Sermons on compassion:

The Compassion Of Jesus

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 27, 2018

This morning asking what would Jesus do WWJD can only be answered after we know what Jesus did and willing to do the same thing.

The compassion of Jesus Introduction- This morning we begin a series “WWJD” What would Jesus do. The series is designed to look at Jesus as our model of life and help us to be more like-Christ. The development of being a disciple of Jesus. We know we will not measure up, but we can be ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Moved With Compassion

Contributed by Clay Ledford on Dec 13, 2019

Three of the greatest words in scripture are "moved with compassion:. What moves you? What moves your needle? Jesus was "moved with compassion" for the lostness of man (Matthew 9), for the needs of man (Matthew 14), and now for an individual who needs a touch and a word.

Moved with compassion #3 Mark 1:40 – 45. It’s personal. Everybody is motivated/moved by something. What moves you? Money, success, family, friends, politics, love. In this series we’ve looked at two things that “moved” Jesus “with compassion”. In Matthew chapter 9 we found that Jesus was “moved ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Baptist

Motivated By Compassion

Contributed by Pastor Dre on May 29, 2018

Here is a sermon that challenges you and I to be motivated by compassion.

Motivated by Compassion Matthew 9:36 NIV – Matthew 9:36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. King James Bible - Matthew 9:36 But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Commandment Of Compassion Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 13, 2018

The Commandment of Compassion: Luke 6:36, Jesus said “You must be compassionate, just as your Father is compassionate.”

We continue in our series on Hope Found Here and this month our focus is on the Compassion of Father God. This morning what I want us to consider together is The Commandment of Compassion. To focus our thoughts this morning consider these words: Psalm 103:13 says, “The Lord is like a father to His ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Luke 6:27-36, 1 John 3:17-18, Philippians 2:3-4, Galatians 6:2-5, 1 John 4:7-12, John 13:34-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Compassion And Commitment.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 18, 2023

If we are going to follow Jesus, we must prioritise our commitments.

COMPASSION AND COMMITMENT. Matthew 8:14-22. MATTHEW 8:14-15. Peter’s House: The First Deacon. (Matthew 8:14). The first thing that Jesus “saw” when He came into Peter’s house was Peter’s wife’s mother “laid, and sick of a fever.” (That Peter had a wife puts to rest forever the argument ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:14-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choosing Compassion Series

Contributed by John Bright on May 27, 2023

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"Choosing Compassion" Luke 13:10-17 A sermon for 10/2/22 Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 13 10 Now He was teaching in one of the synagogues on the Sabbath. 11 And behold, there was a woman who had a spirit of infirmity eighteen years, and was bent over and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17, 1 John 3:17-18, Luke 8:35, Deuteronomy 20:8-11, Luke 14:3-6, Mark 1:40-42, Matthew 14:14, John 11:33-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Compassion Of Jesus.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 28, 2023

But when He saw the multitudes, He was moved with compassion (Matthew 9:36).

THE COMPASSION OF JESUS. Matthew 9:27-38. MATTHEW 9:27. As Jesus left the ruler’s house, two blind men followed Him. We are not told that they were bidden, like Matthew (cf. Matthew 9:9). But they were relentless, like the men who had carried the paralysed man into Jesus’ presence earlier (cf. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Harvest Of Compassion

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 19, 2023

A Sermon for the Season of Pentecost, Year A, Lectionary 11

June 18, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 9:35-10:8 A Harvest of Compassion Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; ask the Lord of the harvest to send out ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

More… Compassion Series

Contributed by Kirby Lloyd on Jul 27, 2020

We are going to continue to discuss things that we as human beings want more of…things like joy and freedom…but today we are going to talk about something that we not only want more of, but we seem to expect more of others when we are hurting or in trouble…compassion

When it comes to compassion, I can’t help but think of the following story… While pulling out of her driveway, Georgene noticed a mangled ball of fur laying in the street. She pulled the car back into the driveway and walked over to discover that her son’s cat had been run over by a car. Not ...read more

Scripture: John 11:33-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Compassion Of God Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 21, 2022

The message of Hosea 11 is for you and me, not only wayward Israel. The family life of Hosea and his wife Gomers serve as is an illustration of how our sin breaks the heart of God. Now the focus is on God’s compassion and redemption.

There is a difference between compassion and concern. If a man falls off an ocean liner, we will show concern by yelling man overboard and look for help. Compassion would be at the risk of our own life; we jump in and rescue the drowning man. Compassion is much deeper than concern. In Hosea 11 we ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 11:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Real Compassion Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 5, 2021

Real compassion is not pity or empathy, but suffering with the sufferer. This often takes experience. [Watch video: https://youtu.be/McY-TyeB93s]

Scripture Reading: Mark 6:30-34 The apostles gathered around Jesus and reported to him all they had done and taught. Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, he said to them, “Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.” So ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On Compassion

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 10, 2021

Compassion is defined as: “Sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.”

Linda Diane Thompson, an American songwriter/lyricist, former actress and beauty pageant winner once remarked: “Our uniqueness, our individuality, and our life experience moulds us into fascinating beings. I hope we can embrace that. I pray we may all challenge ourselves to delve into the deepest ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-13, Galatians 6:2, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Hurricane Compassion

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 5, 2024

We all experience a “storm of tumult” during our lives. And when other’s experience Hurricane like violence We need to understand our relationship to others when they are suffering

Introduction: Today we explore a powerful metaphor that resonates deeply within our hearts and communities: Hurricane Compassion. While there isn't a direct biblical term for "hurricane," the Hebrew word (su'ah) can refer to a storm or tumult, capturing the essence of violent ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16, Exodus 2:6, Matthew 9:36, Mark 1:41, Luke 7:13, 1 Peter 3:8, Colossians 3:12, Romans 12:15, Hebrews 10:34, 1 John 3:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Compassion Of Christ

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 5, 2023

The Holy Spirit continues to work in Christians all over the world, in many different expressions and denominations, to spread the compassion of Christ.

Saturday of the First Week in Advent 2023 There’s a vivid feeling of urgency about the Advent readings from the prophet Isaiah, a constant agony about factors not under the control of Israel as they await their Messiah. Now two things are for all of Israel’s history in the foreground of their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38, Matthew 10:1-8, Psalm 147:1-6, Isaiah 30:19-26

Denomination: Catholic

The Touch Of Compassion Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 9, 2025

This is the 14th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#14] THE TOUCH OF COMPASSION Luke 5:12-16 Introduction: In our text, we see an encounter that showcases Christ's deep compassion and the healing power of His touch. Jesus meets a man suffering from leprosy- A condition that not only affects the body but also ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:12-16, Matthew 8:1-4, Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Baptist