Overflowing Grace: Devo 20

Day 20: Compassion in Action

Scripture: James 1:27 NLT "Pure and genuine religion in the sight of God the Father means caring for orphans and widows in their distress and refusing to let the world corrupt you."

Observation and Reflection:
The Greek word for "care" (episkeptomai) implies intentional attention and action. True faith is expressed through compassionate deeds. Reflect on how you are living out your faith through acts of compassion. Are you intentionally caring for those in need?

Compassion is like planting seeds in a garden. Each act of kindness cultivates growth in others’ lives and reflects God’s love.

Florence Nightingale devoted her life to nursing and caring for the sick, living out compassion as an expression of her faith.

Application and Action: Find a way to serve someone in need this week. Reflect on this quote by Dietrich Bonhoeffer: "The Church is the Church only when it exists for others."

Prayer: Lord, help me to live out my faith through acts of compassion. Teach me to care for others as You have cared for me. Amen.

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Overflowing Grace - A 21-day prayer and fasting devotional guide to live in God's abundance

Week 1: Pursuing the Shepherd (Abundant Life Begins with Jesus)
Key Focus: Understanding Jesus as our source of life, our guide, and our provider.

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Week 2: Cultivating the Heart (Living in God’s Abundance)
Key Focus: Developing a heart that aligns with God’s abundance and character.

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Week 3: Advancing His Kingdom (Sharing the Abundant Life)
Key Focus: Living out and sharing the abundant life with others.

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