How do we respond to God's call for mercy?

Responding to God's call for mercy requires an honest acknowledgment of our sinful nature, as affirmed in Romans 3:23. This understanding drives us to cry out to God for mercy, echoing the sentiment of the tax collector in Luke 18:13 who humbly sought grace. God's promise in James 4:8 is that if we draw near to God, He will draw near to us. The act of seeking God with all our heart reflects a dependence on His grace, as our only plea is rooted in the completed work of Christ who saves us from our sin.