Christian values LO: How and why should Christians show compassion for those who suffer?

LO: How and why should Christians show compassion for those who suffer?

working for CAFOD or SVP

careers in health care

counselling and advice

refuges for homeless

praying for those who suffer

WHY?

example of Jesus healing feeding

show faith to others

eternal life

commands of Jesus

Compassion is important for Christians because it follows the example Jesus set and will help a Christian gain eternal life.

a) What does the word compassion mean? (2) b) Describe how Christians show compassion for those who suffer. (6) c) Explain why compassion is important for Christians. (8) d) “The needy are not our concern. ” Do you agree? Give reasons for your opinion, showing that you have considered another point of view. (4)

References http://www.flickr.com/photos/dtchristner/2308170915/in/set-72157601926760637/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/43009442@N00/527320614/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/91969383@N00/5901759/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/45744973@N00/2728597053/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/51352360@N00/449374383/

References http://www.flickr.com/photos/98624608@N00/75288771/ (c) S Kambalu http://www.flickr.com/photos/9619972@N08/1350940605/