Scripture: Matthew 9:27
As Jesus went on from there, two blind men followed him, calling out, “Have mercy on us, Son of David!”
Thought for the Day: When was the last time you were on the receiving end of mercy? When was the last time you freely offered mercy? I remember assigning a task to a group of youth, the task of extending mercy wherever possible and to write down their experiences. The youth returned with a boat-load of stories, though there was a common thread of suspicion. People did not trust the words of mercy, often looking for the surprise ending. I can understand people’s skepticism, yet this becomes for Christians a great challenge. We have an uphill struggle against the reservations of many. We could let it deter our calling, or we could offer this gift with even more enthusiasm to those who hunger for it.
Prayer: As you have been merciful to me, O Heavenly Father, I pray that I can bring this mercy to others. Through your strength may it be so. Amen.
