Mark 2:14 And as he passed by, he saw Levi the son of Alphaeus sitting at the receipt of custom, and said unto him, Follow me. And he arose and followed him.
Levi was among the most despised people in Israel, viewed as a traitor to his people and his nation. As a tax collector, He wasn’t allowed to go to the temple or the synagogues. Then Jesus passed by and said, “Follow Me,” and he followed. Why would Jesus have use for a man like that? Grace! Amazing Grace!
Jesus loved Levi in spite of his past. He delivered him from the bondage of his sins and gave him a new life. That’s what He did for me and others who are saved. Jesus found me just as I was, without one plea but that His blood was shed for me. I'm glad. So glad.
