Healing Family Relationships Through CompassionSample

If we want Christ's heart of compassion for our family members, we need to ask for it. He is the one who changes our hearts. A judgmental spirit and compassion can't occupy the same space. Consider making the following prayer a part of your daily routine for the next few weeks.

"Lord, I confess that I struggle with anger and a judgmental spirit toward _____________. Remind me that he/she is a person who has been hurt, and that some of what they do is a response to what they have experienced. Please give me Christ's heart of compassion. Drive away any harsh or judgmental spirit in me. In the name of Jesus, amen."

Compassion doesn't mean we become doormats or enable destructive behavior. Rather, it means we view others through the lens of their brokenness and need for Christ. It means we remember that each person has a story that has shaped them, wounds that have marked them, and needs that drive them.

Jesus demonstrated compassion while still speaking truth. He wept over Jerusalem even as He pronounced judgment. He healed the sick while calling them to sin no more. He welcomed sinners while challenging them to change. His compassion never compromised the truth, but it always communicated love.

As we grow in compassion, we may find that our family members become more receptive to the truth. When people feel genuinely loved and understood, their defenses often lower. Ask God to fill your heart with His compassion for the difficult family members in your life. Then watch how He works through that compassion to bring about true healing and reconciliation.

Reflection Question: How might your family relationships change if you committed to praying daily for God to give you His heart of compassion for each family member? Start praying today!

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