Compassion: sympathetic consciousness of others’ distress + desire to alleviate it.The role of compassion in:How I view and act toward those who are sinningJohn 8:2-11 – Jesus shows compassion on the woman in sin.Matthew 9:9-13 – Jesus showed compassion on the sinners and tax collectors.II Chronicles 36:11-16 – God showed compassion by continually sending warnings to His people despite their sin.If I have compassion like God and Jesus, I will:Be concerned about and aware of the spiritual state of others.Want everyone to be saved.Take action to help people know and obey God.Helping those in needMatthew 20:29-34Matthew 14:14 – Jesus was motivated by compassion to heal the people.Matthew 15:32Mark 1:40-42Luke 7:11-15Luke 10:25-37 – The good Samaritan showed compassion on the injured man.Matthew 25:31-46 – Having compassion should characterize us as God’s people.When I see someone in need:Be concerned.Put myself in their position.See from their perspective.Feel what they feel.Desire to help.Take action.
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