September 5th
"God's mercy as a quick fix?"
God wants to show us abundant mercy, but he is looking for those who will gratefuly accept it and allow it to change the way they live. Do you want God's mercy as a quick fix? God is not interested in sharing his mercy with those who simply need a quick fix for the problems their sinful lifestyles have created. Such people have no intention of accepting God's mercy as a new lease on life; they are simply looking for a way to save themselves from deserved consequences.
These verses make it clear that God's mercy is extended to those whose hearts are sincere:
After giving instructions to completely destroy a town, including its people and livestock, should the people of Israel be enticed to turn to the worship of foreign gods, Moses tells the people: Keep none of the plunder that has been set apart for destruction. Then the Lord will turn from his fierce anger and be merciful to you. He will have compassion on you and make you a great nation, just as he solemnly promised your ancestors.
The Lord your God will be merciful only if you obey him and keep all the commands I am giving you today, doing what is pleasing to him.
Deuteronomy 13:12-18
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