What Does the Bible Say About Mercy?

Exodus 34:6

“And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, “The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness.””

Micah 6:8

“He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.”

Luke 6:36

“Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.”

Psalm 103:8

“The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love.”

Matthew 5:7

“Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.”

James 2:13

“because judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgment.”

Colossians 3:12

“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”