I desire mercy, not sacrifice

“I say to you, something greater than the temple is here. If you knew what this meant, I desire mercy, not sacrifice, you would not have condemned these innocent men. For the Son of Man is Lord of the sabbath.” (MT 12: 6-8)

Mercy is practicing what we receive from God. Mercy is thinking more about others than about ourselves. It is looking more at what we can do right now for our brother or sister than what we need from them. It is looking for good which can come only when I get involved. It is following Our Lord.

“My sheep hear my voice, says the Lord, I know them, and they follow me.” (Gospel Acclamation)