1. Compassion motivates people to cross divides.

2. Jesus valued diversity; we are to value diversity.

3. The power and spread of the gospel were due to its inclusion of the outcasts.

4. How can we exercise compassion across divides?
a. Curiosity
b. Courage
c. Care

Take Action
Luke 9:51-56; John 4:9 and 20; Matthew 11:19
1. What is the Holy Spirit prompting you to do because of hearing this message?
2. What do you think would happen if we practice the concept of Ubuntu?
3. What hinders you from reaching out to those who are different than you?
4. Why do you think the inclusion of ethnic diversity contributed to the spread of
Christianity?
5. What action can you take this week to practice compassion across divides?