Daily Archives: July 5, 2017

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Mercy or Commendation

We humans tend to be quick with our reactions. If we approve of something we are quick to say so. If we don’t – well, we find ways to make that obvious as well. There are exceptions of course, but usually approval or disapproval is immediately apparent. Sadly, we may think that God also is quick to show approval and disapproval. But such thoughts will lead you to misunderstand the character of God and how he responds to your sins and the sins of others. Psalm 103 has some helpful guidelines regarding God’s response to sin. Look at verses 8-10: The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. He will not always accuse, nor will he […]