Mercy!

For Friday, January 13, 2023:

Matthew 5:7 NLT: “God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy.”

Jesus taught: “Treat other people exactly as you would like to be treated by them—this is the essence of all true religion.” As children, we learned “Do unto others…” We call it the Golden Rule.

This Beatitude is similar. We do merciful, helpful things because it’s the right thing to do. We hope others would treat us that same way. Sometimes our reward comes from the person to whom we showed mercy; other times, not. Regardless, Christians are still known for showing mercy. Our focus is on doing the right thing, not on the reward!

Our ultimate merciful reward comes from the Lord. God’s mercy is being dispensed through his Son Jesus to all who repent, return and claim him as savior. Jesus personally went ahead to confirm our reservation in heaven. The merciful get to see heaven from the inside!

Heaven will be filled with merciful people!

Pastor Norton Lawellin

Jesus in the City Fellowship