Love Mercy.

Jonah knew that God was merciful so he ran away from Ninevah. When he finally showed up God proved compassionate and Jonah didn't like it. God gave Jonah a lesson in mercy. Jesus, likewise calls us to "be merciful just as your Father is merciful" (Lk.6:36). When I think of the mercy I have experienced from God it is a motivator to express mercy towards others.When I forget how God has extended His mercy towards me it is easy to become judgmental of others. It is really a twisted sense of pride that allows me to self-righteously and inappropriately judge others while basking in the mercy God has given to me. Lord, help me reflect more seriously on your mercy in my life so that I more consistently extend that mercy towards others.