Have you ever imagined what life would be like if there was no such thing as compassion? How awful. As I mentioned in my prior (sleep deprived) post, I have been barely able to even tread water and hold my head up lately. Along with that, my compassion seemed to go right out the window. Of course, in the midst of chaos it wasn't something I noticed, but looking back it's so obvious. (along with the help of a concerned boss who pointed it out to me) It makes me so sad, but it's true.
What if Jesus had lost His compassion when things got chaotic and tough? Man, reality check 101. Sheesh...if you look in Scripture His compassion is all over the place!
Psalm 103:4 ..."who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion"
Isaiah 49:13 "Shout for joy, O heavens; rejoice, O earth; burst into song, O mountains! For the Lord comforts his people and will have compassion on his afflicted ones."
Matthew 9:36 "When he saw the crowds , he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd."
Mark 8:2 "I have compassion for these people; they have already been with me three days and have nothing to eat."
James 5:11 "....The lord is full of compassion and mercy."
..and that's not nearly all of them. I started thinking about all of this after I read this article I came across today... http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/news?slug=dw-wakeupcall092908&prov=yhoo&type=lgns . My heart just filled with joy at the hope a living God can bring. Tears filled my eyes and I read this and I was just so thankful that He is everywhere and reveals Himself in such powerful ways.
Thank you, Lord Jesus for your compassion and may we ALL have compassion towards each other!
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