Jesus: His Virtues
JESUS CHRIST — HIS VIRTUES
To know Jesus is to behold perfect character. The Gospels reveal a life radiant with humility, compassion, truth, courage, mercy, justice, wisdom, and holiness. This page gathers core Scripture to meditate on His virtues—and to call us to follow in His steps.
Humility
- Philippians 2:5–11 – He “made himself of no reputation” and became obedient unto death.
- John 13:1–17 – He washed the disciples’ feet, modeling servant leadership.
Compassion
- Matthew 9:35–38 – He was moved with compassion for the harassed and helpless.
- Luke 4:16–21 – Good news to the poor; liberty to the oppressed.
Truth and integrity
- John 1:14–18 – Full of grace and truth—the Word made flesh.
- Matthew 5 – Sermon on the Mount: the inner life of integrity.
Servanthood and leadership
- Mark 10:42–45 – “The Son of Man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister.”
- John 13:12–17 – “I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you.”
Justice and mercy
- Isaiah 42:1–4 – The Servant who brings forth justice gently and faithfully.
- Micah 6:8 – Do justly, love mercy, walk humbly—fulfilled perfectly in Christ.
Obedience and holiness
- Hebrews 5:7–9 – He learned obedience and became the author of eternal salvation.
- 1 Peter 2:21–25 – He suffered without sin, leaving us an example.
Courage and zeal
- Luke 23 – Courage to the end—bearing the cross.
- John 2:13–17 – Zeal for His Father’s house.
What His virtues call forth in us
- Colossians 1:9–12 – Growing in wisdom, walking worthy of the Lord.
- Galatians 5:22–23 – The fruit of the Spirit: Christ’s life formed in us.
To behold Christ is to be transformed. As we contemplate His humility, compassion, truth, courage, mercy, and holiness, may the Spirit conform us to His likeness—for our homes, churches, and public life.
— A short devotional companion for meditation and discipleship.