In this powerful message, we're challenged to align our hearts with God's compassion for the world. The central theme revolves around Jesus' response to the crowds in Matthew 9:35-38, where He sees people as 'harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.' This scripture invites us to view the world through God's eyes, recognizing the brokenness and need all around us. We're encouraged to pray a dangerous but transformative prayer: 'God, break my heart for what breaks yours.' This isn't about wallowing in sorrow, but about allowing ourselves to feel deeply and then act with compassion. The message draws interesting parallels between physical calluses and our spiritual condition, reminding us that sometimes our hearts become hardened to protect ourselves from pain. However, we're called to let the Holy Spirit soften our hearts again, making us receptive to God's leading. This teaching is deeply relevant to our faith journey, challenging us to move beyond comfort and numbness to engage with the world's needs in tangible ways.

Chapters

Chapter 1: God's Heartbeat for People

0:00 - 6:00

Introduction to the concept of God's heartbeat for people and the call to reflect Jesus in the world.

Chapter 2: Jesus' Compassion for the Harassed and Helpless

6:00 - 12:00

Examination of Jesus' compassion for the crowds who were harassed and helpless.

Chapter 3: Grief and Compassion in Action

12:00 - 18:00

Discussion on how to move from feeling grief to acting with compassion.

Chapter 4: The Call to Be Workers in the Harvest

18:00 - 24:00

Encouragement to become workers in God's harvest field despite challenges.