Matthew 9:36
When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.
Reflection
Jesus looked upon the people that he was ministering to and he had compassion upon them because they didn’t possess a direction in life. In other words, they didn’t know what was true; they were distracted and pulled here and there by various teachings and beliefs. Because of the condition of the people, Jesus had compassion upon them. He wanted them to know the truth. He wanted them to know that he was the source of all truth and that truth would lead them to life. Jesus wanted the people to be guided to God’s truth.
Do we have a deep compassion for others who do not know the truth? How do we express that compassion for others who do not know the truth of Jesus?
