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At the cross, Jesus showed compassion to the thief beside Him, to the Roman soldiers, and to a world steeped in sin. His compassion forgives—not just those who apologize, but even those who don’t yet understand the weight of their actions. This is divine mercy—love that covers even when it’s…
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