The Flawed Followers of Jesus

Luke 5:27-32 – Jesus called Levi in the middle of his sin, not after it. He isn’t waiting for you to fix yourself before you follow Him.

Jesus doesn’t call perfect people; He perfects the people He calls.

Following While Flawed (5:27-28)

• Putting ourselves first while others pay the price is a sin we know all too well.
• Jesus calls us as we are, not as we should be.

Inviting While Imperfect (5:29-30)

• If the gospel is good news, it ought to feel like it.
• If you wait until you know everything, you’ll never say anything.

Sought While Sick (5:31-32)

• You won’t be healed if you can’t admit you’re sick.
• Jesus doesn’t avoid the sinners; He pursues us.

Test Your Testimony

• Does your story center on what Jesus has done for you, or what you’ve done for Him?
• Who have you invited lately to meet the Christ who changed your life?
• Are you pursuing the lost, or protecting your comfort?