: Jesus calls Matthew to follow Him. This choice shocks the other disciples, especially Simon Peter, who struggles to accept a "traitor" tax collector into their group.
Extending invitations to the "unworthy," including a tax collector and a high-ranking Pharisee. Biblical References : The calling of Matthew at the tax booth. InvitationsThe Chosen : Season 1 Episode 7
: Matthew, the tax collector, is deeply unsettled by the miracles he has witnessed, particularly the healing of the paralytic. He visits his mother and eventually decides to leave his post to follow Jesus. : Jesus calls Matthew to follow Him
You can watch the full episode on the official Chosen website or via the Angel Studios platform. Index of THE CHOSEN In-Depth Summaries & Reviews Biblical References : The calling of Matthew at
: The episode concludes with Jesus and His small group of followers preparing to leave Capernaum for Samaria. Central Characters & Themes Conflict / Action Matthew
Sacrificing his status and theological certainty to understand Jesus' true identity.