What is the meaning of “I desire mercy and not sacrifice”? | GotQuestions.org

Is mercy greater than sacrifice? Should mercy come before sacrifice? What did Jesus mean when he said, "I desire mercy, not sacrifice"? And why did he call out the Pharisees for being just like the ancient Israelites? In this video, we explain why Jesus repeated the same verse from Hosea 6:6 in two separate conversations with the Pharisees and how that verse remains relevant for Christians today. Does being a good Christian mean you have to strictly follow a list of rules and religious traditions, or is it about something else entirely? The answer might change how you see God's law and what it means to be truly righteous. In this video, Pastor Nelson answers your question: What is the meaning of “I desire mercy and not sacrifice”?

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