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Embracing Mercy: The Heart of Compassion in Matthew 5:7

In this insightful message delivered by Dr. Dane Boyles, we explore the transformative power of mercy as outlined in the Beatitudes. Focusing on Matthew 5:7, "Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy," we dive into the essence of mercy that begins with empathy and manifests through kind actions. Discover how Jesus exemplified mercy by looking beyond sin and recognizing need. This reflection emphasizes that no one is perfect, and our churches should welcome all, embodying the heart of Christ through compassion and grace.

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Embracing Mercy: The Heart of Compassion in Matthew 5:7

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  1. “Mercy Starts with You”Matthew 5:708/14/2010Dr. Dane Boyles

  2. “Mercy Starts with You” • The first four Beatitudes focus inward. • The next four Beatitudes show us Christ’s heart for people.

  3. “Mercy Starts with You” • Unforeseen Kindheartedness 7Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. (Matthew 5:7)

  4. “Mercy Starts with You” • Mercy begins with sympathy and it leads to action. • Mercy is better than pity.

  5. “Mercy Starts with You” • Mercy is kindness and compassion where it’s notexpected. • Mercy is also similar to grace.

  6. John 7:44 44 Then he turned toward the woman and said to Simon, “Do you see this woman? I came into your house. You did not give me any water for my feet, but she wet my feet with her tears and wiped them with her hair.

  7. John 7:39 39 When the Pharisee who had invited him saw this, he said to himself, “If this man were a prophet, he would know who is touching him and what kind of woman she is—that she is a sinner.”

  8. “Mercy Starts with You” • What do you think Jesus saw?

  9. “Mercy Starts with You” • Jesus looked beyond this woman’s sin, and saw her need.  7Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy (Matthew 5:7)

  10. “Mercy Starts with You” • No Perfect People Permitted • Are messed up people welcome at your church? • Mercy means that everybody’s welcome.

  11. “Mercy Starts with You” • Mercy Starts with You 7Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy (Matthew 5:7)

  12. “Mercy Starts with You”Matthew 5:708/14/2010Dr. Dane Boyles

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