…he  that  sheweth  mercy,  with cheerfulness. Romans  12:8 What is the gift of mercy? Mercy is defined as active compassion by word or deed. It is the ability to assist to alleviate someone  else’s  pain  and suffering through words and actions that are genuine and empathetic. It is said that the percentage number of people given this gift among God’s are altogether 7 gifts and if such a large percentage is given to mercy, it must mean that the Lord knows we need it in the local church. In a world battered by the cruelty and loveless relationships, the Lord Jesus instructs His church to be a place where unconditional…