Matthew 9:36
When He saw the crowds, He had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.
Compassion is more than sympathy; it’s the deep, gut-wrenching recognition that another person’s suffering matters as much as our own. The Greek word used here, splagchnizomai, literally refers to being moved in one’s innermost being. Jesus didn’t just feel sorry for people—He was physically, emotionally, and spiritually moved by their pain.
We could all use a little more compassion. Help with that comes from time spent with the King of compassion.
Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience,
Give it some careful consideration.
Gary