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Mark 2:14 · KJV

"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."

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Passage Context

12And immediately he arose, took up the bed, and went forth before them all; insomuch that they were all amazed, and glorified God, saying, We never saw it on this fashion.
13And he went forth again by the sea side; and all the multitude resorted unto him, and he taught them.
14And 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.
15And it came to pass, that, as Jesus sat at meat in his house, many publicans and sinners sat also together with Jesus and his disciples: for there were many, and they followed him.
16And when the scribes and Pharisees saw him eat with publicans and sinners, they said unto his disciples, How is it that he eateth and drinketh with publicans and sinners?

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Reflection Questions

1

What does Jesus' call to Levi mean for you?

2

How do you respond to Jesus' call in your own life?

3

When have you felt called to step out of your comfort zone?

Life Application

discipleship

Consider how you can respond to Jesus' call in your daily life.

service

Look for opportunities to serve others, reflecting Jesus' inclusive love.

People in This Verse

Levi (Matthew)NT

A tax collector turned disciple, who became one of the twelve apostles and authored the Gospel of Matthew, emphasizing Jesus' teachings.

First appearance: Matthew 9:9

Places in This Verse

Capernaum(Tell Hum today)

A fishing village on the Sea of Galilee, known as a center of Jesus' ministry and miracles.

Connection to Jesus

direct teaching

In this verse, Jesus calls Levi to follow him, illustrating the transformative power of his invitation and the nature of discipleship.

See also: Luke 5:27-28

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