Not Showing Others Mercy…..

Not showing others mercy really ticks God off. Why? Because He shows us mercy and expects us to show the world what He has given us. Think about it, when we are shown mercy, not getting what we deserve, we are relieved of the consequences of what our actions create. Why do we so easily forget this relief? And why do we still want to inflict consequences upon others that have done the exact same thing? Isn’t part of the purpose of His mercy with us to pass it on to others? Isn’t the purpose of mercy to bring peace into the chaos humanity creates. When we are uncaring and even ruthless with others it only shows where our priorities are, 100% self-focused. When we are full of ourselves, there’s no room for anything else, and our relationships always suffer because of it. Do yourself a favor, show mercy to others. And if you find it impossible, ask God to give you some of His. He isn’t selfish with His mercy or His grace. It’s powerful stuff, powerful enough to change lives.

For I was angry with My chosen people and punished them by letting them fall into your hands.But you, Babylon, showed them no mercy.You oppressed even the elderly.7 You said, ‘I will reign forever as queen of the world!’You did not reflect on your actionsor think about their consequences. 8 “Listen to this, you pleasure-loving kingdom,living at ease and feeling secure.You say, ‘I am the only one, and there is no other.I will never be a widow or lose my children.’9 Well, both these things will come upon you in a moment:widowhood and the loss of your children.Yes, these calamities will come upon you,despite all your witchcraft and magic. 10 “You felt secure in your wickedness.‘No one sees me,’ you said.But your ‘wisdom’ and ‘knowledge’ have led you astray,and you said, ‘I am the only one, and there is no other.’11 So disaster will overtake you,and you won’t be able to charm it away.Calamity will fall upon you,and you won’t be able to buy your way out.A catastrophe will strike you suddenly,one for which you are not prepared. Isaiah 47:6-11