God is love, but God is also all about mercy as evidenced by the life and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. We are to become like our Master in all ways, including developing the godly trait of mercy. Merciful people become eligible for mercy from God (Matthew 5:7). 

John Elliott

Elder, United Church of God

John Elliott is a retired pastor of congregations in Canada, the United States, East Africa and serves on the Council of Elders.