The Parable of the Good Samaritan Luke 10:29-37
The Victimized Man A Jew, thus despising Samaritans – John 4:7-9 Needing help – Psa. 82:2-4 Not picky Afterwards? – 1 Thess. 5:15-18
The Priest and Levite Had opportunity Turned it down – James 4:17 Chose ignorance – Prov. 1:20-22 Despite their image
The Samaritan Non-Israelites who fear God – 2 Kings 17:24-41 The difference? He was a neighbor – Gal. 6:7-10
Conclusion When reading this, you doubtless want to be the Samaritan. But realize many times you will need a helping neighbor. The best way to have one is to be a neighbor yourself!