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How do we know God's mercy is limited?

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God's mercy is limited as seen in His decision to not have mercy on Israel due to their idolatry, while offering redemption to Judah.

In Hosea 1:6-7, we see that God's mercy is not indiscriminately given; rather, it is extended based on His will and purpose. While the house of Israel faced judgment for their persistent idolatry, God chose to extend mercy to Judah. This distinction emphasizes the sovereignty of God in deciding whom to show mercy. As stated in Romans 9:15, 'I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy,' illustrating that God's mercy is not based on human merit but on His sovereign grace and purpose. Hence, the example of Israel and Judah affirms that God's mercy, while abundant, can also be justly withheld as a response to unfaithfulness and sin.
Scripture References: Hosea 1:6-7, Romans 9:15

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