What Jesus Wants
Matthew 9:1-8, Matthew 9:9-13, Matthew 9:18-26
Illustration
by John R. Brokhoff

Years ago there was a man in the west who was caught stealing sheep. They branded him on the forehead with the letters ST, "sheep thief." Later his life changed and he became a model for all. People forgot that ST stood for "sheep thief" and thought it symbolized "saint." This is what Jesus wants to happen in every person's life, including yours and mine. He associated with sinners, had dinner with them, and once explained to his enemies that he came to call sinners that they might become saints of God.

CSS Publishing Company, Jesus ... Who?, by John R. Brokhoff