Verse of the week · Week of July 11, 2027
Mercy, not sacrifice
Sunday's verse is Matthew 9:13; Wednesday's companion is James 2:13. Print the bulletin insert for your church, the cards for a midweek group, or just keep one on the fridge.
Sunday July 11, 2027
“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
Wednesday July 14, 2027 · companion
“For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment.”
James 2:13
Print it for your church or group
Everything here is free to reproduce: bulletin inserts, handouts, slides, newsletters. Letter or A4. Use card stock for the cards if you have it.
Matthew 9:13 · King James Version
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.
Go and learn — Jesus uses the imperative. Mercy is not already understood. It must be sought.
- Question
- What sacrifice do you offer instead of mercy?
- This week
- Show mercy where you are entitled to judgment.
Wednesday · James 2:13
For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment.
This is direct. Those who give no mercy will receive none. Mercy and judgment stand in opposition — and mercy wins.
Use it at your church
One printed sheet reaches a whole congregation. Here is the simplest way to use this week's verse:
- Print the bulletin insert, cut it down the middle, and tuck one into each bulletin.
- Print the verse cards on card stock for the welcome table or a Wednesday group.
- Share the Sunday card image on your church's page or in the newsletter.
Free for church, class, and personal use. No permission or attribution needed beyond the web address on the card.
Daily Blessing
This is the same verse players unlock in The Official Bible Solitaire® this Sunday. Win the Daily Blessing game, earn the verse. Free to play.
