Luk 5:27 | MHM | STEP | The Call of Matthew; Watchfulness Inculcated This passage is not about a miracle of nature, but about the wonders of Jesus’ grace. It shows how Jesus calls unlikely people to follow him, how he patiently teaches his disciples, and how he answers criticism with wisdom and kindness. Jesus’ actions and words here teach us about God’s mercy, patience, and the way he trains his followers. v. 27 : Jesus saw a tax collector named Levi (also called Matthew) sitting at his work. Tax collectors were disliked and seen as sinners. Yet Jesus called Levi to follow him, showing that God’s grace can reach anyone, no matter their past or reputation (Luke 5:27 ).

‏ Luke 5:27

The Call of Matthew; Watchfulness Inculcated

This passage is not about a miracle of nature, but about the wonders of Jesus’ grace. It shows how Jesus calls unlikely people to follow him, how he patiently teaches his disciples, and how he answers criticism with wisdom and kindness. Jesus’ actions and words here teach us about God’s mercy, patience, and the way he trains his followers.

v. 27: Jesus saw a tax collector named Levi (also called Matthew) sitting at his work. Tax collectors were disliked and seen as sinners. Yet Jesus called Levi to follow him, showing that God’s grace can reach anyone, no matter their past or reputation (Luke 5:27 ^a).