Compassion

Matthew 20:29-34

Jesus Heals Two Blind Men

As they were leaving Jericho, a large crowd followed him. There were two blind men sitting by the roadside. When they heard that Jesus was passing by, they shouted, “Lord, have mercy on us, Son of David!” The crowd sternly ordered them to be quiet; but they shouted even more loudly, “Have mercy on us, Lord, Son of David!” Jesus stood still and called them, saying, “What do you want me to do for you?” They said to him, “Lord, let our eyes be opened.” Moved with compassion, Jesus touched their eyes. Immediately they regained their sight and followed him.

Compassion

Noticing others

In tune with their distress

Listening to what they want

Filtering out the noise of the crowd

to hear the cries of those in need

and responding

with faith

and love

Pausing 

to make a difference

by reaching out

with a healing touch.

Jesus - 

Ministering to the crowd

Ministering to individuals

Changing lives

at every turn.