Staying Focused
Jesus' association with Matthew and His attendance at a party at Matthew's house with his "questionable" friends, leads to a powerful teaching moment about the true nature of the gospel!
Matthew 9:9-13
Hosea 6:4-6
Luke 19:1-10
1 Timothy 1:15-16
Sermon Discussion Questions:
Why did people not like tax collectors?
What "problems" would the call that Matthew had to be a disciple cause in people’s minds?
How did the party at Matthew's place make people even more upset at Jesus?
What is the root of the Pharisee's response to the party?
What important principles about true Biblical religion is Jesus teaching?
What practical applications to our life can we make from this passage?
