God's highest priority and deepest delight and first reaction—his heart—is merciful and gracious.
"The LORD passed before him and proclaimed, 'The LORD, the LORD, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness, keeping steadfast love for thousands, forgiving iniquity and transgression and sin, but who will by no ... Show More
Apr 2020
Day 11 - Friend of Sinners
The promise of the gospel—and the message of the whole Bible—is that in Jesus Christ, we are given a friend who will always enjoy rather than refuse our presence. "The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, 'Look at him! A glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax colle ... Show More
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Jul 2025
A Prayer to Show Compassion
We often read Scripture quickly, missing the weight of each word. In this episode, Laura Bailey invites us to linger on Colossians 3:12, uncovering how a deeper understanding of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience can transform our walk with Christ—one intent ... Show More
6m 46s
Jul 2024
A Prayer to Show Compassion
We can’t live a perfect life, but we can choose compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience daily. - Laura Bailey SUBSCRIBE to our sister podcasts: The Crosswalk Devotional: https://www.lifeaudio.com/crosswalk-devotional
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6m 46s
Apr 2025
Fifth Sunday & Week of Lent: The Gift of Mercy
<p><b>In our meditation of the week</b>: Reflecting on the Gospel of the woman caught in adultery (John 8:1–11), Msgr. Fred Dolan invites us to contemplate the gift of mercy—a central theme of the Christian life. In this powerful scene, Christ reveals the heart of the Father, not ... Show More
24m 54s