As Jesus went on from there, He saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax collector’s booth. “Follow me” He told him, and Matthew got up and followed Him. —Matthew 9:9 NLT
Jesus’ invitation is for
!
Come to Me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you. Let Me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light. —Matthew 11:29-30
What do you need to
out of?
Later Matthew invited Jesus and His disciples to his home as dinner guests, along with many tax collectors and other disreputable sinners. —Matthew 9:10 NLT
’ invitation is for everyone!
When the Pharisees saw this, they asked His disciples, “Why does your teacher eat with such scum? —Matthew 9:11 NLT
Is there anyone you struggle with
to the party?
“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.” —Matthew 9:12-13 NLT
others to the party shows God’s
for them.