Topical Encyclopedia The compassion and sympathy of Jesus Christ are central themes throughout the New Testament, offering believers profound encouragement in their prayer lives. Christ's empathy and understanding of human suffering provide a foundation for approaching Him with confidence and trust.Biblical Foundation The Gospels are replete with instances of Christ's compassion. In Matthew 9:36 , it is written, "When He saw the crowds, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd." This verse highlights Christ's deep emotional response to human suffering and His desire to provide guidance and relief. Similarly, in Mark 1:41 , when a leper approached Jesus, "Moved with compassion, Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. 'I am willing,' He said, 'Be clean!'" Here, Christ's compassion is not merely an emotional response but is accompanied by action, demonstrating His willingness to heal and restore. Christ's Sympathy as High Priest The Epistle to the Hebrews further elaborates on Christ's role as a compassionate High Priest. Hebrews 4:15-16 states, "For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who was tempted in every way that we are, yet was without sin. Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." This passage underscores the unique position of Christ as one who fully understands human frailty, having experienced temptation Himself. His sinlessness does not distance Him from humanity; rather, it enhances His ability to intercede on behalf of believers, encouraging them to approach God with boldness in prayer. Encouragement to Prayer The compassion and sympathy of Christ serve as a powerful encouragement to prayer. Knowing that Christ is both willing and able to empathize with human struggles provides believers with the assurance that their prayers are heard and understood. In times of distress, believers can find solace in the knowledge that Christ is intimately aware of their circumstances and is actively interceding on their behalf. In Matthew 11:28-30 , Jesus extends an invitation to all who are weary: "Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light." This invitation is a testament to Christ's desire to provide comfort and relief, encouraging believers to bring their burdens to Him in prayer. Practical Implications The compassion of Christ not only encourages prayer but also shapes the way believers pray. Understanding Christ's empathy leads to prayers that are honest and vulnerable, as believers are assured of His understanding and care. Furthermore, Christ's example of compassion inspires believers to intercede for others, reflecting His love and concern in their own prayer lives. In conclusion, the compassion and sympathy of Christ are profound sources of encouragement for believers, inviting them to approach Him with confidence and trust in prayer. His understanding of human suffering and His role as a compassionate High Priest assure believers that their prayers are met with empathy and action. Torrey's Topical Textbook Hebrews 4:15For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Prayer Born of Compassion Carried by Four Jesus as a Friend. Praises and Vows Accepted in Zion The Work of Jesus Christ as an Advocate, Pleading The Transfiguration. A Defence of the Doctrine of Justification, by Faith in Jesus ... Various Experiences in Gospel Work The Blossoming Desert. Resources What does the Bible say about compassion? | GotQuestions.orgWhat does it mean that God's mercies are new every morning? | GotQuestions.org How should Christians view refugees? | GotQuestions.org Compassion: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Compassion and Sympathy: Christ Set an Example of Compassion and Sympathy: David Compassion and Sympathy: Elijah Compassion and Sympathy: Exercise Towards: Enemies Compassion and Sympathy: Exercise Towards: Saints Compassion and Sympathy: Exercise Towards: The Afflicted Compassion and Sympathy: Exercise Towards: The Chastened Compassion and Sympathy: Exercise Towards: The Poor Compassion and Sympathy: Exercise Towards: The Weak Compassion and Sympathy: Exhortation To Compassion and Sympathy: Illustrated Compassion and Sympathy: Inseparable from Love to God Compassion and Sympathy: Job's Friends Compassion and Sympathy: Motives to The Compassion of God Compassion and Sympathy: Motives to The Sense of Our Infirmities Compassion and Sympathy: Nehemiah Compassion and Sympathy: Pharaoh's Daughter Compassion and Sympathy: Promise to Those Who Show Compassion and Sympathy: Shobi Compassion and Sympathy: The Wicked Made to Feel, for Saints The Compassion and Sympathy of Christ: An Encouragement to Prayer The Compassion and Sympathy of Christ: Manifested for The: Afflicted The Compassion and Sympathy of Christ: Manifested for The: Diseased The Compassion and Sympathy of Christ: Manifested for The: Perishing Sinners The Compassion and Sympathy of Christ: Manifested for The: Poor The Compassion and Sympathy of Christ: Manifested for The: Tempted The Compassion and Sympathy of Christ: Manifested for The: Weak in Faith The Compassion and Sympathy of Christ: Manifested for The: Weary and Heavy-Laden The Compassion and Sympathy of Christ: Necessary to his Priestly office Related Terms The-not-beloved (1 Occurrence) Kir'iath-je'arim (18 Occurrences) Kirjathjearim (17 Occurrences) Vine-dressers (18 Occurrences) Kirjath-jearim (17 Occurrences) Kibroth-hattaavah (5 Occurrences) |
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