Compassion

Compassion is sympathy and concern for those who are hurting. People with Compassion notice pain quickly and move toward people with gentleness. In Chazown, this gift keeps service relational and helps others experience the love of Christ.

Scripture references

Ephesians 4:32 • Galatians 6:2 • Colossians 3:12

Common expressions

Notices emotional strain others miss • Creates safe moments for people to share honestly • Moves toward pain with patient presence

Growth practices

Pair empathy with clear boundaries to stay healthy • Pray before hard care conversations • Coordinate with restoration and relief gifts for follow-through

Cautions

Empathy fatigue can build without rest • Care can avoid hard truth if courage is missing • Taking ownership of everyone can lead to burnout