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~ “God’s wisdom is something mysterious that goes deep into the interior of his purposes.” ~Apostle Paul

Tag Archives: Compassion

“I have compassion on the crowd.” ~Jesus

September 29, 2022

Jesus gets moved by our condition. Something simple, like being hungry, breaks his heart. Jesus knows they have sacrificed for …

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“The one who showed compassion to him.” ~A lawyer

August 22, 2022

There are experts galore. No lack of those who “officially” know all the rules and regulations. When Jesus asked the …

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Will we have compassion? Will we show mercy?

April 4, 2022

Why this is important: Nothing moves me to forgive like the stunning knowledge that I have myself been forgiven. Nothing proves …

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Why did Jesus take so long to get there and do something about Lazarus?

March 23, 2022

  After saying these things, he said to them, “Our friend Lazarus has fallen asleep, but I go to awaken …

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What is the parable of the loving Father?

March 20, 2022

But when he came to himself, he said, ‘How many of my father’s hired servants have more than enough bread, …

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Does God inspire human compassion?

October 1, 2021

Why this is important: Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God, exemplified all the Father’s attributes, including His compassion. When …

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How much mercy and compassion do we need from Jesus?

July 17, 2021

‘Mercy’ is compassion for people in need. We can distinguish it from ‘grace’. The Greek noun eleos (mercy) … always …

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Is mercifulness an attitude of compassion and care?

June 19, 2021

Mercifulness is an attitude of compassion and care, grounded in the nature of God himself, made manifest in the life …

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Do we desperately need more kindness in our lives?

June 14, 2021

I desperately need more kindness and compassion in my life. I need to judge less and love more. That is …

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Are we ready to be compassionate?

June 10, 2021

Compassion is an attitude of care and concern, grounded in pity and sympathy towards others, given to us by Jesus. …

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But what happens when we live God’s way?

May 2, 2021

Now this is amazing. One of God’s gifts is a sense of compassion in the heart to love. Even if …

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Have we experienced the consolation of the love of Jesus?

April 6, 2021

God has a goal in mind for us. God’s goal is for us to love, be kind and tender. Jesus …

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Why does God show compassion to us all?

March 27, 2021

Do we want the quality of compassion and generosity in our lives? We need to learn how God loves the weak and poor. It …

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Does Jesus really care about us?

March 25, 2021

Consider the tenderness of Jesus the Messiah. Everywhere we turn, Jesus is moved and full of compassion. Jesus shows the goodness of …

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How are we doing with being compassionate?

March 20, 2021

Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God, exemplified all of the Father’s attributes, including His compassion. When Jesus saw His …

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Is compassion important in life?

March 12, 2021

This is striking. The first thing to note here is that Jesus saw the people. He didn’t look past them. …

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How can we bless others today?

January 26, 2021

A generous person will be enriched, and the one who gives a drink of water will receive water. | Christian Standard …

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How should we act toward the wayward? Can we be gracious?

December 18, 2020

I wander off. I am wayward. I drift. It happens. It happens to others I know as well. What is …

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Let’s all wear love. It’s our basic, all-purpose garment. Never be without it.

November 16, 2020

God has chosen us for a new life. It is a life of love. It’s characteristics are: Compassion Kindness Humility …

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Who do we hurt when we are cruel to others?

August 18, 2020

Who do I think I am hurting? Cruelty is intended to hurt someone else. It actually backfires and hurts me. Jesus …

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Will compassion win the day?

August 8, 2020

When Jesus saw the large crowds as sheep without a shepherd, His compassion led Him to teach them the things …

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“When Jesus saw her crying, and the Jews who had come with her crying, he was deeply moved in his spirit and troubled.” ~Apostle John

July 14, 2020

We all suffer loss of a loved one or a friend. We will go to funeral homes, wakes, viewings, and …

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What is Jesus concerned about as he is facing a slow and cruel death for us?

June 2, 2020

Jesus’ mother, his aunt, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene stood at the foot of the cross. They …

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“For this is the love of God, that we keep His commandments; and His commandments are not burdensome.” ~Apostle John

December 29, 2019

Is love optional? Yes, I get to decide whether to love or not. So do you. We all do. I …

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“If anyone has material possessions and sees his brother in need, but has no pity on him, how can the love of God be in him?” ~Apostle John

October 2, 2019

The simple answer is because God says so. That is it. It is that simple. Jesus commands that I must …

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“Immediately the religious elites went out and started plotting with the political elites against him, how they might kill him.” ~Mark

September 7, 2019

Conspiracy theories are interesting. People get intrigued by them. This one really existed. The religious and political elites of the …

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Why we must show compassion to the bereaved?

July 3, 2019

We all suffer loss of a loved one or a friend. We will go to funeral homes, wakes, viewings, and …

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“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in the Messiah, God forgave you.” ~Apostle Paul

July 2, 2019

Jesus is all about forgiveness. That is the reason God sent him to us. I need forgiveness and the good …

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“I am willing; be cleansed.” ~Jesus

May 10, 2019

I have a lot to learn from Jesus. Jesus is gentle and shows compassion. Jesus has compassion for those in …

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Is it by God’s mercy that we can persevere?

March 20, 2019

I have received the very mercy of God. Mercifulness is an attitude of compassion and care, grounded in the nature …

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What is the point in being kind?  

March 5, 2019

God’s goal for me is to be kind, thoughtful and caring. I am to love. That is the main thing …

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Why should we show compassion to the oppressed and needy?

January 19, 2019

The simple answer is because God says so. That is it. It is that simple. Jesus commands that I must …

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“And whoever in the name of a disciple gives to one of these little ones even a cup of cold water to drink, truly I say to you, he shall not lose his reward.” ~Jesus

January 3, 2019

When Jesus saw the large crowds as sheep without a shepherd, His compassion led Him to teach them the things …

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“Put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” ~Apostle Paul

October 22, 2018

Jesus shows me how to love and be kind. Jesus commands me to love. God wants me to be kind, …

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“When the kindness of God our Savior and His love for mankind appeared, He saved us.” ~Apostle Paul

September 19, 2018

God showed His infinite kindness to me. God sent His Son Jesus to die for me. Surely I can, by …

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“But whoever has the world’s goods, and sees his brother in need and closes his heart against him, how does the love of God abide in him?” ~Apostle John

September 6, 2018

  Jesus is clear. His apostle John is clear. My heart testifies to me what I ought to do. There …

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“Lazarus died. And I am glad for your sakes that I wasn’t there. You’re about to be given new grounds for believing.” ~Jesus

September 3, 2018

Here I see the care and compassion of my Master. It appeared somewhat callous to begin with. Lazarus is sick. …

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Compassion — Is it shown in actions?

August 21, 2018

Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God, exemplified all of the Father’s attributes, including His compassion. When Jesus saw His …

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“Seeing the people, He felt compassion for them, because they were distressed and dispirited like sheep without a shepherd.” ~Matthew about Jesus

August 15, 2018

This is striking. The first thing to note here is that Jesus saw the people. He didn’t look past them. …

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“For we are slaves; yet in our bondage our God has not forsaken us, but has extended lovingkindness to us.” ~Ezra

July 7, 2018

I want the quality of compassion and generosity in my life. I need to learn how God loves the weak and poor. It is …

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“Behold, your mother!” ~Jesus

July 5, 2018

Consider the tenderness of Jesus the Messiah. Everywhere we turn, Jesus is moved and full of compassion. Jesus shows the goodness of …

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Compassion — A Vital Character Requirement in the Followers of Jesus

June 24, 2018

Compassion is an attitude of care and concern, grounded in pity and sympathy towards others, given to me by Jesus. …

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“A gentle response defuses anger, but a sharp tongue kindles a temper-fire.” ~King Solomon

May 20, 2018

I have seen it way too often. Something that starts simple escalates. It turns into all out war. My drive …

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Tenderness — We learn about it from Jesus the Messiah

May 19, 2018

I think this is the most precious verse in the scripture. Jesus wept! Jesus cried. Jesus sobbed. It is clear …

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“Breakfast is ready.” ~Jesus

April 23, 2018

This is the third time Jesus appears to the disciples. They’ve been out fishing all night. They’ve been working. They …

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“Then he will turn to the ‘goats,’ the ones on his left, and say, ‘Get out, worthless goats! You’re good for nothing but the fires of hell. And why?” ~Jesus

April 21, 2018

Jesus has some goals in mind for me. Jesus is clear what they are. Jesus warns me that there will …

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Kindness — The kindness of Jesus the Messiah

April 5, 2018

I desperately need more kindness and compassion in my life. I need to judge less and love more. That is …

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God is Good – Would that explain why God is in a good mood and does good?  God is good y’all!

March 9, 2018

All God’s perfect qualities are made freely available to all for the benefit of the whole world. God is good. …

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“And be thankful.” ~Apostle Paul

April 14, 2017

What is important in being thankful? After a long list on how I ought to live, Paul adds “and be …

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“Summing up: Be agreeable, be sympathetic, be loving, be compassionate, be humble.” ~Apostle Peter

March 24, 2017

My job is to be a blessing. Being agreeable is a key to blessing others. The ability to agree with …

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“But what happens when we live God’s way?” ~Apostle Paul

April 21, 2016

My challenge is to live God’s way. Many times I don’t want to but it isn’t about what I want. …

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“No machine can replace the human spark of spirit, compassion, love, and understanding.” ~Louis Gerstner

January 28, 2016

It is all about love and compassion. Jesus challenges me to love God and everyone else we know or meet. That …

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“The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others.” ~Albert Schweitzer 

November 30, 2015

Why are we here? God has a goal in mind for us. It is to love God and love everyone …

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“Make it as clear as you can to all you meet that you’re on their side, working with them and not against them.” ~Apostle Paul

October 12, 2015

Our God is in an amazing mood. We must celebrate that all day long, every single day. Jesus, the Messiah …

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“His father saw him and felt compassion for him, and ran and embraced him and kissed him.” ~Jesus

August 3, 2015

God is incredible good. God is looking for me. He feels compassion for me. His heart pounds when He sees me. …

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“But what happens when we live God’s way?” ~Apostle Paul

December 6, 2014

Now this is amazing. One of God’s gifts is a sense of compassion in the heart. Even if I don’t …

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“Be agreeable, be sympathetic, be loving, be compassionate, be humble.” ~~Apostle Peter

November 5, 2014

Am I humble enough? Not yet and that is important to understand. Who gets the credit? That is a central …

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"Look back in forgiveness, forward in hope, down in compassion and up with gratitude." ~~Zig Ziglar

October 16, 2014

"The loose tongue of the godless spreads destruction; the common sense of the godly preserves them." ~King Solomon

September 30, 2014

The most difficult thing in life to control is our tongue. What we say makes a difference. Words spoken in …

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"Regardless of what else you put on, wear love. It’s your basic, all-purpose garment. Never be without it." ~~ Apostle Paul

August 15, 2014

God has chosen us for a new life. It is a life of love. It’s characteristics are: Compassion Kindness Humility …

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"These people make a big show of saying the right thing, but their heart isn’t in it." ~Jesus

July 17, 2014

Jesus challenges us to have our heart in the right place with God and everyone else. It is all about …

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