Luke 5:32

“I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.”

"I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance." - Luke 5:32
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What does Luke 5:32 mean?

Luke 5:32 (KJV) says, "I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance." This verse is spoken by Jesus in response to the criticism he received from the scribes and Pharisees for eating with tax collectors and sinners. In this short verse, Jesus makes a powerful…

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The Call to Repentance: Embracing the Savior's Mission

In the Gospel of Luke, chapter 5, verse 32, we find one of the most profound statements made by Jesus regarding His mission on earth: "I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance." This verse encapsulates the essence of Christ's ministry—His deep compassion for…

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A Prayer for the Sinners to Find Repentance

Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I am reminded of Your profound words in the Gospel of Luke, chapter 5, verse 32, where You state, "I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance." What comfort and hope these words bring! They illuminate the loving…

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Luke 17:32 - "Remember Lot's wife."
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Luke 20:32 - "Last of all the woman died also."
Luke 22:31-32 - "Luke 22:31-32: And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren."
Luke 2:32 - "A light to lighten the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel."
Luke 4:32 - "And they were astonished at his doctrine: for his word was with power."
"Remember Lot's wife." - Luke 17:32
"Jesus answered them, "It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance."" - Luke 5:31-32
Luke 23:32 - "And there were also two other, malefactors, led with him to be put to death."
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Luke 18:32 - "For he shall be delivered unto the Gentiles, and shall be mocked, and spitefully entreated, and spitted on:"
Luke 12:32 - "Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom."
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Luke 10:32 - "And likewise a Levite, when he was at the place, came and looked on him, and passed by on the other side."
Luke 19:32 - "And they that were sent went their way, and found even as he had said unto them."
"Last of all the woman died also." - Luke 20:32
Luke 21:32 - "Verily I say unto you, This generation shall not pass away, till all be fulfilled."