This sermon, based on Matthew 9:1-13, explores Jesus' teachings on mercy over sacrifice. It recounts how Jesus forgave and healed a paralytic, and dined with sinners—acts that provoked criticism from the Pharisees. Jesus responded with Hosea 6:6: "I desire mercy, not sacrifice," highlighting that true faith prioritizes compassion over ritual. The sermon contrasts man-made religion—focused on outward sacrifice—with God's call to mercy and love. It emphasizes that Christ's ultimate act of mercy was his sacrifice on the cross, fulfilling the Old Testament sacrifices. The message urges believers to embody God's mercy in their lives, extending kindness to others, just as they have received grace.
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