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Showing Compassion

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 12, 2007

A look at the example of the compassion that Christ showed and how we should imitate His example of compassion.

Confessions: I Struggle to Show Compassion Like Christ Did Introduction: I learn more and more about the importance of being honest with ourselves, especially concerning our relationship with Christ. I think that sometimes we as the church live an idealistic life. We don’t like to admit faults; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Year To Show Compassion

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Jan 16, 2017

People everywhere around us are suffering so let's show them more compassion than what they expect.

2017 A Year to Increase Compassion Kelly Durant 1-7-17 1 John 3:16 16 Hereby perceive we the love of God, because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren. 1 John 3:17 But whoso hath this world's good, and sees his brother have need, and shutteth up his ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-17

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Christians Compass Series

Contributed by Uwomano Okpevra on Nov 10, 2023

In Christianity today we see much division and confusion. Why? Because we fail to be guided by the true standard of authority! We must all agree on an authority in Christianity what will it be? The Christian’s Compass – the word of God!   (2 Timothy 3:16, 17).

THE CHRISTIANS COMPASS By Uwomano Ben Okpevra, PhD, MA, Div. In Christianity today we see much division and confusion. Why? Because we fail to be guided by the true standard of authority! The result is hundreds of churches with many different teachings. Before this confusion can be cleared, we ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:23, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Externally Focused: Showing Compassion Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 29, 2007

As the church looks outwardly let us be people of compassion for other people.

External Focus: Showing Compassion Introduction: I learn more and more about the importance of being honest with ourselves, especially concerning our relationship with Christ. I think that sometimes we as the church live an idealistic life. We don’t like to admit faults; we are too stoic and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Compassion

Contributed by Jeffrey Cox on Oct 16, 2003

INTRO: Galatians 6:2 states that we should “Carry each other’s burdens.” Are you willing to carry my burdens? Even if you know I don’t deserve it? Having compassion on someone can be time consuming, expensive, and just plain hard—on everyone involved

INTRO: Galatians 6:2 states that we should “Carry each other’s burdens.” Are you willing to carry my burdens? Even if you know I don’t deserve it? Having compassion on someone can be time consuming, expensive, and just plain hard—on everyone involved . I. How we usually think of compassion. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:2-6, Matthew 25:34-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Caught In The Trap Of Compassion

Contributed by James May on Sep 18, 2005

Is there a place where compassion can become a trap to ensnare those who are trying to show it?

Caught in the Trap of Compassion By Pastor Jim May Tonight I have simple, but very important message from the Word of God to every Christian. I feel that I must share a word to the wise from the wisest man who ever lived, King Solomon. It’s a message concerning debt, both financial and in the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Showing Mercy Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 20, 2024

A study of the Beatitudes. Jesus begins His sermon on the mount answering the question: "What will it take to make you happy?" His answer, however, is far different from the way most people will answer. In fact, his answers appear to bring sorrow, not happiness.

PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS: SHOWING MERCY A. Mercy is a quality that is so needed today. COMMENT: We live in a WORLD where it’s so easy to become CALLUSED and INDIFFERENT. We are bombarded daily with news of TRAGEDIES, VIOLENCE, and SUFFERING PEOPLE. Living SANELY in such a WORLD often necessitates ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Compassion

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 15, 2020

Jesus showed compassion , but what is compassion?

1. What is compassion? Matthew 9:35-38 • Verse 36 of today’s text reads: “When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.” So Jesus had compassion. But what is it? • Definitions for compassion include feeling sorrow for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Methodist

How To Show Love And Acceptance

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 28, 2003

How do you respond to those who alsely accuse? How do you love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you..." This sermon addresses those questions.

Lay Down Your Stones -Show Love and Acceptance- John 8:1-11 The saying goes that confession is good for the soul. I regret to tell that in my younger years I got very mad at my sister who is 4 years older than I. I got so mad at her that I picked up a rock and threw it at her from across the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

Jesus Shows Anger?

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Feb 12, 2009

A sermon for the 6th Sunday after Epiphany, Series B. Jesus’ anger is a result of his compassion to reveal the grace of God.

6th Sunday after Pentecost, February 15, 2009 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we give you thanks for your gift of grace, revealed to us through the life, death and resurrection of your Son, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Lutheran

Compassion

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004

Real ministry shows compassion that flows from one heart to another. It is true that the deepest theology ever written flows from Paul’s pen but his writings changed the world because they first touched the human heart. This passage shows the secret of hi

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The story is told of General William Booth, the founder of the Salvation Army, and the day Queen Victoria of England asked to meet with him. Because she had heard so many favorable things about his work in the slums, she asked him for the secret of his success. “Your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Showing Proper Respect Series

Contributed by Lynn Holmes on Feb 24, 2011

A sermon on loving one another in a cynical, rude world.

[Lynn would like to acknowledge and thank two individuals: Years ago Pastor Rick Warren wrote a Sermon Series based upon 1 Corinthians 13, and John Ortberg wrote a book entitled: Everybody’s Normal Until You Get To Know Them. Lynn relied heavily upon these two resources for this series because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:17

Denomination: Nazarene

Compassion To The Underprivileged PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

To encourage believers to emulate Jesus's compassion for the underprivileged, as illustrated in the story of the Good Samaritan, and understand that it is our responsibility as Christians to show such compassion.

Good morning, church family. I trust you've all had a blessed week. Today, we're going to dive deep into Luke 10 and explore how Jesus's compassion for the underprivileged was not just a part of His character, but it's also an instruction for us as believers. We're going to look at how we can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-37

Topics: Compassion

Show Or Show Off? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 25, 2009

Many times when we think of God using us and us using spiritual gifts we think of some pretty impressive stuff - miracles, prophecy, healings and the like. But Paul gives us some great instruction about the color of the ways God uses us.

We’ve come to this point in our study through Romans by seeing that since God has had so much mercy on us that it is only reasonable for us to make ourselves available to Him to help spread the truth of God’s love and gift of salvation. Last time we saw that we need an accurate look at ourselves ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Compassion Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Steve Hanchett on Feb 23, 2001

Gospel presentation as pictured through Hosea’s relationship with Gomer.

“The Gospel According to Hosea” Hosea 3:1-3 Steve Hanchett, pastor Berry Road Baptist Church February 11, 2001 Then the LORD said to me, “Go again, love a woman who is loved by a lover and is committing adultery, just like the love of the LORD for the children of Israel, who look to other gods ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist