Posts with the tag “compassion”

"Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep." - Romans 12:15    There are moments when God allows us to go through hardships so that we can help others who are walking down the same difficult path. When you’ve been through it, you understand the pain, the fear, the uncertainty—it’s familiar because you’ve experienced it yourself.  But what about the times when you haven’t? What about...  Read More

"For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many."- Mark 10:45   We have the tendency to often equate leadership with power, authority, and prestige. The concept of leading as a servant is rarely the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, this is the example that Jesus gave us during His time on earth—a model of servant leadership that turns the ...  Read More

"Judge not, that you be not judged. For with the judgment you pronounce you will be judged, and with the measure you use it will be measured to you." - Matthew 7:1-2   It's all too easy to look at the lives of others and be quick to judge areas of weakness in their lives. We notice their mistakes, flaws, and sins, often without considering our own. But Jesus calls us to a higher standard. He remin...  Read More

"But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves." - James 1:22  Have you ever stopped to consider how often you think about your own needs and desires? It's easy to fall into patterns of selfishness without even realizing it. We might justify our actions by convincing ourselves that we deserve certain comforts or conveniences, but God calls us to a higher standard—one that ch...  Read More

"After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, 'Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.'" - Matthew 2:1-2   As we approach the Christmas season, we are reminded of the incredible events that took place over two thousand years ago—the birth of our Savi...  Read More

"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." - Ephesians 4:32   In our daily interactions with others, it's crucial to remember the transformative power of grace. Ephesians 4:32 reminds us to "be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." This verse calls us to emulate the grace and forgiv...  Read More

"A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another." - John 13:34   At the core of a prepared heart lies love—the profound, sacrificial love that reflects Christ's love for others. It's a love that motivates you to serve and minister to those in need. Love, in all its beauty, is the heartbeat of transformation. In John 13:34, Jesus issues a new command t...  Read More

"Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God." - 1 John 4:7 (NIV)   In our journey of faith, we are called not only to love God with all our hearts but also to love one another deeply and unconditionally. Taking our relationships with others to the next level in a spiritual sense requires us to embrace the Spirit of Love, wh...  Read More

“But if you show partiality, you are committing sin and are convicted by the law as transgressors” (James 2:9).    Have you ever had someone look down on you? Has anyone ever looked you over, sized you up, and stuck their nose in the air as if you didn’t measure up to their level? If it hasn’t ever happened to you, it probably will at some point, but now think about this: have you ever done this t...  Read More