Saturday, June 22 ~ The peace of God . . . will guard your hearts and your mental powers by means of Christ Jesus.​—Phil. 4:7.

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Saturday, June 22

The peace of God . . . will guard your hearts and your mental powers by means of Christ Jesus.—Phil. 4:7.

 

Jehovah’s tender empathy was perfectly expressed in the words and actions of his compassionate Son, Jesus, when he was on earth. (John 5:19) Jesus was sent to provide comfort for “the brokenhearted” and “all who mourn.” (Isa. 61:1, 2; Luke 4:17-21) Hence, he was characterized by deep compassion—a sympathetic awareness of people’s suffering and a heartfelt desire to alleviate their suffering. (Heb. 2:17) The Scriptures reassure us that “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today, and forever.” (Heb. 13:8) Since “the Chief Agent of life” personally understands what it is like to feel grief, “he is able to come to the aid of those who are being put to the test.” (Acts 3:15; Heb. 2:10, 18) Christ continues to be moved by the anguish of others, to understand their grief, and to provide them consolation “at the right time.”—Heb. 4:15, 16. w17.07 13 ¶6-7; 14 ¶10