August 19, 2007: Nope, That Was My Stomach – Michael Hidalgo

Mercy is often viewed as pity for those who need. We look at someone who is more vulnerable than us and think, what a pity … but this is not what Jesus is getting at with the word mercy. The idea of pity, actually comes from a Greek perspective. From a Jewish perspective is spoke of God’s faithfulness to his people. Jesus calls his followers to be people who are faithful to others. Those who are committed, trustworthy, loving, loyal, and kind. This is the kind of God we serve, one who is not slow in fulfilling his promises, but one who is trustworthy, loving, faithful and kind. We will learn that more than merely feeling sorry for someone, when Jesus had compassion / mercy it was always followed by action.