~~~NOT BEYOND GOD'S MERCY~~

~~"Let the wicked change their ways and banish the very thought of doing wrong. Let them turn to the LORD that he may have mercy on them. Yes, turn to our God, for he will forgive generously."
---(Isaiah 55:7 / NLT)

~~The people of God are not perfect. Sometimes our bad choices seem insignificant, but they are putting small dents in our character and conscience that make it easier to make the next bad choice. Sometimes we have intentionally chosen to do ungodly things that hurt other people. Bad choices often lead to more bad choices, and sometimes we find ourselves in a situation that we never imagined would happen. If you are in that place, and you’ve made a mess of your life, I want you to know that you are not beyond God’s mercy. When you turn to the Lord and sincerely ask for forgiveness, not only is He ready to forgive you, He is able to restore you and change your life. Acknowledge your poor choices and their consequences to yourself and to God. Ask for His forgiveness. He is more than able to deliver you and give you hope for the future.
["If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. If we say that we have not sinned, we make Him a liar and His word is not in us." --(1 John 1:9-10) ]--

THINK ABOUT IT
Do you remember that, in the parable of the Prodigal Son, the father ran toward the returning son to embrace and restore him? Your Heavenly Father longs to be gracious to you and to others as well. Receive and celebrate His mercy.

PRAYER
~~"Heavenly Father, forgive me for when I have hurt You by hurting others. Your mercy brings clarity to my senses, that I might gain Your perspective. Thank You, Jesus, for paying the penalty for my sin and giving me hope. In Your name, I pray. Amen."
Blessings,
Pastor Allen Jackson