THEOSISJohn Chrysostom
Understanding this, let us extend compassion and kindness, both in our resources and our actions. When we witness someone being tormented and assaulted in public, we should assist with financial help, if possible. If our words can provide relief, we must not hesitate to offer them. There is a reward even for our sighs, as expressed by the blessed Job: “Did I not weep for him who was in grief? Did my soul not grieve for the poor?” If there is an acknowledgment for our tears and sighs, imagine the blessed results when we combine them with spoken words, effort, and other acts of kindness. Once, we were foes of God, but the Only Begotten Son reconciled us by stepping in, suffering wounds and death on our behalf.
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Let us strive to alleviate the multitude of troubles faced by the vulnerable and refrain from our current behavior, which too often involves watching conflicts unfold and finding entertainment in the misfortunes of others.
Consider how Job prepared himself in advance for severe trials and physical afflictions. Although he had not experienced such difficulties himself, having lived in constant wealth, ease, and comfort, he often contemplated the suffering of others. “Did I not weep for him who was in distress? Did my soul not grieve for the poor?" This is why he faced none of the mighty and distressing calamities that later overwhelmed him.