Compassion In Action
I was hungry, and you gave Me food. Who is Jesus saying you served?
Christ through his people
This man stopped to help the wounded traveler. Who is he?
The Good Samaritan
Love means more than words in this passage. What does true love do (John 3:17-18)?
It is actions (works-deeds)
Giving the first tenth of income is called what?
Tithe
Being present with someone in need is giving what?
Time.
Scripture: Galatians 6:9-10
I was a stranger, and you welcomed Me. What kind of compassion is this?
Hospitality, compassion, and mercy in action
This command sums up God’s expectations of His people: we must do three things. What is Micah 6:8
Live justly, lovingly, and humbly before God.
If someone sees a brother or sister in need and closes their heart, what does that reveal?
Faith without compassion is incomplete. (you are not a true believer)
What is the difference between a tithe and an offering?
A tithe is the first tenth; an offering is anything given beyond the tithe.
Scripture: Malachi 3:10; 2 Corinthians 9:7
Using your skills to help others is giving what?
Talent.
Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10
I was naked, and you clothed Me. What does this show about giving?
Compassion meets real needs, not just emotions.
God is compassionate, gracious, and slow to anger. What verse says this about God’s character?
Psalm 103:8.
This virtue includes kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, and love. What does it represent?
Godly character---Christian Compassion
God loves this kind of giver. What is it?
A cheerful giver.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:7
Meeting someone’s practical need with what God has supplied is giving what?
Talent and resource
I was sick, and you visited Me. What does compassion require besides feelings?
Time and presence
The Good Samaritan crossed social barriers to help a man in need. What does this show about godly love?
True compassion responds with mercy, not prejudice.(No respect of person--all have access)
We know the command was to love the Lord your God with all your: What is the other command on love?
Love thy neighbor as thyself.
Tithing is best understood as what?
Worship and stewardship.
What is the purpose of using our gifts to help others?
To serve faithfully and glorify God.
I was in prison, and you came to Me. What does Jesus teach about serving others?
Serving people is a way of serving Him
If compassion starts in the heart, what kind of heart does a believer need?
A heart shaped by mercy, humility, and love.
Love in action can change a person’s direction. What can compassion do?
Transform both the giver and the receiver.
What should guide giving besides duty?
A willing heart that honors God with time, resources, and trust.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-8
What do time, talent, and treasure together teach us?
Compassion is a form of worship and stewardship.