• Philippians 2:1-2
  • Jesus teaches us to exercise compassion toward…
    • The lost
      • Mark 6:34
      • II timothy 2:2 - We must teach others because of our compassion for them.
      • Matthew 9:11-13 - God wants us to be devoted to Him and be merciful and compassionate.
    • The needy
      • Matthew 14:14 - Jesus took care of the physical needs of the crowds.
      • Matthew 15:32 - Jesus did not want to see the people go away hungry.
      • Matthew 20:32-34 - Jesus gives sight to the blind.
      • Luke 10:33-37 - the compassion of the good Samaritan
    • Brethren who sin
      • Isaiah 42:3
      • Matthew 18:26-35
      • James 5:19-20 - We must try to help those who are in sin.
        • Compassion does not end with sympathy!
      • Colossians 3:12