Go and Do Likewise — Showing Compassion in a Divided World
Scripture Focus Luke 10:25–37 > “The one who showed him mercy. Jesus told him, Go and do likewise.” 💬 Devotional Thought: - Scrolling through today’s headlines can feel overwhelming. Division, violence, and loneliness fill our feeds. But nestled in Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan is a radical call: don't just care—cross the road. The priest and Levite passed by. The Samaritan stopped, stooped, and served. That’s compassion with a pulse—not a feeling, but a decision. Mercy isn’t sterile—it’s messy, inconvenient, and sometimes uncomfortable. But it’s also life-changing. 🧭Real-Life Analogy: - One busy morning in Lagos, a man collapsed near a crowded bus stop. The rush of commuters barely slowed—most turned their heads and kept walking. But one woman paused. She knelt beside him, offered water, and stayed until help arrived. Later that day, she visited him at the hospital to check on his recovery. She wasn’t a medic o...