1. The Parable of the Good Samaritan
Luke 10:29-37

2. 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

3. The Priest and Levite Had opportunity Turned it down – James 4:17
Chose ignorance – Prov. 1:20-22
Despite their image

4. The Samaritan Non-Israelites who fear God – 2 Kings 17:24-41
The difference?
He was a neighbor – Gal. 6:7-10

5. 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!