Have you ever had a friend or sibling copy everything you do? Sometimes they do it just to get on your nerves. Other times they do it because they genuinely look up to you and want to be like you. Regardless of why they do it, it can get kind of annoying at times. You just want to be you and you just want them to be them. Makes sense.
Read Luke 6:36.
Well, the whole “copycats are annoying” bit doesn’t apply when it comes to God and us. We’re called to be like him. Scripture literally calls us to imitate him (Ephesians 5:1). And one of the ways we’re called to be like him is in the mercy and compassion we show other people. Compassion and mercy are a part of who God is. So, they need to be a part of who we are.
The issue is, how do we become more compassionate and merciful? It’s not about trying harder and putting forth more effort. It’s about our hearts being changed and pursuing Christ-likeness. Without that heart change, our compassion and mercy will be short lived.
Think About This...
Read Luke 6:36.
Well, the whole “copycats are annoying” bit doesn’t apply when it comes to God and us. We’re called to be like him. Scripture literally calls us to imitate him (Ephesians 5:1). And one of the ways we’re called to be like him is in the mercy and compassion we show other people. Compassion and mercy are a part of who God is. So, they need to be a part of who we are.
The issue is, how do we become more compassionate and merciful? It’s not about trying harder and putting forth more effort. It’s about our hearts being changed and pursuing Christ-likeness. Without that heart change, our compassion and mercy will be short lived.
Think About This...
- Do you believe you’re a compassionate and merciful person? Would other people describe you as such?
- How can you pursue more Christ-likeness in this area?
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