Monday, March 11, 2013

Grace and Mercy (Psalm 145:8-9)


Today's scripture: Psalm 145:8-9

Grace has been defined as getting what we don't deserve. We don't deserve salvation. We don't deserve being in relationship with God. We don't deserve the promise of eternity with Him.

Mercy has been defined as not getting what we do deserve. We deserve punishment. We deserve being separate from God, here on earth and through all eternity.

We are sinful, rebellious people, yet because of His amazing love and goodness, God offers both grace and mercy.

He blesses us so much—much more than we deserve. We have food, clothing, and shelter. We have friends and family. We have financial provision. We often receive healing, and we always receive comfort.

But even more, God blesses us with salvation and reconciliation with Himself. Even though He knows the choices we'll make, the times we'll turn from doing His will, the seasons when we'll neglect Him, He still offers grace and love and mercy.

As you ponder this amazing thought, give thanks to Him. Express your gratitude for His blessings. His love.

His grace. His mercy.

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