An Act, Not a Feeling

Mercy, as defined by Merriam-Webster, is compassion or forbearance shown especially to an offender.

I was reminded by a friend that forgiveness is an act, not a feeling. It is within my power to forgive, but I will not be able to let go of the offense unless I am willing to have mercy on the offender. Once I find mercy for them I will then be able to forgive. Makes sense. Mercy is a noun and forgive is a verb.

So where do I get me some of that mercy….Oh ya. ;o)

Hebrews 4:16
Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in out time of need.