What does Ezekiel 20:44 mean?

But I’m not doing this because you deserve it, people of Israel. I’m acting for my own name’s sake, so you’ll know I’m the Lord. That’s what I, the Lord God, am saying. Ezekiel 20:44 - Modern Text Bible

(God makes it clear that His mercy isn’t because of their goodness, but to show who He is—faithful and true to His word.)