09/09/13

Q73: Why must there be heartache for there to be compassion?

Thank you for a lovely question.

Maybe it is the only way for God to teach us to show compassion. Basically we are born selfish. Babies and young kids yell to get what they want – and get it too! Later we all learn that there are things we cannot be selfish about.

Christianity is renowned all over the world for how it shows compassion to all people, with help in times of trouble. Also with medical clinics, hospitals, etc. Often where there is none provided by the nation's government – and most treatment is free.

I have noticed that most people who have been ‘down in the pits’ with serious illness, depression or the loss of a loved one, gain true compassion for someone in need and are always ready to help.

A life of ease and comfort makes most of us selfish and uncaring. It does take a shock, or a revelation of need, to develop compassion. How great and kind compassionate people are.

 

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