The Compassionate Neighbor
Crossing boundaries to bind up wounds.
Jesus' radical parable of neighborhood love.
The big idea
Love is measured by the steps you take toward those in need.
Opening scripture
“But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him.”
What does “The Compassionate Neighbor” walk through?
The Compassionate Neighbor
Luke 10:33 · KJV
But a certain Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was: and when he saw him, he had compassion on him.
In plain English
But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him.
The Deeper Lesson
This narrative in Luke reminds us of God's sovereign hand in human history. Jesus' radical parable of neighborhood love. When we trust God's promises, our perspective shifts.
“Love is measured by the steps you take toward those in need.”
Pray
Lord Jesus, strengthen my faith through the truth of Luke 10:33. Help me live boldly in Your grace today. Amen.
Write it down
What encouraging takeaway from Luke 10:33 speaks to you today?
Stand Strong
Keep running your race with eyes fixed on Jesus.
Which passages does this journey use?
One passage, drawn from Luke 10:33. Every verse appears here in the King James text with a plain-English line beside it, so you can read it without a commentary open. Allow about 4 minutes for the whole thing, or 4 short sittings.
- Luke 10:33
Read any of these in full on the complete KJV, or look the wording up independently at Blue Letter Bible.
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