Introduction Jesus sees people through the eyes of

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CHRIST’S LOVE IN ACTION

As you hear the overview of each of the following five ministries shared, note how God is speaking to you. What stands out to you? What need touches your heart? How is God leading you to prayerfully consider getting involved?

Matthew 9:35-38

April 22, 2018

Introduction

COMPASSION INTERNATIONAL

Jesus sees people through the eyes of compassion Compassion - Love and Caring in Action INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Jesus met the needs of the whole person ORPHAN CARE

GRACE AROUND THE CORNER

As the body of Christ, the presence and voice of Jesus, we are to have compassion for everyone

CARE MINISTRY

Wrap it up:

TIP Sheet

(Take It Personal)

Use these questions to help you make personal application of your study in the Word.

1. God’s desire for His people to show others love and compassion goes back to the Old Testament. Look up the following verses and note how the nation of Israel was to show compassion. Deut.14:28-29: Isaiah 58:6-9:

4. Who are some of the people around you who need a special touch of compassion right now?

How might you reach out to them?

5. Are there people you find difficult to see with compassion? Who are they?

Psalm 82:1-4: Why do you struggle? 2. The Gospels frequently link the love and compassion of Jesus with His ministry to people. Look up the following verses and note this connection.

What guidance do the verses from questions 1-3 give you as to how to change your heart towards these people?

Matthew 20:29-34: Matthew 14:13-21: Matthew 29-39: Mark 10:17-22:

3. The New Testament continues to reveal God’s heart for people and His desire for us to show others compassion. Look up the following verses and note how we are to show others love and compassion. Col. 3:12-14: Gal. 6:1-2: 1 John 3:16-18:

6. As you think about the five ministries highlighted on Sunday, how did God speak to you about being involved?

What step do you need to take?