When Levi, whose other name is Matthew, was called by Jesus to be an apostle, he left everything including his wealth to follow Jesus. When the Pharisees objected to Jesus' association with men like Levi, an undesirable in their eyes, and others who did not keep the Law according to their interpretation, Jesus answered that He had come to call sinners. Yes, Jesus had come to call everyone, since all of us in one way or another are sinners. Jesus is concerned to bring health to such people and He will not condemn or ostracise them but rather reach out to them in love.

Jesus is our Spiritual Physician. He has the power to cure us of sin if we only follow His advice and His directions. We must be humble and honest to admit that we are sinners and we need His help. Therefore, at every Eucharistic celebration let us humbly say, "Lord I'm not worthy to receive you but only say the word and I shall be healed". For this humble admission is the first step to a full recovery from the sickness of sin.