Sermons on Luke 5:29-30:

When Jesus Interrupts The Outcast Series

Contributed by Brian Credille on Mar 9, 2001

Jesus was not afraid to reach out to the "outcasts" of His society. When He did, important truths were revealed that we need to know.

"When Jesus Interrupts the Outcast" Luke 5:27-32 INTRODUCTION Have you ever felt like an outcast? Some people are rejected by people because of their race, color, or background. Some are rejected for their beliefs. Some rejected because of behavior. You can be poor or rich, powerless or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Heard His Call?

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 20, 2001

An exploration of possible reasons why Jesus’ disciples must leave everything and follow Him – eliminating all but the fact that His call makes sense when we realize that He gave up everything for us.

Text: Luke 5:1-11, 27-31 Title: Have you heard his call? Topic: Christian Living Theme: Committed Christian Living Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to commit everything to Jesus as they follow him. Response: Individuals will receive Communion and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, Luke 5:27-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Calling Of A Tax Collector

Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 9, 2001

This is a Bible study on the calling of Levi

The Calling of a Tax Collector Luke 5.27-32 Midweek Bible Study August 27, 1997 Basic Background This takes place during the first year of Jesus’ ministry, early in the Galilean campaign, and shortly after the calling of Peter, James and John. This is all that we can say with assurance. No ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Church Of God

When Two Worlds Collide

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 29, 2001

When Matthew decided to follow Jesus, his old world was going to collide with his new one

INTRODUCTION  2 Corinthians 5:17 says, Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.  Jesus said in Matthew 16:24, "If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross and follow ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Calling Sinners Home Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 26, 2002

The church can become just another club – an elite society that has all the right externals but has forgotten what its true purpose is. Principles taken from the call of Levi (Matt).

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 10 “CALLING SINNERS HOME!” Luke 5:27-39 “It was a beautiful Sunday morning. People were filling the church to its fullest capacity. As they entered, each were given a bulletin filled with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-39

Denomination: Baptist

Be A Matthew

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 25, 2008

Unlike the Pharisees, Jesus saw Matthew’s need, his worth and his potential. Matthew understood his own need, was willing to follow Christ and shared the Good News.

We are going to look at a man called Levi (also called Matthew in Matt 9:9-12). I will use the more familiar name Matthew here. It is surprising that Jesus would even call a tax-collector to follow Him. • Jesus was preparing a group of disciples who would eventually bring the good news about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Walking Across The Street Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 30, 2009

Matthew wouldn’t be on the short list of people some congregations would invite to join them, but there are things we can learn about him that can help us bring people to Jesus.

OPEN: Leonardo da Vinci was once at work for a long period of time on a great masterpiece. He had labored long to create this work of art and it was near completion. Standing near him was a young student who spent much of his time with his mouth open, amazed at the master with the brush. Just ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ilife, Part 5

Contributed by Dino Rizzo on May 5, 2009

This is the fifth message of a five-part series on implementing God’s purpose in the life of a believer. This sermon focuses on our divine purpose to reach people for Christ in love and urgency.

f you have your Bible, I’d like you to turn to the Book of Luke...Matthew, Mark, Luke...Dr. Luke. Luke chapter 5. We’ve been in a series called iLife and we’ve been looking at the simple, deeper questions of life. I think there comes a time in our life when we need to ask bigger questions: What ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Just As They Are

Contributed by Roger Wilson on Jan 27, 2006

A call to all Christians to exercise the privilege of winning souls for Christ.

Luke 5:27 - 32 27 And after these things he went forth, and saw a publican, named Levi, sitting at the receipt of custom: and he said unto him, Follow me. 28 And he left all, rose up, and followed him. 29 And Levi made him a great feast in his own house: and there was a great company of publicans ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Pimp My Ride

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jun 5, 2006

Three desires Jesus has for your life.

Luke 5:27-32 Pimp My Ride Woodlawn Baptist Church May 28, 2006 Introduction Read Luke 5:27-32. I don’t know how many of you take time to watch MTV, but if you watch TV at all you’ve likely heard of the show that got its launch there in 2004 called Pimp My Ride. The concept for the show was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

Fighting Temptation Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 13, 2006

The Devil does not appear to us in a red suite with a pitchfork. In fact, Satans temptations are often attractive and fill legitimate needs - or seem to. Learn how Jesus fought these temptations and how we can as well.

Temptation An attorney was sitting in his office late one night, when the Devil appeared before him. The Devil told the lawyer, /’I have a proposition for you. You can win every case you try, for the rest of your life. Your clients will adore you, your colleagues will stand in awe of you, and you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-39

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

When Jesus Becomes Real Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 18, 2006

Jesus Christ invades the normal world and brings about healing, foregiveness and acceptance to the outcasts of society. When does He become real to you?

Do you ever have those moments when the Bible just comes alive to you? I had such a moment standing on the shores of the Sea of Galilee (also known as Sea of Gennesaret). It’s been many years now, but I remember being there near Kibbutz Ginossar, standing on the small pebbles that made up the shore ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-39

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Character Series

Contributed by Ronito Nartea on Sep 8, 2005

The calll of God bring changes upon the life of th called out ones

Calling Changes Character Text: Luke 5:27 Introduction Let us all read the passage in Luke 5:27-31 Levi as a Tax collector what kind of man is he? What is his character as a man? What is his relationship towards others? Lets us summarize his status as a man of position and prestige 1. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Do Doctors Become Doctors Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Sep 23, 2004

Most doctors become doctors to save lives. in the context of BAC the hospital, that should be our focus too, to save lives

BAC the Hospital Why Do Doctors Become Doctors? Introduction A. If you were not here last week, you missed some very powerful statements that were led from God B. We introduced the vision that God gave me for Bakerstown Alliance Church C. That being BAC the Hospital D. If you were not here last ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

An Upside Down Life Series

Contributed by Jyoti Banerjee on Aug 19, 2006

Meet Matthew who gives an in-person account of his life-transforming meeting with Jesus, aiming at a young adult audience in contemporary London.

An upside-down life Transforming friendships: Matthew Luke 5 vv 27-32 Good morning, Twickenham. Thank you for inviting me. My name is Matthew, though some call me Levi as I am from that tribe. I am here to tell you my story. One morning my life changed. It started like any other day. I woke up ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Anglican