

Election and Ordination of Bishops: Form of Service on Sundays.
... who didst choose Samuel for a priest and a prophet; who didst not leave Thy sanctuary
without ministers; who didst delight in those whom Thou chosest to be ...
/.../constitutions of the holy apostles/sec ii election and ordination of.htm

Book v. --General Reply to Sundry of Marcion's Heresies.
... O Christ, in number twice six out of all, [1627]. Chosest; and, with their names,
the lustral [1628] times. Of our own elders noted, (times preserved. ...
/.../book v general reply to sundry.htm

Psalm CXXX.
... "With Thee," then, "there is propitiation." For if there were not mercy with Thee,
if Thou chosest to be Judge only, and didst refuse to be merciful, Thou ...
/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm cxxx.htm

The Exhortation of the Last HomilyIs Continued in This. ...
... For what cause withdrawest thou? Was not everything done that thou chosest? Hast
thou not taken away his flocks, his herds, his droves of horses and of mules? ...
/.../chrysostom/on the priesthood/homily v the exhortation of.htm

Antipater's Navigation from Rome to his Father; and How He was ...
... those who were their partners; and thereby didst make it evident to all men that
thou madest a covenant with them against thy father, when thou chosest to be ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 5 antipaters navigation from.htm

Eligius, Bishop of Noyon.
... clay into a man, with My hand; I placed thee, without any merit of thine, amidst
the joys of Paradise; but, despising My commandments, thou chosest rather to ...
/.../neander/light in the dark places/eligius bishop of noyon.htm

Chosest (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Chosest (1 Occurrence). Nehemiah 9:7 Thou art the
LORD the God, who chosest Abram, and broughtest him forth ...
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Chozeba (1 Occurrence)

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Chose (59 Occurrences)
... Nehemiah 9:7 Thou art the LORD the God, who chosest Abram, and broughtest him forth
from Ur of the Chaldees, and gavest him the name of Abraham; (Root in WBS ...
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Chosen (197 Occurrences)

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