How does God show mercy to those who repent?

The mercy of God towards repentant sinners is central to His redemptive plan. Throughout Scripture, God is depicted as graciously transforming hearts that turn to Him in humility and repentance. In Nahum, while the focus is on judgment, there is an implicit reminder of the mercy that follows genuine repentance, just as the Ninevites experienced after Jonah’s warning. Forgiveness comes to those who cast themselves upon God's mercy, recognizing their unworthiness. This is perfectly fulfilled in the New Testament through Christ, whose sacrificial death opens the way for sinners to be justified and restored. Thus, God's mercy is not only an act of pardon but also a transformative grace that enables believers to live according to His will.