Title: Merciful God!

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Scripture Focus: “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.” — Matthew 5:7  

Who Receives God’s Mercy
God’s mercy flows to those who humble themselves before Him. The proud resist His grace, but the brokenhearted, the repentant, and those who acknowledge their need for Him are the ones who receive His mercy. David cried, “Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love” (Psalm 51:1), and God answered because his heart was contrite.

How to Seek God’s Mercy
- Confession: Admit your sins openly before God. Mercy begins where pride ends.  
- Repentance: Turn away from sin and walk in obedience. Mercy is not a license to continue in wrongdoing but a gift that empowers transformation.  
- Prayer: Call upon God sincerely. The tax collector in Luke 18 simply prayed, “God, be merciful to me, a sinner,” and he went home justified.  
- Show Mercy: Extend forgiveness and compassion to others. As Jesus taught, those who show mercy will themselves receive mercy.  
Reflection: God’s mercy is not earned; it is given freely to those who seek Him with a sincere heart. His mercy lifts the guilty, restores the broken, and renews the weary. To walk in mercy is to walk in the light of His love.

Are you ready to receive Mercy then show mercy to your neighbours. Share this to your contacts. 
©Dr. Joel Olanrewaju gbemide09@gmail.com.

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