BY PASTOR ROBERT JEWETT

Although Jesus’ entire ministry was focused on reconciling a lost world to himself (2 Corinthians 5:18-19), he could not help but have compassion on the lost and hurting. Large crowds would gather to see him work miracles, but many would reject him as Messiah. This could not, however, prevent him from showing compassion on them. Even to the point of death, hanging on a cross looking down upon those desiring his death, he prayed, “Father forgive them, for they know not what they do,” (Luke 23:34).

Over and over again we see Jesus having compassion for the people. He had compassion on those who were full of internal turmoil and hopelessness (Matthew 9:36), and upon those who were sick (Matthew 14:14). He had compassion on the widow who lost her only son (Luke 7:11-15), and upon those who were hungry (Matthew 15:32). He also has compassion on you today in your circumstances.

Sometimes we try to ignore the fact that we are messed up and in need. Instead of humbling ourselves, we puff ourselves up and miss the amazing compassion that Christ has for us. Turn to Christ today and receive his love and compassion!

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