IRIS

The Works of Mercy

1. What is mercy?

2. Why are we called to show mercy on others? See James 2:14-17.

3. How are we to show mercy to others? See Matthew 25:31-40.

Corporal Works of Mercy:

1. Feed the hungry.
2. Give drink to the thirsty. 3. Clothe the naked.
4. Shelter the homeless.
5. Visit the sick.
6. Visit the imprisoned.
7. Bury the dead.

Spiritual Works of Mercy:

1. Convert the sinner.
2. Instruct the ignorant.
3. Counsel the doubtful.
4. Comfort the sorrowful.
5. Bear wrongs patiently.
6. Forgive injuries.
7. Pray for the living and the dead.