Based on premortal worthiness, God chose those who would be the seed of Abraham and the house of Israel and become the covenant people (Deut. 32: 7-9; Abr. 2: 9-11). These people are given special blessings and duties so that they can bless all the nations of the world (Rom. 11: 5-7; 1 Pet. 1: 2; Alma 13: 1-5; D&C 84: 99). However, even these chosen ones must be called and elected in this life in order to gain salvation.