30 Wisdom SayingsНамуна

SAYING 28: COMPASSION FIRST

Why is it so easy to make fun of people or to enjoy when someone else fails? Does it stem from gratitude that it wasn’t us who messed up, or are our motivations more sinister?
 

I think we can all agree that kicking someone while they’re down isn’t very moral, let alone wise. Grace and compassion are part of wisdom. A wise person extends grace to someone who fails because they know that one day that could be them. Compassion is a hallmark of God’s character. God is always compassionate with us and always patient with our imperfections.
 

Let us be compassionate with others. It’s easy to fall into the trap of tearing people down to make yourself feel bigger or safer, but it is wiser to become the type of person that lifts others up. Remember that one day you will be the person who falls and needs compassion from others!

- Pastor Andres Figueroa 

 ACTION

Who do you know right now that needs compassion? Reach out to that person. 

 PRAYER

Ask God for forgiveness for the times you’ve ‘laughed at your enemy.’ Pray that you would have compassionate eyes to see people who are hurting or need help.