God of Mercy & Compassion

"God of Mercy & Compassion" is a deeply moving Lenten hymn that calls the congregation to repentance and reflection. The words guide singers through a sincere confession of faults, asking God for the grace to turn away from sin. In many Nigerian parishes, this piece is a staple during the season of Lent, especially for Stations of the Cross or as an Offertory hymn when the liturgy focuses on reconciliation and penance.

The verses build a profound sense of contrition, moving from a personal plea for pity to a stark meditation on the cross of Calvary. When the choir reaches the refrain—"Jesus, Lord, I ask for mercy"—it becomes a unified cry from the heart. The inclusion of a male solo in the third verse adds a moment of stark, personal vulnerability before the full choir returns, making the final meditation on the Saviour's sacrifice all the more powerful for the congregation.