Compassion

That means making room in our lives for people who might not be there now. It means being hospitable toward people who are different from us and choosing to welcome them into our lives. I don't mean making room in the sense of scooting over to make just barely enough space to squeeze one more person in a crowded row, that is neither hospitable nor compassion. Rather, I'm talking about an intentional attitude of welcome. Compassion is unselfish. Compassion acts in a way that is completely unexpected and thoroughly motivated by love. It's a moving experience at every turn. I don't find it particularly common, but when compassion happens, everyone involved, whether on the giving or receiving end is better because of it. And in today's world, is there anything we need more? This is Dr. Scott Morris for Church Health.