Blessed: Loving Generously Sermon Notes
Pastor Vance Weeks
October 13, 2024

Matthew 5:7

What it does mean to be merciful (Hebrews 2:17, Luke 10:36-37)

Who should we show mercy to?

• Sick and hurting


• Hungry


• Helpless and hopeless


• Lost


• Those who need to change


• Our enemies (Matthew 18:26-27)

The reward for mercy is mercy (Psalm 28:6, Titus 3:5, 1 Peter 1:3, Matthew 18:32-35)

How do we learn to give the mercy God desires?


1. It is a fruit of the other kingdom attitudes


2. Don’t just see a need


3. Identify with others


4. Identify your struggles with giving mercy


5. Know God more