Bible verses about mercy new testament

Here are some Bible verses about mercy in the New Testament:

  1. Luke 6:36 - "Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful." (Jesus teaches us to show mercy to others, just as God shows mercy to us.)
  2. Matthew 9:13 - "Go and learn what this means: 'I desire mercy, not sacrifice.' For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners." (Jesus quotes Hosea 6:6, emphasizing God's desire for mercy over sacrifice.)
  3. Matthew 18:21-22 - "Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, 'Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?' Jesus answered, 'I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.'" (Jesus teaches us to show mercy and forgiveness to others, without limit.)
  4. Luke 15:11-32 - The parable of the prodigal son, where the father shows mercy and forgiveness to his wayward son. (This parable is a powerful example of God's mercy and love towards us, even when we fail or sin.)
  5. Ephesians 2:4-5 - "But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved." (Paul writes about God's great love and mercy towards us, which leads to our salvation.)
  6. Colossians 3:12-13 - "Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you." (Paul encourages believers to show mercy and forgiveness to one another, just as God has shown mercy and forgiveness to us.)
  7. James 2:13 - "Because judgment without mercy will be shown to anyone who has not been merciful. Mercy triumphs over judgment!" (James writes that mercy is essential for our own salvation, and that God will show mercy to us if we show mercy to others.)
  8. 1 Peter 1:3 - "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead." (Peter writes about God's great mercy, which gives us new life and hope through Jesus Christ.)

These verses remind us of the importance of showing mercy to others, just as God has shown mercy to us. May they inspire us to live out God's mercy and love in our daily lives!