What does God's mercy mean for believers?

For believers, God's mercy is the assurance of forgiveness and acceptance, even when they feel unworthy. As seen in the story of Mephibosheth, he was not merely shown kindness; he was elevated to a position of honor as one of the king's sons, despite his past as an enemy. This mirrors the New Testament truth found in Galatians 4, where believers are adopted as sons of God through faith in Jesus Christ. God's mercy means that instead of receiving what our sins deserve, we are granted a new identity and intimate relationship with our Heavenly Father, filled with hope and belonging.