Sermon on the Mount - Beatitudes:Merciful

The Miracle of Mercy – “The Merciful”Text: Matthew 5:7 “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.”Title: The Miracle of Mercy — “The Merciful”Big idea: Mercy flows from the heart that’s already received mercy; showing mercy situates us within God’s economy and opens the door to receive mercy in return. SummaryMatthew 5:7 teaches that:·       Mercy flows from hearts shaped by God’s own character.·       Mercy is a kingdom marker.·       Mercy radiates Christ’s presence in a harsh world.·       Mercy reveals that one belongs to the family of God.·       Those who show mercy live in the continual stream of God’s mercy now and forever