A Christian cannot be closed in on himself, without any concern for what is happening around him. Jesus shows us how to relate to other peoples.

After he had responded to Our Lord's call, Levi gave a banquet at which Jesus, His disciples and some other people were present. Among the latter there were many tax collectors and sinners who were all friends of Levi. The Pharisees were surprised to see Jesus sit at table with these kinds of persons so they said to his disciples: why does He eat with tax collectors and sinners?

Jesus enjoys being with these people who are so different. He feels at ease with everyone, because He has come to be and save everyone. As all of us are sinners we can all feel we are at the very least unwell. Jesus does not separate Himself from us. Praise be to them! But how about us?

In this scene we can also contemplate how Jesus never avoids social relationships; rather He does look out for them. Jesus gets on with people of all types and characters. Everyone, because He cares and is concerned to save and help everyone, regardless of status or walk of life. What a wonderful way to be truly Christian! Are we like this?

A Christian, if he or she really does follow Christ, cannot be shut in on himself or herself without any concern for what is going on around him or her.