NEW Season: Cultivating Compassion: A Path to Authentic Witnessing

The Blue Cord, by iHOPE Ministries

About the Guest

Lily (pseudonym) is a former school administrator with a heart for engaging the nations who live among us. She is currently engaged in purposeful interactions with people from various nations in a large city in North America. Lily is intentional about cultivating compassion for those who don't know Jesus and seeks to be an authentic witness in her daily life.

Episode Summary:

In this episode, Karen and Lily discuss the importance of cultivating compassion for people who don't know Jesus. They explore personal experiences and moments of compassion, emphasizing the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding and empowering believers to share their faith. Lily shares stories of connecting with individuals from different backgrounds and cultures, demonstrating the transformative power of compassion and the impact it can have on others. The conversation highlights the need for believers to step out of their comfort zones, engage with people who don't know Jesus, and pray for a deeper understanding of God's love for the lost.

Key Takeaways:

Cultivating compassion for those who don't know Jesus is essential for effective witness and sharing of faith.
Praying for a love for the lost sheep and asking God to reveal His heart for them can lead to transformative experiences and opportunities to share the gospel.
Obedience to God's prompting and stepping out in faith can result in powerful encounters and moments of connection with individuals who need to hear about Jesus.
Living a life of compassion requires being fully present and immersed in the condition of being human, sharing in people's brokenness, and rejoicing with those who rejoice.
Engaging with people from different cultures and backgrounds can challenge preconceived notions and prejudices, leading to personal growth and a deeper understanding of God's love for all people.
Notable Quotes:

"When we walk in obedience, we may not feel it at first. But as we are obedient to the Lord, He moves in the way that only He can move." - Lily
"If your walk with the Lord is stagnant or you're not seeing God move, get in the harvest because He is there and He is moving." - Lily
Resources:

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Listen to the full episode to gain insights into cultivating compassion for those who don't know Jesus and discover the transformative power of sharing God's love with others. Stay tuned for more inspiring content from the Blue Cord Podcast.

Chapters:
00:05:00 The importance of praying to know God's love for the lost and how it has changed the guest's heart
00:07:00 Abide in Christ to bear fruit and the importance of understanding God's compassion
00:11:00 The difference between empathy and compassion and how compassion compels us to take action
00:13:00 Praying for the power of the Holy Spirit
00:18:00 Sharing love and experiencing a powerful response
00:21:00 Living out compassion in daily interactions
00:23:00 Encouragement to take a step of obedience
00:24:00 Cultivating compassion for those who don't know Jesus
00:24:00 Confessing and changing hearts towards foreigners
00:25:00 Finding fulfillment in the harvest
00:25:00 Growing faith through sharing faith
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