For Wednesday, March 1, 2023:
Matthew 9:12 NLT: Jesus speaking: “Healthy people don’t need a doctor—sick people do.”
Matthew, now having joined up with the apostles, invited Jesus and his disciples to dinner at his home. Since tax collectors were known for skimming tax dollars, Matthew must have been able to afford a lavish home and a bountiful dinner. They were joined by many other sinners and tax collectors for the feast.
The Pharisees, observing this, asked, “Why does your teacher eat with such scum, the sinners and tax collectors?”
Jesus explained, “Healthy people don’t need a doctor—sick people do.” Then he added, “Now go and learn the meaning of this Scripture: ‘I want you to show mercy, not offer sacrifices.’ For I have come to call not those who think they are righteous, but those who know they are sinners.”
In a few short words, Jesus summed up his earthly mission. Those who think they have it all together are on their own. But repentant sinners have been sent a Savior, a Redeemer. Jesus freely offers forgiveness and eternal life to those who call him Lord!
Pastor Norton Lawellin
Jesus in the City Fellowship
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