1. “Compassion:” Where it starts

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5. While Paul was waiting for them in Athens, he was greatly distressed to see that the city was full of idols. So he reasoned in the synagogue with the Jews and the God- fearing Greeks, as well as in the marketplace day by day with those who happened to be there. Acts 17:16-17 “Compassion: “ The Place to Start

6. ... put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator. Here there is no Greek or Jew, circumcised or uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave or free, but Christ is all, and is in all.... put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator. Here there is no Greek or Jew, circumcised or uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave or free, but Christ is all, and is in all. Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience... Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience... Colossians 3:10-12 “Compassion: “ The Place to Start

7. 1.God’s compassion motivates Him to sacrifice for us.

8. Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Matthew 9:35-36 “Compassion: “ The Place to Start

9. So he got up and went to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. Luke 15:20 “Compassion: “ The Place to Start

10. 1.God’s compassion motivates Him to sacrifice for us. 2.When we fully comprehend God’s motives and actions, we are moved to compassion for those around us.

11. But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him. He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put the man on his own donkey, took him to an inn and took care of him. The next day he took out two silver coins and gave them to the innkeeper. ‘Look after him,’ he said, ‘and when I return, I will reimburse you for any extra expense you may have.’ Luke 10:33-35 “Compassion: “ The Place to Start

12. 1.God’s compassion motivates Him to sacrifice for us. 2.When we fully comprehend God’s motives and actions, we are moved to compassion for those around us. 3.True compassion results in you responding to intervene and help those who need you.

13. “Compassion:” Where it starts