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Following Jesus' Example
In this passage, we again see Jesus calling Matthew and dining with tax collectors and sinners. When questioned, Jesus responds, "I desire mercy, not sacrifice." This aligns with the sermon's call to follow Jesus' example in reaching out to the spiritually sick. Today, consider who the "tax collectors and sinners" might be in your life or community. Who are the people you tend to avoid or judge? How can you show them Christ's love and mercy? Pray for opportunities to engage with those who might be considered outcasts, remembering that Jesus came for the sick, not the healthy.
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About this Plan
This plan explores Jesus' ministry to those considered spiritually sick and sinful by society. It emphasizes that all people are spiritually ill and in need of Christ's healing. We highlight Jesus' willingness to associate with tax collectors and sinners, contrasting this with the attitudes of the religious leaders. The plan encourages readers to recognize their own spiritual sickness, accept Jesus as the great physician, and follow His example in reaching out to others in need of spiritual healing.
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