Matthew 9:13

“But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.”

"But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance." - Matthew 9:13
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What does Matthew 9:13 mean?

Matthew 9:13 in the King James Version of the Bible reads, "But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance." This verse from the Gospel of Matthew is spoken by Jesus in response to…

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The Heart of Mercy: A Divine Invitation

As we delve into Matthew 9:13, we encounter a statement filled with profound significance for our lives today. The text reads: "But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance." This…

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A Prayer for Mercy and Repentance

Dear Heavenly Father, As I bow before You today in humble adoration, I come to reflect upon the profound words of Your Son, our Lord and Savior, found in Matthew 9:13: “But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the…

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