compassion of Jesus
Jesus Wept: The Compassion of the Son of God (John 11:28–37)
The shortest verse in the Bible contains one of the deepest revelations of God’s heart. Before raising Lazarus, Jesus enters fully into the grief of Mary and those mourning with her. His tears reveal that the Son of God does not remain distant from human suffering—He enters into it.
Jesus Heals a Man with Dropsy on the Sabbath: Mercy Reveals the Heart of God (Luke 14:1–6)
In Luke 14:1–6, Jesus heals a man with dropsy on the Sabbath, confronting religious legalism and demonstrating that mercy reflects the true heart of God.
Jesus’ Lament Over Jerusalem: Compassion in the Face of Rejection (Luke 13:31–35)
In Luke 13:31–35, Jesus laments over Jerusalem, expressing sorrow for people who continually reject God’s invitation despite His ongoing desire to gather and protect them.
Jesus Heals a Woman on the Sabbath: Mercy Over Legalism (Luke 13:10–17)
In Luke 13:10–17, Jesus heals a woman on the Sabbath, revealing how compassion and restoration matter more than rigid religious performance.
Jesus Raises the Widow’s Son: Compassion That Conquers Death (Luke 7:11–17)
In Luke 7:11–17, Jesus raises the widow’s son during a funeral procession. Moved by compassion, He intervenes and restores life, revealing His authority over death and His deep care for those who are suffering.
Jesus Heals a Leper: Compassion That Restores Completely (Luke 5:12–16)
In Luke 5:12–16, Jesus heals a leper who approaches Him in faith. With a simple touch, Jesus restores him completely, demonstrating both His authority over disease and His willingness to cleanse and restore.
The Gospel of Luke: A Careful Account of the Life of Jesus
This Gospel of Luke overview introduces the author, audience, and purpose of Luke’s Gospel. Written with careful historical detail, Luke reveals Jesus as the compassionate Savior for all people and highlights His interactions with the overlooked, the broken, and the searching.
Jesus Heals Simon’s Mother-in-Law (Mark 1:29–34)
Jesus enters Simon’s house and heals his mother-in-law with a simple touch. As the sun sets, crowds gather for healing. In this moment, we see the heart of Jesus: personal, powerful, and present. Let Him into your home today.
Jesus Feeds the Four Thousand: When Compassion Multiplies Provision
Matthew 15:32–39 describes the miraculous event where Jesus feeds the four thousand. When people stay hungry for Jesus, He doesn’t send them away empty. In Matthew 15:32–39, we see how Jesus feeds the four thousand demonstrating His unmatched compassion and miraculous provision by feeding a massive crowd that had followed Him for three days. Matthew 15:32–39 (NASB […]