[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fUMnFJsQeoXcV3H9sFQ0ImB26InZFIeostPuiI_nsi-g":3,"$f0qxrhWNVvcj2tNzaE7wDdLRTtB6bMeClXVQrQpLPl1o":10},{"tag":4},{"id":5,"tag_name":6,"tag_first_letter":7,"tag_count":8,"tag_description":9},46972,"mercy-of-god","m",36,"The concept of the \"mercy of God\" is a profound and comforting theme that resonates deeply within the human spirit. It represents the boundless compassion, forgiveness, and love that a divine presence extends to humanity, often seen as a guiding light in times of darkness and despair. This theme embodies the idea that no matter how far one may stray, there is always a path back to grace and redemption. People are drawn to quotes about the mercy of God because they offer solace and hope, reminding us of the possibility of renewal and the unwavering support that transcends human limitations. In a world often marked by challenges and uncertainties, these quotes serve as a beacon of reassurance, encouraging individuals to embrace forgiveness, both for themselves and others. They inspire a sense of peace and acceptance, fostering a deeper understanding of the divine love that is ever-present and all-encompassing. Whether seeking comfort in difficult times or simply reflecting on the beauty of divine compassion, the mercy of God is a theme that continues to inspire and uplift, offering a timeless reminder of the transformative power of grace.",{"quotes":11,"pagination":149},[12,29,43,52,66,80,94,108,122,135],{"id":13,"quote_text":14,"author_id":15,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":18,"source":24,"quote_tag":25,"commentary":23},2316116,"That preaching is sadly defective which dwells exclusively on the mercies of God and the joys of heaven, yet never sets forth the terrors of the Lord and the miseries of hell.",177428,4,false,{"id":15,"author_name":19,"slug":20,"author_name_first_letter":21,"article_count":22,"image_url":23},"J. C. Ryle","j-c-ryle","J",471,null,{},[26],{"id":27,"tag":28},5298761,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":30,"quote_text":31,"author_id":32,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":33,"source":38,"quote_tag":39,"commentary":23},2107590,"Nevertheless, the liturgy of Ash Wednesday is not focussed on the sinfulness of the penitent but on the mercy of God. The question of sinfulness is raised precisely because this is a day of mercy, and the just do not need a savior.",1317,{"id":32,"author_name":34,"slug":35,"author_name_first_letter":36,"article_count":37,"image_url":23},"Thomas Merton","thomas-merton","T",854,{},[40],{"id":41,"tag":42},5093430,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":44,"quote_text":45,"author_id":32,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":46,"source":47,"quote_tag":48,"commentary":23},2107277,"For language to have meaning, there must be intervals of silence somewhere, to divide word from word and utterance from utterance. He who retires into silence does not necessarily hate language. Perhaps it is love and respect for language which imposes silence upon him. For the mercy of God is not heard in words unless it is heard, both before and after the words are spoken, in silence,",{"id":32,"author_name":34,"slug":35,"author_name_first_letter":36,"article_count":37,"image_url":23},{},[49],{"id":50,"tag":51},5093122,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":53,"quote_text":54,"author_id":55,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":56,"source":61,"quote_tag":62,"commentary":23},2052110,"You will see the mercy of God toward His creatures, how He has provided that which is required, in proper proportions, and treated all individual beings of the same species with perfect equality. ...for it is an act of great and perfect goodness that He gave us existence; and the creation of the controlling faculty in animals is a proof of His mercy towards them, as has been shown by us.",37252,{"id":55,"author_name":57,"slug":58,"author_name_first_letter":59,"article_count":60,"image_url":23},"Maimonides","maimonides","M",179,{},[63],{"id":64,"tag":65},5038810,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":67,"quote_text":68,"author_id":69,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":70,"source":75,"quote_tag":76,"commentary":23},2004799,"I believe that no hell will be lacking which would help the just mercy of God to redeem his children.",3469,{"id":69,"author_name":71,"slug":72,"author_name_first_letter":73,"article_count":74,"image_url":23},"George MacDonald","george-macdonald","G",783,{},[77],{"id":78,"tag":79},4992187,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":81,"quote_text":82,"author_id":83,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":84,"source":89,"quote_tag":90,"commentary":23},1976129,"The tender Mercy of God has given us one another.",161035,{"id":83,"author_name":85,"slug":86,"author_name_first_letter":87,"article_count":88,"image_url":23},"Catherine McAuley","catherine-mcauley","C",30,{},[91],{"id":92,"tag":93},4963973,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":95,"quote_text":96,"author_id":97,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":98,"source":103,"quote_tag":104,"commentary":23},1725699,"Apart from the mercy of God, there is no other source of hope for mankind.",1992,{"id":97,"author_name":99,"slug":100,"author_name_first_letter":101,"article_count":102,"image_url":23},"Pope John Paul II","pope-john-paul-ii","P",620,{},[105],{"id":106,"tag":107},4717374,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":109,"quote_text":110,"author_id":111,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":112,"source":116,"quote_tag":117,"commentary":121},1670950,"Our prayer and God's mercy are like two buckets in a well; while the one ascends the other descends.",146934,{"id":111,"author_name":113,"slug":114,"author_name_first_letter":59,"article_count":115,"image_url":23},"Mark Hopkins","mark-hopkins",31,{},[118],{"id":119,"tag":120},4663498,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},"**The Backstory**\nMark Hopkins, a close friend and mentor to Abraham Lincoln, penned this quote in the mid-19th century. During this time, Hopkins was grappling with the struggles of the American Civil War and the personal loss of loved ones. His words reflect a poignant understanding of the interconnectedness of prayer and divine mercy.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nThe quote reveals a profound paradox: while we may experience moments of spiritual uplift and connection with a higher power, this ascent is inextricably linked to the darkness and suffering that precedes it. In essence, Hopkins is suggesting that the very act of seeking solace and guidance through prayer is inextricably tied to the depths of human pain and vulnerability.\n\n**How to Use This**\nWhen facing personal or professional adversity, recognize that your moments of clarity and insight often arise from the depths of struggle. Instead of trying to suppress or avoid pain, acknowledge its presence and use it as a catalyst for growth and spiritual exploration.",{"id":123,"quote_text":124,"author_id":125,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":126,"source":130,"quote_tag":131,"commentary":23},1610116,"Charity is a supreme virtue, and the great channel through which the mercy of God is passed on to mankind. It is the virtue that unites men and inspires their noblest efforts.",18102,{"id":125,"author_name":127,"slug":128,"author_name_first_letter":87,"article_count":129,"image_url":23},"Conrad Hilton","conrad-hilton",38,{},[132],{"id":133,"tag":134},4603609,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"id":136,"quote_text":137,"author_id":138,"source_id":16,"has_image":17,"author":139,"source":144,"quote_tag":145,"commentary":23},1597196,"It is highly convenient to believe in the infinite mercy of God when you feel the need of mercy, but remember also his infinite justice.",88823,{"id":138,"author_name":140,"slug":141,"author_name_first_letter":142,"article_count":143,"image_url":23},"Benjamin Haydon","benjamin-haydon","B",44,{},[146],{"id":147,"tag":148},4590902,{"id":5,"tag_name":6},{"currentPage":150,"totalPages":16,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":151},1,10]