Ep 32 - Tesco, A Tattoo, And A Test Of Mercy
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A quiet ask at the supermarket entrance turned into a hard look at my own heart. A woman stopped me and asked for knickers—not cash, not sympathy, just a basic need met with dignity. I did the mental maths, offered the cheapest option, and then walked away when she chose the pair that would actually serve her. Minutes later I still had money in my hand, conviction in my chest, and a car park full of reasons to ignore the nudge to go back.
I unpack what happened next: the swirl of fear and judgement, the memory of being stranded years ago and how one stranger bought me a single fare home, and the sting of scriptures that refuse to let faith live only in words. Hebrews 13:2 and James 2:17 meet in a very normal aisle and ask a very direct question—if the Spirit prompts, will I obey even when the act is small and my pride is loud? We talk about practical mercy: how to balance caution with compassion, why dignity often costs a little more, and how boundaries can coexist with generosity without turning love into suspicion.
This story is not polished. It is unfiltered, ordinary, and true. I share it because small obedience shapes big character, and the kingdom often moves through simple acts that restore comfort and worth. If you’ve ever hesitated at the edge of a kind act, this conversation will help you name the fear, silence the excuses, and choose the next faithful yes. Listen, reflect, and then tell me: when did a tiny decision test your faith and change your day? Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs a nudge toward mercy, and leave a review so more people can find these honest, practical moments of faith.
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Chapters
1. A Personal Story Begins (00:00:00)
2. The Unexpected Request (00:01:06)
3. Counting Costs And Quiet Judgement (00:02:43)
4. Cash Left, Conviction Louder (00:05:16)
5. Memory Of Being Helped (00:06:40)
6. Scripture And The Weight Of Action (00:09:10)
7. Obedience In Small Things (00:11:27)
8. A Prayer For Mercy And Courage (00:12:55)
9. Share Your Moments And Stay Blessed (00:14:30)
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