Love Mercy

In Micah 6:8 the prophet called upon the people to "do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with their God." Powerful challenge to treat people with justice (treat others fairly); to love mercy (treat others kindly when they don't deserve it); and to walk humbly (to serve willingly). It's pretty natural for us to demand justice--to insist that we be treated fairly. But it is supernatural for us to demonstrate justice, mercy, and humility. Micah 6:8 calls us to live completely counter to our self-centered natural inclinations. We want to be treated justly, but often neglect to deal with others fairly. We desire to receive mercy--not getting the punishment we deserve, but we are arrogantly reluctant to extend mercy to those we are certain do not deserve it. We long to be recognized and appreciated, but struggle to take a back seat, serve, and let others receive the credit. Lord, work in my heart today to put you first and think about my own actions towards others rather than their actions towards me. Teach me to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly.