1.1 Love as a commandment from God: Love is not an option but a commandment from God. We are instructed to love God and our neighbors as ourselves. Matthew 22:37-39
1.2 Love as a reflection of God's nature: God is love and anyone who lives in love lives in God, and God in them. 1 John 4:16
1.3 Love as a mark of true discipleship: Love is the hallmark of a true Christian. By this everyone will know that we are Christ's disciples, if we love one another. John 13:35
2.1 Compassion as an expression of love: Compassion is love in action. It is not enough to say we love; our actions must reflect our words. 1 John 3:18
2.2 Compassion as a reflection of God's heart: God is compassionate, and He calls us to be compassionate as He is. Psalm 103:13
2.3 Compassion as a requirement for Christian living: Compassion is not optional for a believer; it is a requirement. Colossians 3:12
3.1 Love and compassion transform lives: Love and compassion have the power to change hearts and transform lives. 1 Peter 4:8
3.2 Love and compassion break barriers: Love and compassion break down walls of division and build bridges of understanding. Ephesians 2:14
3.3 Love and compassion reflect the Kingdom of God: Love and compassion are the essence of the Kingdom of God. Luke 10:27
4.1 Through personal relationship with God: Our relationship with God is the foundation of our ability to love and show compassion. 1 John 4:7
4.2 Through the study of God's Word: God's Word instructs us on how to love and be compassionate. Psalm 119:105
4.3 Through prayer and fellowship: Prayer and fellowship with other believers help us to grow in love and compassion. Hebrews 10:24-25