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Mercy in Action: Thoughtful Christian Care

The love of Jesus gives shape to the way we notice, listen, welcome, and help. These short reflections connect Scripture with practical care for neighbors and shared life in the church.

Choose a reading for the kind of care before you. Each includes a prayer and original handmade artwork to save, print, or share.

Black brush lettering on ivory handmade paper: “Let the mercy we pray for shape the care we offer.” — Practicing Mercy With Truthful Care

Black brush lettering on ivory handmade paper: “Let love become a kindness someone can actually receive.” — Letting Love Become an Action Someone Can Receive

Let love take a practical form

Noticing the Worker It Is Easy to Walk Past (James 2:1-9)
Caring for People Who Cannot Repay You (Luke 6:32-36)
Doing Good When Recognition Never Comes (Hebrews 6:9-12)
Speaking Up for Someone Who Is Being Overlooked (Proverbs 31:8-9)
Practicing Mercy With Truthful Care (Zechariah 7:8-10)
Jesus Sees the Woman Bent Double (Luke 13:10-17)
Remembering People in Prison With Prayer and Care (Hebrews 13:1-3)
Sharing Scripture With Someone Who Is Learning (2 Timothy 2:1-2)
Caring for the Stranger With Love (Deuteronomy 10:12-19)
Letting Love Become an Action Someone Can Receive (1 John 3:16-18)

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