Be merciful as your Father is merciful.
– Luke 6:36 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
We who have been the recipients of God’s great mercy should also demonstrate that same mercy to those around us.

Stiving to get closer to Jesus every day and sharing what I learn.
Samuel told the entire nation of Israel, “If you are returning to the LORD wholeheartedly, get rid of the foreign gods you have, including the statues of the goddess Astarte. Make a commitment to the LORD, and serve only Him. Then He will rescue you from the Philistines.”
– 1 Samuel 7:3 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
Your deliverance can be hindered simply by having things in your life that God is not pleased with. Get rid of it!
But if you don’t want to serve the LORD, then choose today whom you will serve. Even if you choose the gods your ancestors served on the other side of the Euphrates or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you live, my family and I will still serve the LORD.”
– Joshua 24:15 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
Even if all around you think serving God is foolish, you must make a stand for Him.
The Spirit and the bride say, “Come!” Let those who hear this say, “Come!” Let those who are thirsty come! Let those who want the water of life take it as a gift.
– Revelation 22:17 (GOD’S WORD® Translation (©1995))
God’s desire is to give life so give up your own and take on His.