Daily Devotions: Mercy Is God's Choice – July 24, 2026

Romans 9:15–16 (NLT) – “For God said to Moses, ‘I will show mercy to anyone I choose, and I will show compassion to anyone I choose.’ So it is God who decides to show mercy. We can neither choose it nor work for it.”   In this episode of Daily Devotions, Pastor David Sumrall highlights the sovereign nature of God’s mercy and grace. He addresses the common misconception that mercy is something believers can demand or earn through good works, reminding us that it remains a divine choice made by the Father according to His own purposes.   Pastor Sumrall explains that because mercy is God’s decision, it cannot be bought or chosen through our own efforts. However, he encourages believers to always remain humble and prayerful, coming before the Father to ask for mercy rather than attempting to demand it. Understanding God’s sovereignty allows us to trust His heart and His compassion in every circumstance. ---- Don’t forget to like, subscribe to Cathedral of Praise TV https://www.youtube.com/c/cathedralofpraiseTV/?sub_confirmation=1,and hit the bell icon 🔔 to stay updated. Pastor David Sumrall and Sister Beverley Sumrall serve as the undershepherds of Cathedral of Praise—a Christian church dedicated to Jesus and His Word, with campuses across Metro Manila and branches worldwide. Learn more about Pastor David Sumrall: https://linktr.ee/davidsumrall Subscribe to Sister Beverley Sumrall’s Podcast: https://cathedralofpraisemanila.com.ph/podcasts/praise-moments/ Know more about Cathedral of Praise: https://linktr.ee/cathedralofpraise Listen to Bible Radio: https://linktr.ee/bible.radio Check out our music: https://linktr.ee/cathedralofpraisemusic Join the Daily Manna Feeding Program: https://www.facebook.com/COPDailyManna © 2026 Cathedral of Praise. All rights reserved. This video and its content are the property of Cathedral of Praise. Sharing is permitted only by linking to the original source. Unauthorized use, reproduction, modification, or distribution is strictly prohibited.