Well Matthew was actually a tax collector, not the kind of tax collectors and accountants we have today but in those days the job of tax collector was considered to be dirty and traitorous. Despite this however Jesus became his friend and spent time with him. Jesus was merciful to him. Jesus asks us to show mercy to others as well, to the outcasts and the unfortunate...
Think of a time you have been shown mercy recently.
Do you know someone who might need mercy?
What kind things can you do for them this week?
Hopefully we can all see mercy at our local Salvation Army Corps as well. Talk to your Corps Officer or youth leader about what you might be able to help out with. I'm sure they would love your help.
If you want to find out more Google Biblical Mercy. Or sometimes mercy is referred to as Charity, try Googling Christian Charity as well.
For a really cool example of mercy in the bible check out the story of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10.
The most famous woman, in fact person, in the world for showing mercy to others is Mother Teresa a Catholic nun. There was a tele-movie made about her life in 2003 called simply Mother Teresa. Try to get your hands on it or search for it on Youtube. You will be amazed at her life and the work she accomplished during her time on earth...
Think about it! Pray about it!***
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