Mat 9:12-13 | PNT | STEP | They that be whole need not a physician , etc. In other words, "If these people are as sinful as you allege, they are the very ones who need a Savior".

‏ Matthew 9:12-13

They that be whole need not a physician, etc. In other words, "If these people are as sinful as you allege, they are the very ones who need a Savior". I will have mercy, and not sacrifice. See Ho 6:6. The Pharisees had never learned the meaning of this passage, which teaches that kind hearts and helpful deeds are more pleasing to God than outward ceremonial. Sacrifice is right, but mercy is first in importance.

I am not come to call the righteous, etc. My mission in the world is to save sinners.