Tuesday, August 15 Stop judging that you may not be judged; for with the judgment you are judging, you will be judged.​—Matt. 7:1, 2.

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Tuesday, August 15

Stop judging that you may not be judged; for with the judgment you are judging, you will be judged.—Matt. 7:1, 2.

 

We must keep on guard against harshness and strive to be “rich in mercy,” like our God. (Eph. 2:4) Mercy is more than just a feeling. In fact, mercy has been defined as “compassion in action.” All of us, then, can look carefully at the needs in our family, our congregation, and our community. Surely there are many opportunities to show mercy! Is someone in need of comfort? Can we offer practical help, perhaps providing some food or doing some thoughtful deed? Might a reinstated Christian need some comforting, upbuilding association? Can we share the comforting message of the good news with others? (Job 29:12, 13; Rom. 10:14, 15; Jas. 1:27) If we are alert to such needs, we will see that there are opportunities all around us to show mercy. When we show mercy, how we must delight our heavenly Father, the God who is “rich in mercy”! w21.10 13 ¶20-22