GOD'S MERCY ENDURETH FOREVER. It is no uncommon thing to mistake the character of our God, and conceive of Him as unmerciful, and so dishonour His name, and distress our own soul. It is plainly and plentifully declared in the divine word, that our God is merciful, and the same is amply proved in nature, providence, and redemption. It is to be firmly believed and constantly remembered, especially when burdened with guilt, or at the throne confessing sin; when enduring trials, or pleading with God for blessings; when performing duties, or suffering privations; when experiencing misery, or comforting mourners. "Our God is a merciful God." But mercy and holiness are united in His nature, word, and ways. He is not implacable or difficult to please, but He should be daily loved and constantly trusted. His mercy is the sun that enlightens, the ocean that supplies, and the army that guards us. But for His mercy we should soon sink into despair, or run into desperation; but now we may trust and not be afraid, walk with Him in peace, and rejoice in Him day by day.

For Meditation:
Merciful God, Thyself proclaim,
In my sin-burdened breast;
Mercy is Thy delightful name,
Which suits a sinner best.
Thy mighty mercy now make known
In me, and claim me for Thy own.