Title: The Gift of Mercy (Romans 12:8)
As for the content, while studying the gift of the Holy Spirit, we will look at the gift of mercy, especially among the “gifts that come through the power of service. As we know, the purpose of the gifts of the Holy Spirit is o[f 4:12 reveals that “to perfect the saints,” “to do the work of service,” and “to build up the body of Christ.” making it clear
The gift of mercy is translated in the Greek dictionary as “have compassion, sympathize, have pity, have mercy, have mercy”. , Romans 9:15, 1 Tim 1:13, Acts 16:33-34, the meaning can be found.
This gift is undoubtedly a gift that shines like a comet in the night sky in an age where the world is increasingly persecuted and people are cruel.
1. Definition of the gift of mercy
The text says, “Let him who shows mercy do it with joy.” The gift of mercy is sometimes called the “gift of mercy.” This gift of mercy is also a bold gift. It was mercy that Blind Bartimaeus cried out to the Lord and asked for mercy. “Mercy” can be defined as a God who gives unconditionally without expecting to repay those who do not deserve it.
Also, the meaning of mercy is interpreted as “We should give as we should on God’s part, but because we are pitiful, he does not give us curses or punishments.” The gift of exhortation helps people with words of love, while the gift of mercy helps people with acts of love. All believers help people only when urgent situations arise.
But those who have been gifted with compassion and patience use the gift of compassion on behalf of the many unfortunates, including the poor, the oppressed, the poor, the widows, orphans, and the mentally retarded.
Like a good Samaritan, you can enjoy the gift of mercy to your neighbors and experience a deep sense of fulfillment in your life of faith.
We have these gifts as well, so we should be believers who extend their hands of mercy to their neighbors.
2. Characteristics of the gift of mercy
“George Muller,” in the history of the church, can also be seen using his gift of compassion by dedicating himself to the thousands of orphans in Bristol. This gift is a gift of love from God, revealed through the believer.
When using this gift, it is said, “Do it with pleasure. Since the great light (life) has been forgiven for those who are doomed to death like us, we must joyfully preach the gospel with mercy and compassion to those who do not yet know the Lord, but refrain from common mercy and sympathy (Matthew 5:38-44). ).
It is a gift that love can be expressed through actions, even if we do not say much.