How do we know we are called to be merciful?

In the sermon, it is pointed out that God is rich in mercy and that our call to be merciful stems directly from the mercy we have received. Ephesians 2:4-5 highlights that despite our sinful state, God made us alive together with Christ, which is a profound act of mercy. Hence, as believers who have experienced this mercy, we are called to extend it towards others. The concept of mercy is intertwined with our identity in Christ; having been made new, we are instructed to live out that new identity by showing mercy to others, regardless of their deserving of it. A believer's understanding of mercy must lead to actions that seek to aid others beyond their merits, reflecting God's character.