We have received great mercy from our Heavenly Father. As sinners, we were destined - deservedly - to live an eternal life in hell's fury. Yet, He chose to show us mercy. He chose to accept Jesus' sacrifice in place of our own.
Despite our daily failings... In spite of our habitual sins... Regardless of our continual falling away... Our Heavenly Father continues to pour out His love on us.
We have obtained the greatest mercy in the universe.
Yet, how much mercy do we show to others? When we are mistreated, misused, and abused, how often do we show forgiveness? How often do we overlook a wrong and choose to show undeserved kindness to another?
We have obtained great mercy, and we hold a great promise of eternal life as a result. It is only right that we show great mercy in return. It is only right that we reflect the great love that we have been shown.
Jesus told a telling parable about a man who was shown mercy with a debt he owed. Even though the man was pardoned for a great debt, he still chose to torture another man who owed him little. In the end, that same man was punished for his cruelty.
Despite the fact that we have been shown great mercy, are we missing out on blessings because of our inability to show that mercy to others?
Today, aim to reflect the great mercy that you've received from the Lord. Remember the great things that you've been forgiven of, and show someone else the joy of that forgiveness.
Verse of the Day: Praise ye the LORD. O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. Psalm 106:1
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