All too often, we see mercy as simply forgiveness for when we’ve sinned. This understanding might cause us to miss out, Dr. Sri explains, on the incredible beauty of God’s mercy: it means he wants to heal and restore us. Drawing on Biblical examples, Dr. Sri leads us to a deeper understanding of the Kyrie as we call on God’s mercy, not just for forgiveness of sins, but for a deeper relationship with him and healing of all our struggles and suffering.
How can you grow in confidence that God’s mercy is not only forgiving you, but actively healing and transforming your heart?What areas of your life do you most desire Jesus to heal, and how can you bring those to him in prayer?How might seeing yourself through the loving gaze of the Father change the way you respond to your own weaknesses?Who in your life can you intentionally entrust to God’s mercy and loving care during prayer?