In this sermon on Luke 5:27–32, Stephen Davey explains that no one is beyond the reach of God’s grace, as seen in Jesus calling Matthew—a despised and corrupt tax collector—to follow Him. Matthew’s immediate response of leaving everything behind and then inviting his sinful friends to meet Jesus demonstrates both genuine repentance and a passion for evangelism. While religious leaders criticize Jesus for associating with sinners, He clarifies that He came not for the self-righteous but for those who recognize their need for spiritual healing. Davey emphasizes that salvation transforms lives and compels believers to reach others, reminding us that the gospel is for the broken and that every redeemed life becomes a testimony of God’s grace.
The Trouble with Matthew
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