When we find in scripture any references to the motivational gift of mercy, we find the Greek word, Ellco. It means to feel sympathy with or for others. The Mercy giver seems to always say the right thing at the right time. He is the one on whom people call first when they have a problem. He seems to have just the right words whenever a tragedy occurs.

The Mercy Shower goes beyond merely showing sympathy for someone. He or she has empathy with others. He seems to go through the tough situations with those who are suffering loss.The MERCY-SHOWER seems to always say the right thing at the right time. He is the one people call first when they hurt because something bad has happened, or when they feel great because of some good thing happening to them. When there is a death, the mercy-shower is the first to be at the house holding someone's hand or fixing a meal. When there is a promotion on the job or a large amount of money comes in, the mercy-shower is there to participate in the rejoicing.

Some people think of the mercy-shower as being weak or a compromiser, but he usually has some strong beliefs and principles. It's just that he doesn't like to hurt anyone's feelings, so he doesn't express them very often. People also have a tendency to "use" him since he is so easy going. When church members visit someone at the nursing home or hospital, they usually spot the mercy-shower since that's where he spends much of his time. The mercy shower is fu!l of prayer requests at any prayer meeting since he is close to those in the church who are hurting.

Whenever the Mercy Shower faces a situation that requires stern measures in dealing with other people, it is usually best for him or her to get help from someone else. In fact, a Prophet could be used to point out sin in someone else's life. Also, an Exhorter would be the one to help set up a plan of action for getting through a particular crises situation.