30. MERCY AND TRUTH

 









FOOD FOR THOUGHT

30. MERCY AND TRUTH

Proverbs 3:4 says, "And so find Favour and high esteem in the sight of God and man."

Most times believers dwell more on finding favour and high esteem (good understanding) in the sight of God and man.

We hardly remember 'And so', that begins verse 4. It is a follow up to verse 3!

Proverbs 3:3 says, " Let not mercy and truth forsake you, bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart."

The thing to note here is you should not forsake mercy and truth. Mercy and Truth should be an important part of your life. You should always remember to practice Mercy and Truth. When you do this, verse 4 comes into fulfilment.

 'And so' in verse 4 gives you assurance. When you diligently practice Mercy and Truth, Favour and High esteem are assured.

What is Mercy and Truth?

According to Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary,

MERCY is a kind or forgiving attitude shown towards somebody you have the right or power to punish.

And TRUTH is that which is True.

While 'True' is that which is accurate.

When the qualities of Mercy and Truth are your lifestyle, you will find favour and high esteem with God and man!!

In all you do, be merciful and truthful. So Favour and high esteem will happen in your life!

"The merciful man does good for his own soul. But he who is cruel troubles his flesh." Proverbs 11:17.

"Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD, but those who deal truthfully are His delight." Proverbs 12:22.

Show Mercy. Be Truthful.

Favour and high esteem will be yours.

God bless!

 

VAB, LAGOS.

https://vabfoods4thot.blogspot.com

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