For those who call themselves “Followers of Christ,” it’s easy to forget that in the time of Jesus, people would physically follow Christ. We now refer to these people as disciples. In Luke chapter 5, Jesus first calls Simon, then later in the chapter, He calls Levi to be a follower of Christ. But an interesting thing happens: Levi invites Jesus to a meal with tax collectors and sinners. What Jesus does in that moment is both controversial and beautiful. The example that Jesus leaves for us in this small section of scripture is a powerful reminder that Jesus is a friend of sinners and calls us to be in search of those who are needing repentance. Join us as together we explore what it means to be both a follower of Jesus and a friend of sinners.