JOHN SHIRK – In the Year to Shine, today’s Vital Step to a Radiant Faith is to view God’s mercy.

The pattern of the Bible often reveals what God did for us before telling us what to do for Him. Keeping God’s mercy in view motivates us to honor Him with our lives. His kindness leads to repentance.

Here are some examples of this pattern from the Bible. Romans 12:1 says, “In view of God’s mercy, offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God-this is your true and proper worship.”

Colossians 3:12-“Therefore as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”

Before giving the Ten Commandments, the LORD said, “I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery.” We love because God loved us first.

Viewing God’s mercy is a Vital Step to a Radiant Faith that makes a difference in our world.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com