God Gives Mercy

When we say that God gives mercy, do we understand why? God, who created us, has the overall authority and power to judge us on how we live the life that He has given us. Eternal separation from God is the penalty set for those who reject God’s plan of salvation. But God, because of His love and great mercy, sent His beloved Son Jesus into the world, not to judge it, but to pay the price of sin. Jesus overcame death and separation from God for all humans. Jesus did this so that the power of sin might be broken and our relationship with God restored.

He has not dealt with us according to our sins, nor rewarded us according to our guilty deeds. For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is His mercy toward those who fear Him. (Psalm 103:10-11 NASB) 

He forgives your sins—every one. He heals your diseases—every one. He redeems you from hell—saves your life! He crowns you with love and mercy. (Psalm 103:3-4a MSG) 

Through prayer and meditation on the Scriptures we can get to know our merciful God and His just ways. God knows we are weak and are made of dust. To help us follow His ways, God has given us His Holy Spirit to guide us. He will strengthen us to reject what our sinful nature craves and to do what pleases God.

For He Himself knows our form; He is mindful that we are nothing but dust. But the Helper, the Holy Spirit whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and remind you of all that I said to you. (Psalms 103:14; John 14:26 NASB)

Prayer: Heavenly Father, Thank You for Your mercy in preparing a way for me to be forgiven for my wrongdoing. Please help me to obey You in all my affairs. Amen

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