Sit with the sinners

Being a Christian doesn't make you perfect, it makes you a sinner. As I read Matthew this week, I am constantly reminded that God sent His son to save the sinner. And in fact, we are all sitting at the table with Jesus and the tax collectors. The Scripture poignantly reminds us that the Physician is not sent for the well but for the sick. What is more striking to me is where the Scripture says I desire mercy not sacrifice. Are we willing and able to show mercy? As we continue to grow in the body of Christ may we all remember we are each charged with the mission of Jesus...to serve the sick and sit with the sinners.