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When will a sinner seek mercy in Christ?

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A sinner seeks mercy in Christ when they recognize their sinfulness and need for salvation.

A sinner is brought to seek mercy in Christ when the Holy Spirit reveals the truth of their sin and spiritual condition. This recognition of being an enemy of God prompts a cry for mercy, as seen in the example of the publican in Luke 18:13, 'God, be merciful to me, a sinner!' This seeking is an act of desperation and acknowledgment of one's desperate need for God's grace. However, apart from divine intervention, individuals may remain unaware of their need for mercy. Therefore, it is through God's sovereign work—opening their eyes to see their wretchedness and alienation—that they come to seek the mercy found solely in Jesus Christ. This illustrates that the road to mercy is paved by understanding one's total inability and the consequent dependence on God's abundant grace.
Scripture References: Luke 18:13, Ephesians 2:1

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