Good Morning!
Here is today’s devotion to start your day knowing that God comforts us when our hearts are broken; plus a quick look at what’s new across Power, Love & Miracles.
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Scripture- Matthew 5:7
“Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy.”
Reflection
Mercy is love in motion. It’s compassion that goes beyond words to embrace, to forgive, to heal. To be merciful is to see another’s need and allow your heart to be moved to action. This is the heart of God, who “is rich in mercy” (Ephesians 2:4), and this is the character trait Jesus blessed.
Mercy in the Kingdom goes full circle: those who show mercy will receive mercy. Not because God trades kindness for kindness, but because a merciful heart is open to God’s own mercy. When you forgive, you create space for forgiveness to flow into your own life. When you show compassion, you learn to live in the abundance of God’s compassion.
Mercy is costly, but it is also freely given. It releases both giver and receiver from the chains of judgment. It reminds us that we all stand in need before the cross, and that the Spirit of God is always ready to pour out grace.
Centering Prayer
God of Mercy,
Soften my heart toward others. Help me forgive as I have been forgiven and show compassion as You have shown compassion to me. Make my life a channel of Your mercy. – Amen.
Practice for Today
Think of one person you find difficult to forgive or understand. Pray a simple blessing over them: “Lord, show Your mercy in their life.” Let this act free your heart, even if reconciliation is not yet possible.
Journaling Prompt
Where in my life have I experienced God’s mercy most deeply?
How can I extend that mercy to someone else today?
Closing Blessing
Open your heart to the flow of mercy.
Receive God’s compassion anew.
Extend forgiveness freely.
Walk today as one both healed and healing.
Pray as You Go
Breathe in: Mercy received…
Breathe out: … mercy given