Compassion Illustrations
3313 illustrations evoking compassion
Putting Into Practice: Understanding - Contemporary Example
As we reflect on John 14:6, where Jesus declares, “I am the way, the truth, and the life,” we are invited into a profound understanding of how to live out our faith in practical ways. Imagine a young mother, facing...
Living Out Grace - Teaching Material
Jeremiah 29:11 speaks to the heart of our understanding of grace and purpose: "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and...
Living Out Compassion - Teaching Material
As we reflect on 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, we see that love is more than a feeling; it is a conscious choice and a daily practice. The Apostle Paul describes love as patient and kind, devoid of envy or pride, and...
Living Out Forgiveness - Contemporary Example
As we reflect on John 3:16, we are reminded of God’s profound love for each of us—a love that calls us not only to receive grace but to share it abundantly in our relationships. This is the essence of forgiveness:...
Living Out Hope - Illustration
As we reflect on the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20, we are reminded of Christ’s command to go forth and make disciples, yet this call is intertwined with the profound promise of His presence: "I am with you always." This...
Real-World Kindness - Illustration
Imagine a small, tight-knit community where a devastating fire has left several families without homes. Among those affected is a man named John, known for his quiet demeanor and gentle spirit. As the smoke cleared, it wasn’t just the physical...
The Example of Compassion - Biblical Analogy
There once was a community facing a terrible storm. The winds howled, rain poured, and the floodwaters crept dangerously close to homes. In the midst of this chaos, a neighbor named Ruth had an idea. She gathered her family and...
Putting Into Practice: Understanding - Contemporary Example
Imagine a small community garden, where each person has a unique role that contributes to the whole. One person tends to the tomatoes, another nurtures the herbs, while yet another focuses on the flowers. It’s a beautiful tapestry of effort...
Practical Gentleness - Teaching Material
Gentleness is a fruit of the Spirit that often gets overlooked in our fast-paced lives. In Galatians 5:22-23, Paul lists gentleness alongside love and humility as vital expressions of the Holy Spirit working within us. Imagine a potter at work,...
Putting Into Practice: Justice - Illustration
Imagine for a moment a community garden, flourishing not just because of the sunlight and rain, but because of the hands and hearts invested in it. Each seed sown represents a person’s act of justice and love—a neighbor who shares...
Putting Into Practice: Compassion - Contemporary Example
As we reflect on Jeremiah 29:11, we discover a profound promise from God: “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and...
Putting Into Practice: Compassion - Teaching Material
God promises in Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” This verse is often quoted to...
Applying Justice - Contemporary Example
As we reflect on John 3:16, we are reminded that God's ultimate act of justice was not merely punitive; it was redemptive. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in...
Living Out Faith - Contemporary Example
Ephesians 2:8-9 reminds us that we are saved by grace through faith, not by our works, so that no one can boast. This profound truth lays the foundation for our lives, emphasizing that our worth is not tied to our...
Living Out Humility - Contemporary Example
The Apostle Paul, writing to Timothy, reminds us that God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-discipline (2 Timothy 1:7). This is a beautiful, liberating truth, particularly in our Anabaptist tradition where community...
Putting Into Practice: Gentleness - Illustration
Picture a small community garden, a patch of earth lovingly tended by neighbors. Each person brings their unique talents — some carefully plant seeds, others water the plants, and a few offer gentle words of encouragement when the weeds threaten...
Scriptural Insight: Kindness - Commentary
As we reflect on John 3:16, we encounter the profound depth of God’s kindness expressed in the very act of giving His Son for humanity. This verse resonates with the heart of the gospel: “For God so loved the world...
Biblical Truth: Kindness - Reflection
Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go—these words from Joshua 1:9 resonate deeply with our journey of faith. They remind us that amidst the challenges...
Scriptural Insight: Kindness - Application
The heart of John 3:16 reveals a profound truth about divine kindness: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son.” This scripture encapsulates the essence of God’s *agape*—a selfless, unconditional love that compels action. God's kindness...
Scriptural Insight: Kindness - Reflection
In John 3:16, we find the heart of God’s kindness displayed: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” This verse encapsulates...
Theology of Justice - Application
When we reflect on 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, we uncover a profound vision of justice that is rooted in the very nature of love. The Apostle Paul captures a picture of divine presence through the qualities of love: it is patient,...
Understanding Mercy - Application
As we explore Jesus' command in Matthew 28:19-20, we find profound layers of mercy embedded within His Great Commission. Here, Jesus not only instructs us to “go and make disciples” but also promises His unwavering presence: “And surely I am...
Understanding Compassion - Reflection
Compassion is not merely a feeling; it is an active expression of love that shapes our spiritual journey. Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 that love is patient and kind, never envious or boastful. This profound passage invites us to...
Understanding Compassion - Application
When we dive into the beautiful words of 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, we encounter a profound call to live out our faith through the lens of compassion. As Paul writes, “Love is patient, love is kind,” we see that compassion is...