Title: The Gift of Mercy / Romans 12:8
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Introduction
Again, while studying the gift of God as the gift of the Holy Spirit, let's take a look at the gift of mercy, especially among the “gifts that come by the power of service.” As we know, the purpose of the gift 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 in the Greek dictionary is translated as “have compassion, have sympathy, have pity on you, have compassion, have mercy on you.” According to the biblical basis, Matthew 5:7, Null 16:24 , 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 curses or punishment. 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 those whose families are weak, the grieved, 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). ).
This gift shows love through action, even if you don't say much.
We should be merciful to all our neighbors, but there are some believers who have especially received this gift.
3. Self-diagnosis of the gifted messenger
In a society that lacks recognition like the present day, with the capacity God has specially given to His blessed members, “believes and unbelievers alike, show pure mercy to those who suffer from physical or mental problems, relieve suffering from a practical standpoint, and spread the love of Christ.” Think of it as the ability to show, humbly before God and under the illumination of the Holy Spirit, let's examine what gifts are given to us.
1) Use your gift of compassion personally by going to where help is needed.
2) Give practical love to people who need help after meeting spiritual and physical problems.
3) A kind heart naturally arises, is good at helping, and does not ask for any remuneration.
4) I want to give mental and material help to those who are worried about their families and those who have failed in business.
5) fellowship with the poor, orphans, widows, and the insane;
4 Discernment of the Gift of Mercy
1) The gift of the Holy Spirit = The ability to have a heart of pure love for those who suffer from problems and to put it into practice.
2) Human talent = It refers to the heart of pity for neighbors, not the spirit of Christ's philanthropy, but the basic human conscience.
3) Satan's analogy = I am trying to comfort you by mobilizing the methods of the world, not God's love or human rational mercy. It seeks to find pleasure in the world's pleasures, ease, or material things or fame.
conclusion ; Now, let's summarize today's sermon.
In this way, the gift of mercy is not given to all members of the church, but to those who are specially favored, referring to “the power of faith to act with pure love toward those who suffer from problems”.
This gift will be good if you use the gift of mercy in organizations such as district heads or evangelism, finance, service, kindergarten, restaurant management, etc. As with any gift, God's overflowing blessings will come if we develop and use the received gift without burying it in the ground.