Patient Compassion

Over and over in the Old Testament, King after King did evil in the sight of the Lord. Even though God sent prophets to call them to account and return to worshipping only Him, they still rebelled. Yet God was patient with them. 2 Chronicles 35:15 is an example: “The LORD, the God of their […]

Hope for the Dispirited

In Matthew 9:36-38 Jesus does not just see a crowd, he is moved with compassion for them. He senses their need, their yearning for something better. They are distressed as verse 36 tells us (NASB). The Greek word for distress describes it as “to give oneself trouble (Strong’s 4660).” They are searching for something better. […]

Prayer Journey—Gentleness

During the next few weeks, each Monday I will be praying through the fruit of the Spirit, focusing on one word in Galatians 5:22-23. Today’s word is gentleness. Your tenderness dear God is evident. You are filled with compassion, seeing our hurts, caring for our needs. You know us inside and out. The mighty God […]

Friday Faith

Therefore the LORD longs to be gracious to you,And therefore He waits on high to have compassion on you.For the LORD is a God of justice;How blessed are all those who long for Him. – Isaiah 30:18 (NASB)

Prayer Journey — Overwhelmed by Need

I feel the need. I see their distressed faces searching for answers. They long for you dear Lord, but know not where to find you or how to receive you. I see the walls many have built around their lives trying to keep you out dear Jesus. I want them to know you Jesus in […]

Seeing People As God Sees Them

When our heart is oriented toward God our desires become God’s desires. We share a longing for others to know Christ Jesus and the hope he brings. We see people as God sees them.