E104 Spilling the Tea on Why Jesus Sat with “Those People” (Matthew 9:9–13)

In this episode of Bible StudTea, we’re spilling the tea on one of the most uncomfortable—and revealing—moments in Jesus’ ministry: why He intentionally sat with “those people.”Jesus calls Matthew straight from the tax booth, then chooses to sit at a table surrounded by sinners, outsiders, and people society had already written off. While religious leaders clutched their pearls, Jesus revealed the heart of God—mercy over image, relationship over reputation, and calling before cleanliness.This episode challenges us to examine our own hearts:Who do we avoid?Who do we judge silently?And would we have sat at that table—or criticized it?If you’ve ever felt unworthy, overlooked, or disqualified—or if you’ve ever struggled with extending grace—this conversation will stretch, convict, and realign you with the true mission of Christ.