The identity of the scattered exiles as God’s chosen people (Exodus 19:5; Exodus 20:2; Deuteronomy 7:6) has not changed on account of their exile from the Promised Land (and possible separation from each other). Even in exile they remain your servants
(slaves, possession) and your people
(treasured in the covenant). Because they remain connected to God (your
), his reputation is caught up with their well-being.
10 They are your servants and your people, whom you have redeemed by your great power and by your strong hand.