Key Idea: As recipients of the Lord’s mercy, we must be givers of mercy through Jesus Christ’s example.

     Giving mercy. (V.1-3)

V.1 Psalm 1:1-3; Proverbs 14:21; Matthew 25:35-40

     Receiving mercy. (V.4-9)

V.4 2 Corinthians 12:8-9

V.5 2 Samuel 16:15-17:4

V.9 John 13:18

     Blessing the Lord for His mercy. (V.10-13)

V.11 Psalm 18:19; Psalm 147:11; Psalm 149:4; Titus 3:4-7

V.12 Psalm 26:11-12

     Application:

Have I received the mercy and grace of the Lord?

Am I giving out mercy as God does, or how I see best?

Am I living a life that blesses the Lord in His grace and mercy?