Rich in mercy

Ephesians 2
But because of his great love for us, God, who is RICH IN MERCY, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved.


Definition of "RICH" from the Webster's Dictionary:
Main Entry: rich
Pronunciation: 'rich
Function: adjective
1 : having abundant possessions and especially material wealth
2 a : having high value or quality b : well supplied
3 : magnificently impressive : SUMPTUOUS
4 a : vivid and deep in color b : full and mellow in tone and quality c : having a strong fragrance
5 : highly productive or remunerative
6 a : having abundant plant nutrients b : highly seasoned, fatty, oily, or sweet c : high in the combustible component d : high in some component
7 a : ENTERTAINING; also : LAUGHABLE b : MEANINGFUL, SIGNIFICANT c : LUSH
8 : pure or nearly pure

Definition of "MERCY" from the Webster's Dictionary:
Main Entry: mercy
Pronunciation: 'm&r-sE
Function: nounInflected Form(s): plural mercies
1 a : compassion or forbearance shown especially to an offender or to one subject to one's power; also : lenient or compassionate treatment b : imprisonment rather than death imposed as penalty for first-degree murder
2 a : a blessing that is an act of divine favor or compassion b : a fortunate circumstance
3 : compassionate treatment of those in distress


I don't know about you, but that gives me great relief.