Passion for Praise: 'He Showers Compassion'

Thursday, August 10, 1961

The Lord is merciful and compassionate, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. The Lord is good to everyone. He showers compassion on all his creation.
— Psalm 145:8-9

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The Lord Is Gracious
Article by Tom Norvell
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A Party for Jesus with Sinners?
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Illustration of Psalm 145:8-9 — The Lord is merciful and compassionate, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. The Lord is good to everyone. He showers compassion on all his creation.

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Passion for Praise is a daily devotional consisting of a passage of Scripture that emphasizes praise to our God.

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