The Bible describes God's mercy as being abundant, compassionate, and eternal, reaching high above the heavens and far from the east to the west.
The Scriptures articulate the depth and breadth of God's mercy, particularly in Psalm 103, which states that Jehovah is 'merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy.' His mercy is depicted as infinite in height, meaning it surpasses human sinfulness, and as far-reaching as the east is from the west, which indicates that our transgressions are completely removed from us. This divine mercy is not just a one-time act but is characterized as eternal, stretching from everlasting to everlasting for those who fear Him. Such mercy is deeply rooted in God's compassion and understanding of our human frailty, as He remembers that we are but dust.
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