Matthew 9:10

Conservative English Version

Later, Jesus and his disciples were having dinner at Matthew's house. Many tax collectors and other sinners were also there.

Cross References

Matthew 9:11

Some Pharisees asked Jesus' disciples, "Why does your teacher eat with tax collectors and other sinners?"

Matthew 9:9

As Jesus was leaving, he saw a tax collector named Matthew sitting at the place for paying taxes. Jesus said to him, "Come with me." Matthew got up and went with him.

John 9:31

We know that God listens only to people who love and obey him. God doesn't listen to sinners.