I really like that insight from Luke 7, Bruce. It makes me think how Christlike compassion is a vital means of evangelism in our time, too.
]]>Luke 7 holds wonderful descriptions of God’s compassion. Jesus not only acts upon the requests of the faithful (the Centurion), but often shows great compassion for those who do not seek Him. It was an act of pure compassion to relieve the widow of her great sorrow – because I’m sure Jesus FELT and experienced her great sorrow.
Later, Jesus forgives the sinful woman and gives her great relief.