📈 Summary:

The Compassionate Christ by Sherri Hughes-Gragg is a moving exploration of the kindness, grace, and radical love of Jesus. Through a blend of biblical history and fictionalized storytelling, the author paints scenes that help readers step into the shoes of those who encountered Christ firsthand. Each chapter highlights His compassion, forgiveness, and presence in ways that feel tangible and relatable, offering readers a deeper appreciation for who He is and how He loves.

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✍🏽 My Review:

This book has been such a joy to read. What I really loved is how, while the storytelling is fictionalized, it stays firmly rooted in biblical principles and truth. The narrative creates vivid, almost cinematic moments that made me feel like I was right there—very much the same way The Chosen series brings Scripture to life.

Each story drew me closer to understanding the radical compassion of Christ, and I often found myself reflecting on how deeply personal and tender His love really is. It doesn’t just retell the Bible stories, it immerses you in them. The author’s writing style made it easy to picture the emotions, the struggles, and the hope of those who encountered Jesus face-to-face.

If you’re looking for a devotional-style read that goes beyond surface-level teaching, this book offers a beautiful, heartfelt journey that reminds you again and again of Christ’s mercy and kindness!

What a compassionate Christ we have- this book is so beautiful. I love the message: we do not have to present ourselves in a "collected" way to the Creator- He accepts us as we are.