Jesus hung out with sinners. He ate in their homes and welcomed them as followers.

Now this confounded the religious leaders.

They couldn't figure out why he spent time with the dregs of society.

But they didn't understand his mission.

As Paul learned and later wrote, Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners.

Now that's what you and I were, and that's why Jesus found his way into our lives.

He came to save us from our sins and to give us a brand new identity in Jesus Christ.

Yes, you were a sinner saved by grace.

But now you are a child of the King.

Picture this the day Jesus saved you, He looked at His father and said, "Mission accomplished".

Now that's good news.