THROUGH THE EYES OF MERCI Turn the Other Cheek BY KELLEY RENE
Women World Leaders presents “Through the Eyes of Merci,” written by award-winning author Kelley Rene. Kelley writes contemporary fiction to illustrate biblical truths in the mundane, the exhilarating, and even the stormy circumstances of life. “Through the Eyes of Merci” follows the fictional character, Merci Rivers, Merci Rivers, as she navigates the challenges of university life. In the last issue, Merci embraced an opportunity to stand firm in her convictions. She believes she did the right thing but wonders if it ever gets easier. Daily struggles take their toll, and she’s learning she must lean into her faith and turn the other cheek when persecuted in order to keep her heart aligned with Christ.
ALWAYS BE HUMBLE AND GENTLE. BE PATIENT WITH EACH OTHER, MAKING ALLOWANCE FOR EACH OTHER’S FAULTS BECAUSE OF YOUR LOVE. (EPHESIANS 4:2 NLT) 50
