Introduction In Luke 5:27-32 Luke is communicating that God cares for and seeks out sinners, however His grace can only be received when the malefactor admits that they are sick. Through the historical context, literary structure, and theology of this passage it notable that Luke is redefining what it means to be righteous. The righteous does not exist, it is the righteous savior Jesus Christ that makes Christians worthy of God’s grace. This passage takes place in Galilee, most likely at a port where a Jewish tax collector named Levi is going to be called by Jesus to be a disciple. Luke changes gears when writing this passage, and begins to speak of the Jesus seeks out and cares for sinners. This shows that Jesus really is the sacrificial lamb, and he has authority to heal any problem.
History
When exegeting the Calling of Levi it is so important to read the verses in light of the overall purpose of the Gospel of Luke (Luke 1:1-4). Luke is writing his Gospel in order to give an orderly, and careful that Jesus is the promised savior. When viewing Luke 27-32 comfort can be found in the certainty of this story. This account of Jesus’ call to Levi, and offer to all sinners is real, and authoritative. Understanding that …show more content…
All three depict the two events of Levi being called, followed by a banquet where Jesus eats with sinners. Mark has the most detailed remark. Another similar passage is Luke 18:9-14. This is a parable about a Pharisee and a tax collector, which again emphasizes the need for humility, and God’s grace. It again warns about the idea of being self-righteous and how that doesn’t exist. Luke is calling for people to open their hearts to the gospel. This willingness to rest in God and have him enter one’s life is the essence of repentance. In both of these passages the tax collector notices there need for Jesus, and Jesus responds with healing. This shows the truly “righteous”
History
When exegeting the Calling of Levi it is so important to read the verses in light of the overall purpose of the Gospel of Luke (Luke 1:1-4). Luke is writing his Gospel in order to give an orderly, and careful that Jesus is the promised savior. When viewing Luke 27-32 comfort can be found in the certainty of this story. This account of Jesus’ call to Levi, and offer to all sinners is real, and authoritative. Understanding that …show more content…
All three depict the two events of Levi being called, followed by a banquet where Jesus eats with sinners. Mark has the most detailed remark. Another similar passage is Luke 18:9-14. This is a parable about a Pharisee and a tax collector, which again emphasizes the need for humility, and God’s grace. It again warns about the idea of being self-righteous and how that doesn’t exist. Luke is calling for people to open their hearts to the gospel. This willingness to rest in God and have him enter one’s life is the essence of repentance. In both of these passages the tax collector notices there need for Jesus, and Jesus responds with healing. This shows the truly “righteous”