How do we know God rules with mercy?

Psalm 99 presents God as a King who rules from a throne of mercy, emphasizing that when sinners approach Him, they do so to receive compassion rather than condemnation. Unlike earthly kings whose judgments can be arbitrary, the Lord offers steadfast mercy, a crucial aspect of His character. God’s mercy is made possible through the sacrificial blood of Christ, which guarantees that all who seek mercy will receive it, regardless of their sins, making His throne a place of refuge and hope for believers.