Christ's Compassion
Christ's Compassion5
When He Saw the Multitudes He Was Moved
By A.B. Simpson0PSA 34:18ISA 53:4MAT 11:28JHN 16:33ROM 8:172CO 1:3HEB 4:141PE 5:7A.B. Simpson emphasizes the deep connection between Christ and our suffering, illustrating that Jesus is not just sympathetic but is profoundly affected by our afflictions. He highlights that our troubles are shared by Christ, who experiences our pain as His own, providing a source of comfort and strength for weary hearts. This understanding of Christ's empathy is foundational to His role as our High Priest, encouraging believers to approach Him boldly with their burdens. Simpson draws parallels between a mother's love for her child and Christ's love for us, reminding us that our sorrows resonate deeply with Him. Ultimately, he calls us to recognize our unity with Christ and to seek solace in His compassionate heart.
The Servant of the Lord
By A.B. Simpson0PSA 40:8ISA 42:1ISA 42:6MAT 3:17MAT 12:14JHN 8:11GAL 4:4A.B. Simpson emphasizes the significance of Jesus as the Servant of the Lord, who fulfills God's will and represents Him to the world. He contrasts Israel's failure to serve as God's messenger with Christ's perfect obedience and gentle strength, highlighting how Jesus embodies meekness and compassion, caring for the broken and the weak. Simpson encourages believers to follow Christ's example of service, acceptance, and anointing, reminding them that they too are called to be servants of the Lord. The sermon illustrates that true strength lies in gentleness and that Christ's love empowers us to serve others. Ultimately, it calls for a deeper commitment to live out our faith as faithful servants in the world.
Our Model Intercessor
By A.W. Tozer0EZK 22:30MAT 5:44LUK 23:34JHN 3:16JHN 17:9ROM 8:341TI 2:4HEB 4:15HEB 7:251JN 2:1A.W. Tozer emphasizes Jesus as our Model Intercessor, highlighting His unique role in praying for both sinners and the redeemed. He points out that Christ's prayer for forgiveness on the cross demonstrates His compassion for humanity, suggesting that if He prayed for sinners once, He continues to do so. Tozer explains that as the High Priest, Jesus intercedes effectively for those who believe in Him, while also praying for the lost world, which reflects His deep connection to humanity. This dual role of intercession underscores the importance of Christ's relationship with both the redeemed and the unsaved.
Rev. 3:18. the Heavenly Merchant and His Goods
By Horatius Bonar1GEN 3:21ISA 55:1MAT 5:3LUK 12:15JHN 14:13JHN 16:232CO 8:9EPH 1:3JAS 1:5REV 3:18Horatius Bonar emphasizes Christ's profound love and compassion for sinners, particularly addressing the Laodicean church's self-sufficiency and ignorance of their spiritual poverty. He presents Christ as the heavenly merchant offering invaluable goods—gold, clothing, and eye-salve—symbolizing spiritual wealth, righteousness, and enlightenment, all available without cost. Bonar highlights the urgency of accepting Christ's counsel to 'buy' these treasures, which are essential for true richness and fulfillment. The sermon underscores the contrast between the divine merchant's desire to enrich the needy and the reluctance of the buyers to accept His offers. Ultimately, Bonar calls for a recognition of our need for Christ's gifts and the importance of inviting Him into our lives.
That Take, and Give Unto Them for Me and Thee
By A.B. Simpson0MAT 17:24A.B. Simpson emphasizes the loving foresight of Christ in the miracle of providing tribute money for Peter, illustrating how Jesus anticipates our needs even before we voice them. He highlights that Jesus not only addresses our needs but also takes on our burdens, showing His deep compassion and care for us. The sermon reflects on how Christ makes our struggles His own, ensuring we are not left to face our challenges alone. This act of provision serves as a reminder of His constant presence and support in our lives. Ultimately, Jesus demonstrates that He is intimately aware of our circumstances and is always ready to help.