Take-Home Questions
Where do you see yourself in the story? Do you feel like the centurion, the widow, or both at different times?
Have you ever wondered: does God really care about my problems? What would it look like for you to practice bringing your concerns to God in prayer on a regular basis?
Compassion means to “suffer with.” Is there someone, some group, or organization that you feel called to “suffer with” in these times? What would it look like to deepen your solidarity?
Think of someone who has “suffered with” you during difficult times. What did that person do for you? Did they bring healing to you in some way?