Mercy Shines Forth

Keller Quote & 2 points
“We are more sinful and flawed in ourselves than we ever dared believe, yet at the very same time we are more loved and accepted in Jesus Christ than we ever dared hope.” -Tim Keller
1) We are more sinful and flawed in ourselves than we ever dared believe
2) We are more loved and accepted in Jesus Christ than we ever dared hope.

4 Main Ideas Related to God’s Mercy
1) God forgives sins because of His tender mercy (v77-78)
2) In tender mercy, He came to us (v78)
3) In tender mercy He shines light into our darkness (v79)
4) In tender mercy He lights a path for us to walk in peace (v79)
Mercy Definitions
: kind or forgiving treatment of someone who could be treated harshly
: kindness or help given to people who are in a very bad or desperate situation