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LOVE THAT LIFTS - THE BURDEN - BEARING GOSPEL PART 3: THE PRIEST AND THE LEVITE — WHEN RELIGION WALKS AWAY

LOVE THAT LIFTS - THE BURDEN - BEARING GOSPEL 
PART 3: THE PRIEST AND THE LEVITE — WHEN RELIGION WALKS AWAY


Luke 10:30-35

Jesus said, “A man was traveling from Jerusalem to Jericho when he was attacked by bandits... They beat him and left him half dead. A priest came by but crossed to the other side... then a Levite did the same. But a Samaritan saw the man and felt compassion. He soothed his wounds... put him on his donkey, took him to an inn, and cared for him. The next day, he handed the innkeeper two silver coins, saying, ‘Take care of him. If the bill runs higher, I’ll pay you the next time I’m here.’”


The danger of empty religion and the silence of the qualified.


RECAP OF PART 2: THE ROBBERS — THE REAL ENEMIES WITHIN AND AROUND

In Part 2, we exposed the robbers—anything that drains our spiritual, emotional, or social strength. We learned how sin, bad habits, fear, and trauma can rob us in silent ways. We were challenged to confront the robbers, stop bleeding in silence, and take practical steps toward healing.



The story takes a surprising turn. Help seems near—the priest and the Levite, spiritual leaders, are coming! But both look… and walk away. Why? Today, we reflect on the tragedy of people who should help but don’t. We confront religion without compassion, knowledge without action, and faith without love.




1. Spiritual Angle:

The priest and Levite represent religious systems that know the truth but lack mercy (2 Timothy 3:5).

Knowledge of Scripture isn’t enough; transformation must show in how we treat others (1 John 4:20).



2. Social Commentary:

The culture of busyness, over-scheduling, and emotional detachment keeps us from engaging with real needs.

“It’s not my business” or “I’m late for church” often replaces compassion.


3. Educational Insight:

Students and professionals often know what to do but ignore those struggling emotionally or academically.


Being "smart" without being sensitive is not godly.


4. Marital Application:

In marriages, spouses sometimes "walk past" each other's wounds—emotionally checked out, busy with work or ministry.

Silence and avoidance create deeper wounds than the initial injury.


5. Leadership and Church Lens:

Spiritual titles are useless without spiritual fruits.

Leaders are called not just to preach healing but to bring healing.




REFLECTION

Am I walking past people God is calling me to help?

Do I make excuses—spiritual or social—when love is required?

What’s the point of church attendance if it doesn’t lead to compassion?




CALL TO ACTION

Look around this week: who’s wounded near you—physically, mentally, spiritually?

Make one intentional act of kindness—no excuses, just compassion.

As a leader, spouse, or friend, choose presence over passivity.




PRAYER

Lord Jesus, deliver me from religion without love, ministry without mercy, and faith without fruit. Open my eyes to those You’ve placed in my path. May I never walk away from people You died for. Fill me with compassion and courage to act. Amen.




NEXT PART 

Part 4: The Good Samaritan — When Love Crosses the Line

We’ll explore what happens when genuine love overrides culture, religion, and convenience—and how we’re called to live that kind of love every day.




LET’S TALK (DISCUSSION QUESTIONS)

1. Why do you think the priest and Levite walked away?


2. Have you ever felt walked past by someone you expected to help?


3. How can we train ourselves to respond with compassion—even in busy seasons?


4. In marriages or friendships, what does "walking past" look like emotionally?


5. What’s one practical way we can ensure our religion stays active and alive?


Please kindly share your thoughts, testimonies, or questions—we grow better together.

Thank you!





Prince Julius Nenebi-Darkson 

(EL-PJ God's penman)









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