Lori Roeleveld has written a much-needed book for our times. God's Abundant Mercy reminds us--compassion is a quality God Himself demonstrated, and it's what He continues to demonstrate, inviting us, too, to grow in mercy. In the words of Jesus when He said, "Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy" (Matthew 5:7 NIV), compassion is reciprocal. Filled with personal examples and true stories of others--grounded in scriptural truth--this devotional takes readers on a journey toward becoming more merciful. With questions to consider at the end of each devotion, as well as a closing prayer, this book is perfect for personal study and for small groups. Imagine the difference this book could make as readers take what they learn and apply it to the brokenness in the world. O Lord, have mercy!

God’s Abundant Mercy is a masterful work spotlighting the undeserved favor God extends toward us in this life and on into eternity. Reading it crushed my heart with gratitude for the marvelous gift of God’s grace (and mercy).

Absolutely FABULOUS book! WOW! I think church’s should be giving this out free on Sundays, because this was incredible.

God’s Abundant Mercy digs deeper into the heart of mercy than any other book I have read on this subject. The author gives personal stories regarding encounters with other people which caused her to think deeply about this attribute of God. She shows us how to apply this spiritual gift when relating to our own relationship with God as well as the sometimes-difficult people we may deal with.

Lori Stanley Roeleveld’s God’s Abundant Mercy is a deeply needed devotional for a cultural moment marked by exhaustion, outrage, and relational fracture. Across forty short readings, Roeleveld invites readers into a slow, attentive apprenticeship to the mercy of God—not as a soft sentiment, but as a fierce, holy, transformative force that reshapes how we see God, ourselves, and one another.

What the Book Offers
Roeleveld roots every reflection in Scripture, returning repeatedly to the truth that mercy is not God’s afterthought but His self-revealed character. She holds together what many of us struggle to reconcile: God’s holiness and His compassion, His justice and His tenderness. This theological clarity gives the devotional a weight that sets it apart from lighter, inspirational reading.

Each day includes:

A Scripture passage that anchors the theme

A personal story or real-life encounter that grounds mercy in lived experience

A probing question for reflection or group discussion

A closing prayer that draws the reader back to God

This rhythm makes the book ideal for personal devotion, small groups, or a church-wide Lenten journey.

Strengths of the Devotional
Honesty and vulnerability: Roeleveld does not write from a pedestal. Her stories of hardship, failure, and resilience create a safe space for readers to examine their own hearts.

Practical discipleship: Mercy is not treated as an abstract virtue. Readers are challenged to consider how God’s compassion might reshape their reactions to difficult people, strained relationships, and the brokenness of the world.

Biblical depth: The reflections consistently return to Scripture, offering a balanced, thoughtful exploration of mercy that avoids sentimentality.

Formational questions: The end-of-chapter prompts are genuinely searching, making the book suitable for spiritual direction or group study.

Why This Book Matters Now
In a world marked by violence, pride, and hypocrisy, Roeleveld’s call to mercy feels both countercultural and urgently necessary. She reminds us that mercy is not weakness; it is the courageous posture of those who know they have been forgiven much. Her reflections echo Jesus’ own words: “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.”

The devotional becomes not only a study of God’s character but an invitation to participate in His healing work. Readers are encouraged to imagine what might change—in homes, churches, communities—if mercy became our instinct rather than our last resort.

Who Will Benefit Most
Individuals seeking a deeper understanding of God’s compassion

Small groups wanting a structured, Scripture-rich devotional

Churches exploring themes of forgiveness, reconciliation, and spiritual formation

Anyone longing for a gentler, more Christlike way of engaging a hurting world

A Pastoral Reflection
Roeleveld’s writing carries a quiet authority: she has lived what she teaches. Her stories are not polished anecdotes but windows into a life shaped by God’s persistent kindness. The devotional invites readers to slow down, breathe, and allow mercy to take root—not as a task to perform, but as a fruit God grows in us.

I absolutely loved this book! It was such a wonderful way to learn about God's Word as I'm coming back into my faith slowly. I loved Lori's way of telling everything and how she included some of her own life and modern day topics. I have already recommended this to a few friends for when it's released!

This 40 day devotional offers fresh insights concerning God's mercy. Each devotion is paired with scripture and daily life that explores aspects of His compassion that provoke thought and meditation. The entries don't shy away from pain or failure and continually points back to restoration and forward to spiritual growth. This book makes a great companion for anyone's spiritual journey.

I found the topic of God's Abundant Mercy very well presented, eye-opening, and thought provoking. The personal examples, both from the Bible and from Lori's own life, brought the text to life. The variety of Scriptural tie ins held my attention and made me think about mercy in a completely new way. God's Abundant Mercy made me re-examine my own life, and how I do--or don't--extend mercy to others. Phrases like "my inner Pharisee" helped me to understand God's mercy in a unique, more personal way, I loved the quotes, and the Bible references (who knew mercy was mentioned so many times in the Bible, especially in the Old Testament?) I appreciated the insights into Esther's life, and particularly David's. The whole experience of reading this brook brought the Scripture together in an impactful way. It's a powerful subject, and the way the book is organized, paired with Roeleveld's insights, brought God's Abundant Mercy to life. .

Reading God’s Abundant Mercy, despite not being a lifelong student of the Bible, has opened my eyes to the beauty and power of the Bible. The author not only includes her own personal stories regarding God‘s mercy, but she also vividly portrays the lives and struggles of the people in the story of the Bible, referencing where we can go deeper in reading the Bible. She also opened my eyes to God‘s own personality, drawing me closer to Him. There’s a question the author asks us on page 69 that I love: “Have you become friends with God through Jesus Christ?” At the end of each daily entry, the author has a couple of questions for us to think about together with a prayer reflecting upon that day. I am excited and hopeful that readers with varying levels of Bible knowledge will gain a deeper understanding of biblical mercy in ways that can change our culture.

This is not a comfortable read. Rather, it’s a tool to break up fallow ground, to dig deep, unearth the weeds, and sow God’s Word deep in our hearts. God’s Abundant Mercy: 40 Days of Living in His Compassion serves as a weapon against division and pride and a signpost to the road to reconciliation with God and our fellow man. This is a call to counter cancel culture with compassion, to walk humbly and extend mercy.—A much needed message for these times and all time.

God's Abundant Mercy: 49 Days of Living in His Compassion by Lori Stanley Roeleveld is an elegant, Bible-saturated read. Each chapter focuses on one verse from the scriptures as the author explores the beauty of mercy and our need to receive and give it to others.

Each chapter ends with two questions and a short prayer useful for journaling, personal study, or group discussion.

If you hunger for God's mercy or doubt its existence, I recommend this book.

God's Abundant Mercy is a study of a word we may be tempted to gloss over or simply apply to our own need.

Lori Roeleveld's love for scripture brings her ability to see God's truth from a deeper perspective and from angles many of us would miss.

This 40-day devotional uses scripture, biblical events and characters, as well as modern day experiences, to show that mercy is a multi-dimensional term as we learn to seek it, receive it, and show it to others in our lives.

The thought-provoking questions at the end of each chapter challenge us to also dig deeper, to examine our need for mercy, and to be sensitive to those around us who may not know their own need to receive the healing power it brings in giving and sharing.

I look forward to using God's Abundant Mercy in a mentoring setting with some who have hit bottom and are rebuilding their own lives.

Lori Roeleveld's writing comes from a heart fully surrendered to her calling.

God's Abundant Mercy is an impactful and beautiful reminder of God's perfect and unchanging character. The 40 practical devotionals each include an anecdote or experience, scripture, insight into human nature with fascinating facts, thought-provoking questions, and prayer. This is no ordinary devotional book, though. It is a deeper dive into different aspects of mercy, many of which we don't necessarily think about or practice. But we should. People of the Bible are highlighted, flaws and all. The truth is presented openly and frankly without cozy fluff, yet etched with compassion. The author always points to Christ.

My heart and mind were struck with lightbulb moments over and over again. This truly is a life-changing book full of wisdom, one which should be mandatory reading for every Christian regardless of what season you are in. I really appreciate peeling back the layers to get to the core of scripture and thinking deeply and introspectively. The author has the ability to offer guidance without spoon feeding. The writing itself is smart and conversational in tone, a pleasure to read and study. I would love to learn more about God's character and attributes from this author's perspective!