God’s Mercies Are New Every Morning

By: James E. Leary

Lamentations 3:22-23 (ESV): “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.”

Lamentations may not be the book we instinctively turn to for comfort. Its very name evokes grief and sorrow. Yet, nestled within its lament is a truth so profound it illuminates the darkest of days: God’s mercies are unending, His faithfulness unwavering, and each morning offers a new beginning. What anchors me most is this: His mercies are not recycled or repackaged leftovers from yesterday—they are new every morning. They meet us exactly where we are, no matter how weary or burdened we feel.

Mercy is God’s gift, freely given, but receiving it requires faith. Faith trusts that His mercies are not contingent on our worthiness but flow from His steadfast love. When we believe this, faith shifts from striving to resting—a rest rooted in the assurance that we are already held by God’s favor. For those wrestling with mental health, this truth can be life-altering. Anxiety whispers, “You’re stuck.” Shame hisses, “You’re beyond redemption.” But Lamentations offers a different story: each sunrise is a divine reset. God’s mercy meets us at our lowest and lifts us, one day at a time. I’ve experienced this firsthand in seasons when my faith felt brittle and my mental health fragile. God’s promise of new mercies wasn’t just comforting—it was a lifeline. In ministry, I’ve seen how this truth can shift hearts from hopelessness to hope, even when circumstances remain unchanged.

What would it mean for you to live as though God’s mercies are truly new each morning? Perhaps it’s releasing yesterday’s mistakes or trusting in tomorrow’s provision. Whatever it looks like, let this truth settle deep: God’s mercy renews, restores, and reassures us—every single day. Take a moment to counter negative thoughts with God’s truth. If anxiety whispers, “You’re stuck,” respond with, “God’s mercies are new every morning.” If shame hisses, “You’re beyond redemption,” answer with, “His steadfast love never ceases.” Write these responses down and keep them somewhere visible this week.

Three Takeaways About God’s Mercy

• God’s Mercy Renews Daily: No matter the challenges or failures you face, each day offers a renewed outpouring of God’s grace and compassion, providing a fresh start free from yesterday’s mistakes or struggles.
• Faith Receives Mercy, Doesn’t Earn It: God’s mercy is not dependent on your efforts or worthiness but is rooted in His steadfast love. Faith is simply the act of trusting and resting in this truth, allowing you to experience His grace even in your weakest moments.
• God’s Mercy Brings Mental Health: For those navigating anxiety, depression, or other mental health struggles, God’s mercy offers hope and stability. It combats the lies of hopelessness and shame, reminding you that failure is not final and that healing is possible, one day at a time.

Practical Faith Tip: Start Your Day with God’s Mercy

Each morning, take a moment to remind yourself of Lamentations 3:22-23: “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.”