Why does God have such compassion for his people? - Compassion - TouchPoints

Psalm 103:13-14The Lord is like a father to his children, tender and compassionate to those who fear him. For he knows how weak we are; he remembers we are only dust.

God’s compassion for us comes from his knowledge of our weaknesses; his tender care is like the care of a father.

Matthew 9:36When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them because they were confused and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.

God has compassion on us because he knows that without him, we are confused, helpless, and hopeless.

Nehemiah 13:22O my God! Have compassion on me according to your great and unfailing love.

God’s compassion for us flows from the deep commitment signified by his unfailing love.

Hebrews 4:15This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same testings we do, yet he did not sin.

God is compassionate toward you because, through Jesus Christ, he understands your weaknesses and your penchant toward sin.