The
word, merciful means having mercy or showing mercy. Now the word, mercy means a
kind and gentle treatment of someone. Actually, the word mercy has a very broad
subject and I could only choose this one example, “kind and gentle.” Be kind
and gentle, just as your Father is also kind and gentle, Jesus said.
When
Jesus said, “Show mercy,” what did he meant by that? Show kindness and be
gentle just like the story of Samaritan who did to the man who was hurt and in need of help. Jesus
also said to the Pharisees “to show mercy and not using judgment toward
others.” [Ref.
Luke 10:37;
Matt.
23:23]
What
does God called us to do? God calls believers to show love by doing good works
through “kindness and gentleness” in our attitude toward others. “Since God chose
you to be the holy (separated) people whom He loves, you must clothe yourselves
with tenderhearted mercy, humility, gentleness, and patience” (Colossians 3:12
NLT).
Paul
said, “Be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted …” Eph. 4:32a. Here’s a few
examples: When you see someone sad or grumpy, you could say with a cheery
expression, “Good morning, isn’t God wonderful?” Or you could say, “Good morning,
God has already blessed you!” May God uses you to help others turn their
attention to Him to see His goodness (Ps. 33:5).
Inspiration: Often I asked God to
put within me a “merciful spirit” which means a “kind spirit” to others. It
just makes you feel good when the Holy Spirit takes over and the feelings were
so tender, you couldn’t believe it! So the song of love for our neighbor might
be helpful to allow the Holy Spirit to take over and shine through us. Amen? Amen!
Song: I’ve Got Love for My Neighbor
I’ve got love for my
neighbor,
love for my neighbor,
I’ve got love for my
neighbor in my soul.
I’ve got love for my
neighbor,
love for my neighbor,
I’ve got love for my
neighbor in my soul.
(Inspiring Choruses)
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