Lamentations 3:22 (KJV)
It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.
The mercy of God is a profound expression of His love for humanity; it is so much that the natural mind cannot make sense of it. God’s mercy is new every morning, sure and constant. Mercy is part of God’s core nature. It defines His character by faithfully keeping His covenant, fulfilling His promises, and maintaining His relationship with His children. God loves us and wants to equip us to overcome this life despite our shortcomings, unworthiness, and unfaithfulness. By His mercies, we receive all things His grace provides, including healing, strength, supplies, and all we need. Psalms103:4 says, “Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies.” God has kept and is still keeping us; He redeems our souls from destruction. It is of His mercy that our challenges have not overwhelmed us. Satan is not having a field day over our lives because of His mercies. There is always the possibility of encountering even worse situations than we currently face, and it’s only by the grace of God that we are not. Therefore, it’s essential to cultivate a mindset of gratitude, no matter the circumstances we confront.
In life, reaching the top is a journey that undeniably requires God’s mercy for true success. Mercy embodies a powerful act of kindness, compassion, and favor. It is something that gives evidence of divine favor and blessing. God’s mercy makes us stand out in our community, city, nation, family, or class above all others. Romans 9:16 says, “So then it is not of him that willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that sheweth mercy.” Life is full of struggle and profitless hard labor without mercy. Mercy can give believers a far better outcome, and God has worked out everything in our favor through Jesus Christ, His Son. He has unequivocally demonstrated His mercy by providing salvation, making it universally accessible to all of humanity, regardless of race, color, language, or culture. Isaiah 54:7 says, “For a small moment have I forsaken thee; but with great mercies will I gather thee.” By mercy, we enjoy forgiveness, and the same mercy helps us move forward in God. Matthew 5:7 says, “Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.” He wants us to extend mercy to others who hurt or offended us. When we are merciful, we forgive others even though their actions would warrant our anger.
Beloved, it is mercy that makes your case and portion different. You are alive today because He loves you. He confidently crowns you with loving kindness and tender mercies. It’s essential to shift your focus away from complaining about the challenges and setbacks you face. Instead, embrace gratitude for the protective mercies that sustain you. You have every reason to hold onto hope as long as you are alive. No matter how low you feel at this moment, the mercy of God is poised to elevate you beyond your wildest dreams. Look away from yourself and receive what His mercy has accomplished for you in Christ by faith. It is not over until God says it is over, and God will never say it is over until He secures and establishes His interest in your life and destiny. Always apply for the grace of God at the place of prayer. Open your heart today and receive His mercy. Learn to give and receive mercy regularly, and let mercy become your way of life. Today is the day of the Lord’s mercy for you and your loved ones in Jesus’ Name. Remember, keep your focus on God’s unchangeable character, for His eternal faithfulness is one of your greatest resources for courage and the faithfulness you need to go on even when things seem most difficult.
O Lord, thank You for Your mercy. Help me recognize and rest in what You say is true so I might fully experience Your tender mercies in Jesus’ Name.