Is that grounds for complaining that God is unfair? Not so fast, please. God told Moses, “I’m in charge of mercy. I’m in charge of compassion.” Compassion doesn’t originate in our bleeding hearts or moral sweat, but in God’s mercy. The same point was made when God said to Pharaoh, “I picked you as a bit player in this drama of my salvation power.” All we’re saying is that God has the first word, initiating the action in which we play our part for better or worse. Are you going to object, “So how can God blame us for anything since he’s in charge of everything? If the big decisions are already made, what say do we have in it?”
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Mercy is a divine mystery, a gift given by God to those whose hearts are open to receive it. It cannot be earned or bought, yet it transforms everything it touches. The Lord delights in showing mercy, choosing when, where, and to whom He extends it. Through this plan, we explore the dimensions of God’s mercy: not receiving the punishment we deserve and receiving the blessings we do not deserve. As you journey through these teachings, may your heart be softened to receive His mercy anew, and may your life become a living testimony that mercy still speaks.
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This five day plan is an in-depth study of the doctrines of grace. T.U.L.I.P. is a heading of Theology that magnifies the sovereignty of God. Exalting God’s grace is the truth expressed in the doctrines of grace.
It is one of the toughest commandments we encounter in Scripture -- Jesus’ exhortation in Luke 6:27 to “Love your enemies.” In this five-part devotional, we’ll examine the ways Jesus wants and equips us to achieve that seemingly impossible task.
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