Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Mercy...


I am always moved by those mentioned in the scriptures.  There is the faithful Abraham; the laughing Sarah, the obedient Hagar, the repentant Abimelek; the slave’s son, Ismael.   Their faith and belief encourages me.  However their struggles are my greatest lessons.
In them I see Him.  The God of mercy.   He is the one who forgives Abraham’s fears and lies.  The one who blesses Sarah, despite her harshness and mistreatment.  The one who considers Abimelek’s lack of understanding, and treats him fairly.  The one who listens to Hagar’s anguished, and not only provides but gives blessings to her offspring.   
As I view their struggles, I am affirmed in the knowledge of Him.  I am moved by the outpouring of his mercy, not only on them, but on me. He who is able to give an imperfect man, blessings beyond what he deserves.  He who is able to complete the work He began.   The God who is faithful and fulfills all promises.  I am grateful for in Him, there is Hope for me…
Copyright January 2014

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