Bible Verses About Compassion

Compassion is at the heart of God's character and central to how He calls us to live. The Bible reveals Jesus as deeply moved by compassion and calls His followers to show the same tender concern for others. These Bible verses about compassion explore what it means to have a compassionate heart, how Jesus modeled compassion, and how we can extend it to others. Whether you want to grow in compassion or understand its importance, these scriptures will soften your heart toward those in need.

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“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

John 3:16

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“Beloved, let us love one another: for love is of God; and every one that loveth is born of God, and knoweth God.”

1 John 4:7

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“Charity suffereth long, and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up,”

1 Corinthians 13:4

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“And now abideth faith, hope, charity, these three; but the greatest of these is charity.”

1 Corinthians 13:13

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“He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.”

1 John 4:8

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“We love him, because he first loved us.”

1 John 4:19

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“Herein is love, not that we loved God, but that he loved us, and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.”

1 John 4:10

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“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.”

John 15:13

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“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.”

John 13:34

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“There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.”

1 John 4:18

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“Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword?”

Romans 8:35

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“Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.”

Romans 8:37

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“For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

Romans 8:38-39

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“But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.”

Romans 5:8

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“But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;”

Matthew 5:44

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“Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.”

Matthew 22:37

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“And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.”

Matthew 22:39

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“The LORD thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing.”

Zephaniah 3:17

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“And above all these things put on charity, which is the bond of perfectness.”

Colossians 3:14

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“Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another.”

Romans 12:10

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“Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.”

Romans 12:9

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“Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it.”

Ephesians 5:25

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“This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you.”

John 15:12

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“The LORD is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy.”

Psalm 145:8

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“Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”

Romans 5:1

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“For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God.”

Ephesians 2:8

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“Jesus said unto him, If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.”

Mark 9:23

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“And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall be impossible unto you.”

Matthew 17:20

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“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”

Philippians 4:13

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“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

Matthew 11:28

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Why Read Bible Verses About Compassion?

Matthew 9:36 says Jesus saw the crowds and had compassion on them. Colossians 3:12 calls believers to clothe themselves with compassion. Psalm 103:13 says as a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear Him. First Peter 3:8 commands being compassionate and humble. Micah 6:8 says the Lord requires us to love mercy. Lamentations 3:22-23 attributes our survival to God's compassion renewed daily.

How to Apply These Bible Verses About Compassion in Daily Life

Look at others through Jesus's compassionate eyes. Move from feeling compassion to acting on it. Show compassion to the marginalized and suffering. Practice compassion at home, not just with strangers. Let God's compassion for you fuel compassion for others. Ask God for a more compassionate heart. Do not let compassion fatigue harden you. Remember compassion is Christlikeness.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about compassion?
God is compassionate (Psalm 103:13). Jesus was moved by compassion (Matthew 9:36). We should clothe ourselves with compassion (Colossians 3:12). Compassion is required of us (Micah 6:8). It reflects God's heart.
Why is compassion important?
It reflects God's character (Psalm 103:13). Jesus modeled it (Matthew 9:36). It is commanded (Colossians 3:12, 1 Peter 3:8). It is part of what God requires (Micah 6:8). It demonstrates genuine faith (James 2:15-16).
How do I become more compassionate?
Ask God to soften your heart. Meditate on His compassion for you. Look at others through Jesus's eyes. Move from feeling to action. Serve those in need. Let suffering move you rather than paralyze you.
What is the difference between compassion and pity?
Pity looks down; compassion comes alongside. Pity keeps distance; compassion enters suffering. Pity feels but does not act; compassion is moved to help. Jesus did not just pity; He had compassion and acted (Matthew 14:14).

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