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Putting Into Practice: Compassion - Illustration
When we reflect on Romans 8:28, which assures us that "all things work together for good for those who love God," we find a profound call to embody compassion in our daily lives. This verse doesn't promise that everything will...
Lessons from Compassion - Story
# Lessons from Compassion - Story Father Nikolaos had served the small mountain parish for thirty-one years, and he kept a particular icon in the...
Lessons from Compassion - Story
A few years ago, I met a woman named Clara at a local community center where I volunteered. Clara had been diagnosed with a terminal illness, but more than her physical battle, she struggled with a deep sense of hopelessness....
The Example of Compassion - Story
A few years ago, I met a man named David at a local community center. David had recently lost his job and was struggling to make ends meet. When I first spoke to him, I noticed the heaviness in his...
Theology of Compassion - Commentary
When the Apostle Paul writes in 2 Timothy 1:7, "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind," he is inviting us into a profound understanding of the...
The Doctrine of Compassion - Commentary
As we delve into Joshua 1:9, we hear a powerful command from the Lord, “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” This verse...
Lessons from Compassion - Contemporary Example
One spring morning, I stood in a community garden, the air rich with the scent of earth and blooming flowers. A young boy named Samuel, no older than seven, was diligently tending to a small plot of soil. His hands...
Lessons from Compassion - Story
In a small town, there lived a woman named Clara, known for her kindness that seemed to radiate from her very being. One winter, she noticed a young boy named Samuel, who often sat alone at the bus stop, shivering...
When Compassion - Story
In a small town not far from here, a local pastor named David was known for his unwavering compassion. One winter, a terrible snowstorm buried the community under several feet of snow. Many families were stranded, and hope began to...
The Power of Compassion - Story
When Andrew was a boy, he would often sit on the steps of his grandmother’s porch, his small hands wrapped around a tattered book of stories. His grandmother, a woman of profound faith and compassion, would share tales of heroes...
The Doctrine of Compassion - Commentary
Compassion is not merely a feeling; it is a transformative force that pulses at the heart of our faith. In Galatians 5:22-23, Paul outlines the fruit of the Spirit, and right at the center of this divine orchard is *agape*...
The Doctrine of Compassion - Church Context
As we reflect on John 3:16, we encounter a profound declaration of God's heart: "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son." This verse encapsulates the essence of compassion, a divine love that moves...
Putting Into Practice: Compassion - Teaching Material
As we reflect on Romans 8:28, where Paul assures us that "in all things God works for the good of those who love him," we are reminded that every moment in our lives, even the challenging ones, is infused with...
Scriptural Insight: Compassion - Commentary
As we delve into Joshua 1:9, we encounter a divine command that resonates in the depths of our hearts: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your...
Theology of Compassion - Application
When we reflect on John 3:16, we unearth the profound depths of God’s compassion: “For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son.” This scripture isn’t just a theological statement; it’s the heartbeat of our...
Faith and Compassion - Commentary
Ephesians 2:8-9 reminds us that “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.” This passage intricately weaves together the threads of...
Faith and Compassion - Teaching Material
Imagine a young child on a playground, timidly watching other children climb to the top of the slide. She hesitates, wrestling with doubt, feeling an overwhelming sense of insecurity. But then, a compassionate friend approaches, offering a gentle hand and...
Thinking About Compassion - Commentary
“Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10) is not merely an invitation to pause but a command that beckons us into the heart of divine compassion. In the stillness, we discover the profound truth that God's presence...
Thinking About Compassion - Teaching Material
As we contemplate the profound truth found in 2 Timothy 1:7, we encounter a powerful declaration: "For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-discipline." In this rich tapestry of encouragement, we see...
Thinking About Compassion - Commentary
As we turn to 2 Timothy 1:7, we find the Apostle Paul reminding us, “For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love, and of self-discipline.” This profound declaration invites us to...
Thinking About Compassion - Teaching Material
“Be still, and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10). These words invite us into a profound stillness, a space where the clamor of our lives fades into the background. In this stillness, we are not merely called to pause;...
The Doctrine of Compassion - Teaching Material
Imagine standing at the edge of the Jordan River, where the Israelites prepared to enter the Promised Land. God speaks to Joshua in *Joshua 1:9*, saying, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do...
Thinking About Compassion - Church Context
As we gather as a community of faith, let’s reflect on what it means to embody compassion within our church life. The Apostle Paul, writing to Timothy, reminds us in 2 Timothy 1:7 that God has not given us a...
A Story of Compassion - Contemporary Example
There was a small town not too far from here, where a single mother named Maria worked tirelessly to provide for her two children. Each day, she balanced two jobs, but no matter how hard she tried, the weight of...