Matthew 5-7 states, “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy”. This beatitude, part of the Sermon on the Mount, emphasizes that individuals who extend compassion and forgiveness to others will be shown the same grace in return, especially from God.
It suggests that by extending mercy, we invite mercy back into our lives. This verse is not about earning salvation through good deeds, but rather about recognizing that those who truly experience God’s mercy are also those who are merciful to others.
Similarly, Luke 6:20-49 is a call to discipleship that challenges individuals to live a life of radical compassion, love and obedience, even in the face of adversity. It emphasizes that the true faith is not just a belief system but a way of life that transforms how we relate to others and the world around us.
