Jesus Works of Compassion

Jesus Works of Compassion

Works of compassion include the works of mercy for those in distress.
This chapter introduces Jesus’ ministry to the Gentiles.

​Significance of the healing miracles of Jesus

1. The miracles were a sign of the presence of the Kingdom of God in the person of Jesus.
2. They demonstrated God’s love for human beings.
3. They took away human pain/suffering.
4. People believed in His healing power/ had faith in Him.
5. The miracles showed that physical healing symbolized spiritual healing.
6. They showed that the work of mercy must go on even on the Sabbath.
7. They demonstrated defeat and destructionof the work of Satan.
8. Jesus used the miracles to glorify God/ to show God’s power.
9. He used them to show He was the son of God/ Messiah.
10. They demonstrated the divinity of Jesus/ His divine nature.
11. They fulfilled the Old Testament prophecies.
12. They supplemented/ strengthened His teachings.
13. They showed He had power over nature.
14. They restored people to wholeness.

​What the miracles of Jesus teach Christians about His mission and ministry.

1. They show Jesus’ compassion to those who are suffering.
2. Miracles show Jesus as the Lord of life. He brings back to life those who have died/ He is the life and resurrection.
3. They show Jesus as the son of God and the promised Messiah of the O.T.
4. They affirm that Jesus came to save the world from sin/ Jesus is a universal saviour-saved both Jews and Gentiles.
5. Miracles are a manifestation of God’s love and concern for His people through Jesus Christ.
6. Miracles are an integral part of Jesus’ teaching/ they supplement His teachings and preaching of the Word.
7. Miracles were performed as a response to the affirmation of faith on the part of those who are in need/ many who witnessed these miracles believed in Jesus.
8. Through miracles of healing, Jesus has showed His concern for the total well-being of humankind.

(a) The healing of the centurion’s servant - Luke 7:1 – 10

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​Jesus’ works of compassion

1. The healing of the Centurion’s servant (Luke 7:1-10)
2. The raising of the son of the widow of Nain (Luke 7:11-17)
3. Assurance to John the Baptist (Luke 7:18-35)
4. Forgiveness of the sinful woman (Luke 7:36-8:3)

By the end of this lesson, the learner should be able to:​

1. State the healing of the Centurion’s servant (Luke 7:1-10)
2. State the raising of the son of the widow of Nain (Luke 7:11-17)
3. State assurance to John the Baptist (Luke 7:18-35)
4. State the forgiveness of the sinful woman (Luke 7:36-8:3)

​The miracle took place in Capernaum.
It involved a centurion whose servant was ill.

• The Centurion sent Jewish elders to request Jesus to come and heal the servant.
• The elders pleaded with Jesus to heal the servant, for the Centurion had built a synagogue for them.
• The Centurion believed that a word from Jesus would heal the servant. 
• He felt he was not worthy to host Jesus in his house.
• Jesus marveled at the faith of the Centurion.  Back home the servant was already healed.
• The faith of the Centurion healed his servant.
• Jesus in this miracle showed that his mission was for those who believed him regardless of where they came from.

​Qualities of the Centurion whose servant Jesus healed

1. Generosity.
2. Compassion/ love.
3. Caring.
4. Humility.
5. Faithfulness.
6. Courageousness.
7. Respect.
8. Obedience.
9. Confidence.
10. Responsibility.

​Lessons Christians learn from the healing of the Centurion’s servant

• Christian leaders should seek help from God.
• Christians should trust in God and Jesus always.
• Christians should humble themselves before Jesus despite their positions.
• Christians should serve all people equally without discrimination.
• Christians should support the spread of the word of God with their resources e.g. build churches.
• Christians should show mercy to the suffering
• Christians should Seek Jesus’ help in case of trouble.
• Christians should use the gifts of the Holy Spirit to heal the sick.
• Christians should provide charitable services to the needy.
• Christians should assist to provide medical services.

Lessons Christians learn about Jesus from the miracle​

1. Jesus was merciful in His mission.
2. Jesus healed in response to faith.
3. His mission is universal.
4. Jesus is the Messiah/ Son of God.
5. He has divine power to heal.

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