Lesson 440: Luke 5:32
Lesson 440: Luke 5:32
Luke 5:32
The Blueprint — The Verse
I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.”
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The Context — The History
Jesus called Levi the tax collector and ate with sinners, provoking Pharisees and scribes. Table fellowship in the ancient world signaled acceptance and community.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
After healing a paralyzed man and calling Levi, Jesus ate at Levi's house with tax collectors and others. Religious leaders grumbled that He ate with sinners, prompting Jesus to explain His mission.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Luke 5:31
Jesus answered them, “Those who are healthy have no need for a physician, but those who are sick do.
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Luke 5:33
They said to him, “Why do John’s disciples often fast and pray, likewise also the disciples of the Pharisees, but yours eat and drink?”
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Discussion
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Why did Jesus prioritize sinners over the self-righteous?
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Who might be excluded from your table that Jesus would include?
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How does calling sinners to repentance differ from approving sin?
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