「Nevertheless He regarded their affliction,

　When He heard their cry;」　Amen.

　God chose the people of Israel and made a covenant with them. However, the people turned away from God, fell into idolatry, and continued on their selfish ways. They were a people who, to put it bluntly, deserved to be judged. But God's mercy and compassion focused on the suffering of the people and provided a way of salvation. This is also true for us today. God's mercy and compassion were focused on the suffering of the people, and He provided a way of salvation for them.　

　May we thank the Lord for His mercy today....

God bless you.   See you tomorrow.