They have the ability to "walk in another's shoes"; feel the pain and burdens they carry. They desire to make a difference in the lives of hurting people without being judgmental. They may have a difficult time evaluating the intentions of others and at times appear naïve.
Too bad that many in the church, we so called christians, do not follow the same. Only in theory, when challenged to put to practice, we seclude, excommunicate, judge and antagonize others to do the same. Maybe we all should pay attention to...
Mercy in Scripture
Jesus taught on mercy (Matt. 5:7; 9:13; 23:23). He is repeatedly described as having compassion (Matt. 9:36; 15:32; 23:37; Luke 7:13) and was so filled with mercy that He sometimes wept (John 11:35). Jesus' mercy included an attentiveness to and concern for children (Matt. 19:14). Dorcas "was always doing good and helping the poor" (Acts 9:36). We find in the story of the good Samaritan the subject of mercy (Luke 10:30-37).
GOD, give me the ability to live, walk and extend Mercy in spite of those who fail daily and we are all amongst your church!!!
Monday, July 13, 2009
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