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Mercy in Motion: Kindness as Kingdom Living

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Intro

Yo—it’s Muscle Dogg, and today we’re diving into the kind of mercy that moves.

See, it’s easy to talk about kindness when everybody’s cool with you.

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But Jesus raised the bar.

He said, don’t just love the easy folks—show mercy even when it costs you.

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That’s not weakness.

That’s Kingdom strength.

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1: Kindness Is More Than Words

Matthew 5:38-39 says:

“You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’ But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other also.”

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That means:

• Mercy is choosing peace over payback.

• Kindness is stronger than revenge.

• God’s way flips the world’s logic—He calls you to live higher.

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Mercy in motion means choosing love when your flesh wants war.

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2: Mercy Goes Beyond the Minimum

Matthew 5:41 says:

“If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two.”

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That means:

• Kingdom kindness isn’t about checking boxes—it’s about going further.

• Mercy surprises people—it shows God’s heart in ways words can’t.

• The second mile is where faith comes alive.

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Mercy in motion means doing more than expected.

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3: Mercy Points People to the Father

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Luke 6:36 says:

“Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.”

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That means:

• Your kindness is a reflection of your Father’s character.

• When you show mercy, you reveal God’s love to a watching world.

• People may not remember your words, but they’ll never forget your mercy.

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Mercy in motion means being the proof of God’s goodness on display.

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Conclusion

Mercy that sits still ain’t mercy at all.

Real Kingdom kindness moves—

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It turns the other cheek, walks the extra mile, and reflects the Father’s heart.

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Call to Action (CTA)

Ask yourself today:

Where can I put mercy into motion this week?

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Forgive instead of fight.

Give instead of withhold.

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Walk the second mile.

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What to Hold Onto

• Mercy is more powerful than revenge.

• Kindness grows when you choose the second mile.

• Every act of mercy points people straight to Jesus.

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So move in mercy.

Live in kindness.

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And let your life preach Kingdom love.

Muscle Dogg loves ya—go be mercy in motion today.

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