This is from notes I took when listening to a sermon being preached. This sermon was preached by unknown preacher I forgot to write the name down. The notes may reflect thoughts I had but also contain phrases and points that are used in this sermon.
From a tax collector to an apostle.
1. Matthew rejected by his nation.
Failed to live up to being a Hebrew, we are told that He was from the tribe of Levi. He most likely would have become a priest. But something happened along the way in his life and ultimately he was cast down in society and became a Tax collector. Tax collectors are listed among sinners and Prostitutes.
2. Matthew come follow me
Under the master and slave agreement slaves had no rights. But this was the master and disciple relationship. Once Matthew left to follow Jesus there was no going back to his old job, his old way of life.
3. Matthew the disciple
He gained his whole life by giving up his whole world.
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