Star from the Lizard Constellation Credit: ESA/Hubble & NASA
“When [Jesus] saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.” Matt. 9:36
Notice how Matthew describes the crowds-as harassed and helpless. He also says they were “like sheep without a shepherd,” which is how people wounded by pastors and churches may feel. It was on those who had been ignored by the powerful leaders of Israel that Jesus focused his compassion, love, grace, and redemption.” McKnight & Barringer in A Church called Tov.
Your Good Shepherd sees you and has compassion for you.
