by Adam Johnson
And when Jesus heard it, he said to them, "Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous, but sinners." Mark 2:17
This verse relates perfectly to the parable on the prodigal son. The fact is, Jesus' mission was to show the light to those who know they are in darkness not the ones who bask in the "light" of their own self-righteousness. Jesus gave a perfect illustration in talking about someone who is sick needing a doctor - if someone thinks they are well they do not seek a doctor's care.
Jesus' point is the same to us today. If we think we are fine with our lives, and have no pressing need of Him then one thinks that Jesus' life is a nice story. Light always shines brightest where the darkness is greatest. Moral people are generally the hardest to reach with the Gospel. However, the Gospel does not end at salvation - it should and will affect every aspect of the Christian's life. When we lose our urgency at seeking after Christ in our lives then we have believed erroneously we have arrived. Jesus' ministry continually is to those who know they need Him. Our goal as believers is to be like Him.
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