Compassion is a fundamental aspect of the Christian faith, urging believers to show kindness and empathy towards others. The Bible is filled with verses that highlight God’s mercy and the importance of caring for the needs of those around us. Through love and understanding, we can reflect God’s own heart and make a meaningful impact in our communities.
As we explore these 30 scripture passages, let us open our hearts to the call of compassion. Each verse serves as a reminder that our actions, no matter how small, can bring hope and healing to those who are suffering. Together, let’s delve into these teachings and cultivate a spirit of love and generosity in our lives.
So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.
If you see the donkey of someone who hates you fallen under its load, do not leave it there; be sure you help them with it.
Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against anyone among your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the LORD.
If anyone is poor among your fellow Israelites in any of the towns of the land the LORD your God is giving you, do not be hardhearted or tightfisted toward them.
If you return to the LORD, then your fellow Israelites and your children will be shown compassion by their captors and will return to this land.
Defend the weak and the fatherless; uphold the cause of the poor and the oppressed.
As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear him.
It is a sin to despise one’s neighbor, but blessed is the one who is kind to the needy.
Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the LORD, and he will reward them for what they have done.
They will neither hunger nor thirst, nor will the desert heat or the sun beat down on them. He who has compassion on them will guide them and lead them beside springs of water.
And if you spend yourselves in behalf of the hungry and satisfy the needs of the oppressed, then your light will rise in the darkness, and your night will become like the noonday.
Because of the LORD’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.
Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.
When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them and healed their sick.
Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.
But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him.
A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.
In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’
Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.
Who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble.
Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.
Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
Therefore, if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded.
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.
Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.
If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person?
Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God.
The King will reply, “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”
Continue to remember those in prison as if you were together with them in prison, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering.
Famous and Strong Quotes about on compassion for others
I think that you have to love yourself before you can love someone else.
The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others.
Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive.
Never give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.
Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.
Embodying Compassion in Our Lives
Heavenly Father,
We come before You with humble hearts, seeking to reflect Your boundless love and mercy through our compassion for others. Teach us to see the needs of those around us, to listen deeply, and to respond with kindness.
Help us to remember that every person we encounter is created in Your image, deserving of dignity and understanding. Instill in us a spirit of empathy, guiding our actions with love and grace.
In moments of frustration or indifference, remind us of Your infinite compassion for our own shortcomings. May that realization inspire us to extend the same grace toward others, especially those who are struggling, lost, or in pain.
Lord, lead us to be a source of comfort and hope, shining Your light in our communities through acts of kindness and support. Empower us to stand up for the marginalized and vulnerable, advocating for justice and love.
We pray for the strength to cultivate a genuine heart of compassion, transforming our relationships and our world. In all we do, may we reflect Your love, bringing glory to Your name.
In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.