The first word God uses to describe His character is compassionate. The root of this word is used 99 times in the Old Testament. All these references are derived from the noun, womb. The connection evokes an image of tender care of an infant when it is most vulnerable. As we experience pain and suffering in our broken world, the first characteristic that God wants us to experience from Him is His deep compassion found in Jesus.
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