We know Jesus' compassion is true as He demonstrated it throughout His ministry, culminating in His sacrifice for our sins.
The compassion of Jesus is vividly demonstrated in His interactions with those who were distressed and downhearted, such as the disciples on the Emmaus road. As preacher Philip Buss notes, Jesus questions them about their sadness and engages in conversation, showing His heart for their plight (Luke 24:17). Further, His willingness to suffer and die for our sins is the ultimate expression of His compassion. According to Isaiah 53, Jesus bore our iniquities and was oppressed for our transgressions, fulfilling the prophecy of a suffering servant. This illustrates that His compassion is not merely theoretical but is foundational to the Gospel.
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