Love your neighbor

Jesus answers the question about a neighbor with a story in which a Samaritan shows costly mercy. The injured man's need outweighs the social boundary between them. Jesus ends by directing the questioner to act similarly. Compassion becomes time, risk, resources, and continuing care.

Put the Word into practice

Help someone outside your familiar circle with a practical act they actually need.

Search the Scripture

How does Jesus change the question from identifying a neighbor to becoming one?

A prayerful response

Jesus, move me beyond labels and teach me to become a neighbor through mercy. Amen.