Matthew 9:9-13
In this message, Cheryl Brodersen brought us into the home of Matthew the tax collector, and revealed the new identity and community that Jesus gave him as he chose to follow Him. Matthew was rejected by many, especially by the religious leaders, but that didn’t stop Jesus from extending His mercy and love to him. Jesus was truly the friend of sinners. From this lesson, we learned that just as Jesus filled Matthew’s home with mercy and joy, He invites us to make our lives and homes places of mercy and compassion for the lost. As we reflect the character of Jesus, we become walking houses of mercy!