Mercy

This is one of the stained glass windows in our church.  We call it "The Eye of God".  It's a good sized round window and is pretty creepy.

What does this have to do with mercy?  Well, to me, mercy means giving someone a break even when you have power over them.  God may see all, but he gives us a break; or shows mercy.

This is a really hard word to write about.  Mercy often has bad connotations, (Mercy Killing, Beg for Mercy, etc.).  Our society thinks it shows signs of weakness to ask for mercy.

I think it takes great strength to receive mercy.  

To humble yourself and receive kindness from someone who has the power to do you harm.  To put pride aside and receive grace.

To put pride aside and offer mercy to one you could vanquish, that is more than many men can do.

That's what mercy is to me.

What are your thoughts?