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Why did Jesus associate with sinners?

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Jesus associated with sinners to fulfill His mission of calling the lost to repentance and demonstrating God's grace.

Jesus’ association with sinners illustrates the heart of the Gospel, highlighting His mission to save the lost. The sermon references Jesus' words in Mark 2:17: "I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance." This underscores that Christ seeks out those who acknowledge their need for healing. In doing so, He fulfills prophecies and demonstrates God's mercy. By being in the company of sinners, Jesus exemplifies His role as a physician for the spiritually sick, showing that His grace is available to all. The warm invitation to follow Him reveals the compassionate nature of Christ toward sinful humanity, who are in desperate need of redemption.
Scripture References: Mark 2:17, Luke 5:32, Mark 2:15-17

Sermons (3)

A Gracious Calling
Darvin Pruitt · Jul 21, 2019
"The call of a publican"
Don Bell · Jun 25, 2023
This Church Is For Sinners (1 Timothy 1:15)
Daniel Parks · Dec 3, 2023
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