Jesus came not to call the righteous, but sinners, revealing the profound truth that the line between good and evil runs not just through the world but through every human heart. We are reminded that no one is justified by their deeds before God, for His standard is absolute perfection. Yet, in His mercy, God has provided a way of salvation not based on our performance but on Christ's sacrifice, which utterly destroys the scales of justice in our favor. This grace is not just for the initial moment of belief but sustains us throughout our Christian journey. Even as believers, we continue to struggle with sin, yet there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus. The Gospel remains relevant and essential for us, continually calling us to recognize our sinfulness and rely solely on God's mercy. This mercy is vividly illustrated in the life of St. Matthew, a tax collector who left everything to follow Christ, demonstrating that the call to follow Jesus is rooted in the transformative power of His grace and mercy, which are available to all, regardless of past sins.